Washington Commanders strength coach history
Dan Riley
Riley was the strength coach for the Washington Redskins in the 1982-2000 seasons, a total of nineteen years. Riley's record as the team's strength coach was 170-125-1, making him the most successful strength coach in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs nine times (1982-1984, 1986-1987, 1990-1992, 1999) and had a 17-6 record under Coach Riley in playoff games. In 1982, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl XVII and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, won 27-17. In 1983, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Los Angeles Raiders in Super Bowl XVIII and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, lost 9-38. In 1987, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXII and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, won 42-10. In 1991, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Buffalo Bills in Super Bowl XXVI and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach Joe Gibbs, won 37-24.
Washington Commanders strength coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dan Riley | 1982-2000 | 170-125-1 | 57.6% | 17-6 |
Washington Commanders strength coach facts
- Dan Riley was the first strength coach in Commanders history in 1982.
- Dan Riley coached the most seasons as the Commanders's strength coach at nineteen seasons.
- Dan Riley was the last coach to hold the position of strength coach, leaving the role after the 2000 season.