Washington Commanders assistant head coach-defense history
Gregg Williams
Williams was the assistant head coach-defense for the Washington Redskins in the 2004-2007 seasons, a total of four years. Williams' record as the team's assistant head coach-defense was 30-34-0, making him the second-most successful assistant head coach-defense in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2005, 2007) and had a 1-2 record under Coach Williams in playoff games.
Richie Petitbon
Petitbon was the assistant head coach-defense for the Washington Redskins in the 1983-1992 seasons, a total of ten years. Petitbon's record as the team's assistant head coach-defense was 108-51-0, making him the most successful assistant head coach-defense in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs seven times (1983-1984, 1986-1987, 1990-1992) and had a 12-5 record under Coach Petitbon in playoff games. 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 assistant head coach-defense record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gregg Williams | 2004-2007 | 30-34-0 | 46.9% | 1-2 |
| Richie Petitbon | 1983-1992 | 108-51-0 | 67.9% | 12-5 |
Washington Commanders assistant head coach-defense facts
- Richie Petitbon was the first assistant head coach-defense in Commanders history in 1983.
- Richie Petitbon coached the most seasons as the Commanders's assistant head coach-defense at ten seasons.
- Gregg Williams was the last coach to hold the position of assistant head coach-defense, leaving the role after the 2007 season.