Washington Commanders defensive coordinator history
Joe Whitt Jr.
Whitt Jr. is the defensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders since the 2024 season. Whitt Jr.'s record as the team's defensive coordinator was 6-2-0, making him the most successful defensive coordinator in Washington Commanders history.
Jack Del Rio
Del Rio was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders and Washington Football Team in the 2020-2023 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2020) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Del Rio in playoff games.
Greg Manusky
Manusky was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 2017-2019 seasons, a total of three years.
Joe Barry
Barry was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 2015-2016 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2015) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Barry in playoff games.
Jim Haslett
Haslett was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 2010-2014 seasons, a total of five years. Haslett's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 28-52-0, making him the third-least successful defensive coordinator in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2012) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Haslett in playoff games.
Greg Blache
Blache was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 2008-2009 seasons, a total of two years.
George Edwards
Edwards was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 2003 season. Edwards' record as the team's defensive coordinator was 5-11-0, making him the second-least successful defensive coordinator in Washington Commanders history.
Marvin Lewis
Lewis was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 2002 season.
Kurt Schottenheimer
Schottenheimer was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 2001 season.
Ray Rhodes
Rhodes was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 2000 season.
Mike Nolan
Nolan was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 1997-1999 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1999) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Nolan in playoff games.
Emmitt Thomas
Thomas was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 1993-1994 seasons, a total of two years. Thomas' record as the team's defensive coordinator was 7-25-0, making him the least successful defensive coordinator in Washington Commanders history.
Larry Peccatiello
Peccatiello was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 1983-1992 seasons, a total of ten years. Peccatiello's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 108-51-0, making him the third-most successful defensive coordinator 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 Peccatiello 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.
Richie Petitbon
Petitbon was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 1981-1982 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1982) and had a 4-0 record under Coach Petitbon 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.
Richard "Doc" Urich
Urich was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 1978-1980 seasons, a total of three years.
Torgy Torgeson
Torgeson was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 1971-1977 seasons, a total of seven years. Torgeson's record as the team's defensive coordinator was 67-30-1, making him the second-most successful defensive coordinator in Washington Commanders history. The team made it to the playoffs five times (1971-1974, 1976) and had a 2-5 record under Coach Torgeson in playoff games. In 1972, the Washington Redskins faced off against the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl VII and the Redskins, under the direction of head coach George Allen, lost 7-14.
Harland Svare
Svare was the defensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins in the 1969-1970 seasons, a total of two years.
Washington Commanders defensive coordinator record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Whitt Jr. | 2024 | 6-2-0 | 75.0% | 0-0 |
| Jack Del Rio | 2020-2023 | 26-35-1 | 42.7% | 0-1 |
| Greg Manusky | 2017-2019 | 17-31-0 | 35.4% | 0-0 |
| Joe Barry | 2015-2016 | 17-14-1 | 54.7% | 0-1 |
| Jim Haslett | 2010-2014 | 28-52-0 | 35.0% | 0-1 |
| Greg Blache | 2008-2009 | 12-20-0 | 37.5% | 0-0 |
| George Edwards | 2003 | 5-11-0 | 31.3% | 0-0 |
| Marvin Lewis | 2002 | 7-9-0 | 43.8% | 0-0 |
| Kurt Schottenheimer | 2001 | 8-8-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Ray Rhodes | 2000 | 8-8-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Mike Nolan | 1997-1999 | 24-23-1 | 51.0% | 1-1 |
| Emmitt Thomas | 1993-1994 | 7-25-0 | 21.9% | 0-0 |
| Larry Peccatiello | 1983-1992 | 108-51-0 | 67.9% | 12-5 |
| Richie Petitbon | 1981-1982 | 16-9-0 | 64.0% | 4-0 |
| Richard "Doc" Urich | 1978-1980 | 24-24-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Torgy Torgeson | 1971-1977 | 67-30-1 | 68.9% | 2-5 |
| Harland Svare | 1969-1970 | 13-13-2 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
Washington Commanders defensive coordinator facts
- Harland Svare was the first defensive coordinator in Commanders history in 1969.
- Larry Peccatiello coached the most seasons as the Commanders's defensive coordinator at ten seasons.
- Joe Whitt Jr. is the current defensive coordinator, starting ahead of the 2024 season.