Detroit Lions associate coach history

Pete Cawthon

Cawthon was the associate coach for the Detroit Lions in the 1945-1947 seasons, a total of three years. Cawthon's record as the team's associate coach was 11-22-0, making him the most successful associate coach in Detroit Lions history.


Detroit Lions associate coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Pete Cawthon 1945-1947 11-22-0 33.3% 0-0

Detroit Lions associate coach facts

  • Pete Cawthon was the first associate coach in Lions history in 1945.
  • Pete Cawthon coached the most seasons as the Lions's associate coach at three seasons.
  • Pete Cawthon was the last coach to hold the position of associate coach, leaving the role after the 1947 season.