Chicago Bears defensive line coach history
Travis Smith
Smith is the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears since the 2022 season, a total of three years. Smith's record as the team's defensive line coach was 14-35-0, making him the second-least successful defensive line coach in Chicago Bears history.
Chris Rumph
Rumph was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2021 season.
Jay Rodgers
Rodgers was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2015-2020 seasons, a total of six years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2018, 2020) and had a 0-2 record under Coach Rodgers in playoff games.
Paul Pasqualoni
Pasqualoni was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2014 season.
Mike Phair
Phair was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2011-2013 seasons, a total of three years.
Eric Washington
Washington was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2010 season. Washington's record as the team's defensive line coach was 11-5-0, making him the second-most successful defensive line coach in Chicago Bears history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2010) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Washington in playoff games.
Rod Marinelli
Marinelli was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2009 season.
Brick Haley
Haley was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2007-2008 seasons, a total of two years.
Don Johnson
Johnson was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2005-2006 seasons, a total of two years. Johnson's record as the team's defensive line coach was 24-8-0, making him the most successful defensive line coach in Chicago Bears history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (2005-2006) and had a 2-2 record under Coach Johnson in playoff games. In 2006, the Chicago Bears faced off against the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLI and the Bears, under the direction of head coach Lovie Smith, lost 17-29.
Karl Dunbar
Dunbar was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2004 season.
Larry Brooks
Brooks was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2003 season.
Rex Norris
Norris was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1999-2002 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2001) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Norris in playoff games.
Chuck Bullough
Bullough was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 2002 season. Bullough's record as the team's defensive line coach was 4-12-0, making him the least successful defensive line coach in Chicago Bears history.
Clarence Brooks
Brooks was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1993-1998 seasons, a total of six years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1994) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Brooks in playoff games.
Dale Haupt
Haupt was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1978-1985 seasons, a total of eight years. The team made it to the playoffs three times (1979, 1984-1985) and had a 4-2 record under Coach Haupt in playoff games. In 1985, the Chicago Bears faced off against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XX and the Bears, under the direction of head coach Mike Ditka, won 46-10.
Brad Ecklund
Ecklund was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1975 season. Ecklund's record as the team's defensive line coach was 4-10-0, making him the second-least successful defensive line coach in Chicago Bears history.
Ross Fichtner
Fichtner was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1975 season. Fichtner's record as the team's defensive line coach was 4-10-0, making him the second-least successful defensive line coach in Chicago Bears history.
Abe Gibron
Gibron was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1965-1971 seasons, a total of seven years.
Joe Stydahar
Stydahar was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1963-1964 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1963) and had a 1-0 record under Coach Stydahar in playoff games.
Phil Handler
Handler was the defensive line coach for the Chicago Bears in the 1958 season. Handler's record as the team's defensive line coach was 8-4-0, making him the third-most successful defensive line coach in Chicago Bears history.
Chicago Bears defensive line coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Smith | 2022-2024 | 14-35-0 | 28.6% | 0-0 |
| Chris Rumph | 2021 | 6-11-0 | 35.3% | 0-0 |
| Jay Rodgers | 2015-2020 | 42-54-0 | 43.8% | 0-2 |
| Paul Pasqualoni | 2014 | 5-11-0 | 31.3% | 0-0 |
| Mike Phair | 2011-2013 | 26-22-0 | 54.2% | 0-0 |
| Eric Washington | 2010 | 11-5-0 | 68.8% | 1-1 |
| Rod Marinelli | 2009 | 7-9-0 | 43.8% | 0-0 |
| Brick Haley | 2007-2008 | 16-16-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Don Johnson | 2005-2006 | 24-8-0 | 75.0% | 2-2 |
| Karl Dunbar | 2004 | 5-11-0 | 31.3% | 0-0 |
| Larry Brooks | 2003 | 7-9-0 | 43.8% | 0-0 |
| Chuck Bullough | 2002 | 4-12-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
| Rex Norris | 1999-2002 | 28-36-0 | 43.8% | 0-1 |
| Clarence Brooks | 1993-1998 | 40-56-0 | 41.7% | 1-1 |
| Dale Haupt | 1978-1985 | 66-55-0 | 54.5% | 4-2 |
| Ross Fichtner | 1975 | 4-10-0 | 28.6% | 0-0 |
| Brad Ecklund | 1975 | 4-10-0 | 28.6% | 0-0 |
| Abe Gibron | 1965-1971 | 41-54-3 | 43.4% | 0-0 |
| Joe Stydahar | 1963-1964 | 16-10-2 | 60.7% | 1-0 |
| Phil Handler | 1958 | 8-4-0 | 66.7% | 0-0 |
Chicago Bears defensive line coach facts
- Phil Handler was the first defensive line coach in Bears history in 1958.
- Dale Haupt coached the most seasons as the Bears's defensive line coach at eight seasons.
- Travis Smith is the current defensive line coach, starting ahead of the 2022 season.