New England Patriots defensive backs coach history
Josh Boyer
Boyer was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 2009-2011 seasons, a total of three years. Boyer's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 37-11-0, making him the second-most successful defensive backs coach in New England Patriots history. The team made it to the playoffs three times (2009-2011) and had a 2-3 record under Coach Boyer in playoff games. In 2011, the New England Patriots faced off against the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLVI and the Patriots, under the direction of head coach Bill Belichick, lost 17-21.
Corwin Brown
Brown was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 2010 season. Brown's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 14-2-0, making him the most successful defensive backs coach in New England Patriots history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2010) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Brown in playoff games.
Eric Mangini
Mangini was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 2000-2004 seasons, a total of five years. The team made it to the playoffs three times (2001, 2003-2004) and had a 9-0 record under Coach Mangini in playoff games. In 2001, the New England Patriots faced off against the St. Louis Rams in Super Bowl XXXVI and the Patriots, under the direction of head coach Bill Belichick, won 20-17. In 2003, the New England Patriots faced off against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl XXXVIII and the Patriots, under the direction of head coach Bill Belichick, won 32-29. In 2004, the New England Patriots faced off against the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl XXXIX and the Patriots, under the direction of head coach Bill Belichick, won 24-21.
DeWayne Walker
Walker was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 1998-2000 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1998) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Walker in playoff games.
Ron Lynn
Lynn was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 1997-1999 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1997-1998) and had a 1-2 record under Coach Lynn in playoff games.
Bill Belichick
Belichick was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 1996 season. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1996) and had a 2-1 record under Coach Belichick in playoff games. In 1996, the New England Patriots faced off against the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XXXI and the Patriots, under the direction of head coach Bill Parcells, lost 21-35.
Bob Trott
Trott was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 1993-1995 seasons, a total of three years. Trott's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 21-27-0, making him the third-least successful defensive backs coach in New England Patriots history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1994) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Trott in playoff games.
Charlie West
West was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 1991-1992 seasons, a total of two years. West's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 8-24-0, making him the second-least successful defensive backs coach in New England Patriots history.
Steve Walters
Walters was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 1982-1984 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1982) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Walters in playoff games.
Dick Roach
Roach was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 1981 season. Roach's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 2-14-0, making him the least successful defensive backs coach in New England Patriots history.
Dick Walker
Walker was the defensive backs coach for the New England Patriots in the 1977 season.
Carl Taseff
Taseff was the defensive backs coach for the Boston Patriots in the 1964 season. Taseff's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 10-3-1, making him the third-most successful defensive backs coach in New England Patriots history.
New England Patriots defensive backs coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Boyer | 2009-2011 | 37-11-0 | 77.1% | 2-3 |
| Corwin Brown | 2010 | 14-2-0 | 87.5% | 0-1 |
| Eric Mangini | 2000-2004 | 53-27-0 | 66.3% | 9-0 |
| DeWayne Walker | 1998-2000 | 22-26-0 | 45.8% | 0-1 |
| Ron Lynn | 1997-1999 | 27-21-0 | 56.3% | 1-2 |
| Bill Belichick | 1996 | 11-5-0 | 68.8% | 2-1 |
| Bob Trott | 1993-1995 | 21-27-0 | 43.8% | 0-1 |
| Charlie West | 1991-1992 | 8-24-0 | 25.0% | 0-0 |
| Steve Walters | 1982-1984 | 22-19-0 | 53.7% | 0-1 |
| Dick Roach | 1981 | 2-14-0 | 12.5% | 0-0 |
| Dick Walker | 1977 | 9-5-0 | 64.3% | 0-0 |
| Carl Taseff | 1964 | 10-3-1 | 75.0% | 0-0 |
New England Patriots defensive backs coach facts
- Carl Taseff was the first defensive backs coach in Patriots history in 1964.
- Eric Mangini coached the most seasons as the Patriots's defensive backs coach at five seasons.
- Josh Boyer was the last coach to hold the position of defensive backs coach, leaving the role after the 2011 season.