New England Patriots staff assistant history

Steve Belichick

Belichick was the staff assistant for the New England Patriots in the 2012 season. Belichick's record as the team's staff assistant was 12-4-0, making him the most successful staff assistant in New England Patriots history. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2012) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Belichick in playoff games.

Don Blackmon

Blackmon was the staff assistant for the New England Patriots in the 1988 season. Blackmon's record as the team's staff assistant was 9-7-0, making him the second-most successful staff assistant in New England Patriots history.


New England Patriots staff assistant record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Steve Belichick 2012 12-4-0 75.0% 1-1
Don Blackmon 1988 9-7-0 56.3% 0-0

New England Patriots staff assistant facts

  • Don Blackmon was the first staff assistant in Patriots history in 1988.
  • Don Blackmon and Steve Belichick coached the most seasons as the Patriots's staff assistant at one season.
  • Steve Belichick was the last coach to hold the position of staff assistant, leaving the role after the 2012 season.