Buffalo Bills defensive backs coach history
John Butler
Butler was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 2020-2023 seasons, a total of four years. Butler's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 48-18-0, making him the most successful defensive backs coach in Buffalo Bills history. The team made it to the playoffs four times (2020-2023) and had a 5-4 record under Coach Butler in playoff games.
Gill Byrd
Byrd was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 2017 season. The team made it to the playoffs one time (2017) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Byrd in playoff games.
Tim McDonald
McDonald was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 2015-2016 seasons, a total of two years.
Donnie Henderson
Henderson was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 2013-2015 seasons, a total of three years.
George Catavolos
Catavolos was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 2006-2012 seasons, a total of seven years.
Steve Szabo
Szabo was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 2004-2005 seasons, a total of two years.
Pat Thomas
Thomas was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 2001-2003 seasons, a total of three years.
Bill Bradley
Bradley was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1998-2000 seasons, a total of three years. Bradley's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 29-19-0, making him the third-most successful defensive backs coach in Buffalo Bills history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1998-1999) and had a 0-2 record under Coach Bradley in playoff games.
Dick Roach
Roach was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1987-1997 seasons, a total of eleven years. Roach's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 110-65-0, making him the second-most successful defensive backs coach in Buffalo Bills history. The team made it to the playoffs eight times (1988-1993, 1995-1996) and had a 11-8 record under Coach Roach in playoff games. In 1990, the Buffalo Bills faced off against the New York Giants in Super Bowl XXV and the Bills, under the direction of head coach Marv Levy, lost 19-20. In 1991, the Buffalo Bills faced off against the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl XXVI and the Bills, under the direction of head coach Marv Levy, lost 24-37. In 1992, the Buffalo Bills faced off against the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl XXVII and the Bills, under the direction of head coach Marv Levy, lost 17-52. In 1993, the Buffalo Bills faced off against the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl XXVIII and the Bills, under the direction of head coach Marv Levy, lost 13-30.
Dick Moseley
Moseley was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1985-1986 seasons, a total of two years.
Dick Jauron
Jauron was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1985 season. Jauron's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 2-14-0, making him the least successful defensive backs coach in Buffalo Bills history.
Pete Carroll
Carroll was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1984 season. Carroll's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 2-14-0, making him the least successful defensive backs coach in Buffalo Bills history.
Jerry Glanville
Glanville was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1983 season.
Ralph Hawkins
Hawkins was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1981-1982 seasons, a total of two years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1981) and had a 1-1 record under Coach Hawkins in playoff games.
Jim Wagstaff
Wagstaff was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1978-1980 seasons, a total of three years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1980) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Wagstaff in playoff games.
Billy Atkins
Atkins was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1972-1975 seasons, a total of four years. The team made it to the playoffs one time (1974) and had a 0-1 record under Coach Atkins in playoff games.
Bobby Hunt
Hunt was the defensive backs coach for the Buffalo Bills in the 1970-1971 seasons, a total of two years. Hunt's record as the team's defensive backs coach was 4-23-1, making him the third-least successful defensive backs coach in Buffalo Bills history.
Buffalo Bills defensive backs coach record
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Butler | 2020-2023 | 48-18-0 | 72.7% | 5-4 |
| Gill Byrd | 2017 | 9-7-0 | 56.3% | 0-1 |
| Tim McDonald | 2015-2016 | 15-17-0 | 46.9% | 0-0 |
| Donnie Henderson | 2013-2015 | 23-25-0 | 47.9% | 0-0 |
| George Catavolos | 2006-2012 | 43-69-0 | 38.4% | 0-0 |
| Steve Szabo | 2004-2005 | 14-18-0 | 43.8% | 0-0 |
| Pat Thomas | 2001-2003 | 17-31-0 | 35.4% | 0-0 |
| Bill Bradley | 1998-2000 | 29-19-0 | 60.4% | 0-2 |
| Dick Roach | 1987-1997 | 110-65-0 | 62.9% | 11-8 |
| Dick Moseley | 1985-1986 | 6-26-0 | 18.8% | 0-0 |
| Dick Jauron | 1985 | 2-14-0 | 12.5% | 0-0 |
| Pete Carroll | 1984 | 2-14-0 | 12.5% | 0-0 |
| Jerry Glanville | 1983 | 8-8-0 | 50.0% | 0-0 |
| Ralph Hawkins | 1981-1982 | 14-11-0 | 56.0% | 1-1 |
| Jim Wagstaff | 1978-1980 | 23-25-0 | 47.9% | 0-1 |
| Billy Atkins | 1972-1975 | 30-25-1 | 54.5% | 0-1 |
| Bobby Hunt | 1970-1971 | 4-23-1 | 16.1% | 0-0 |
Buffalo Bills defensive backs coach facts
- Bobby Hunt was the first defensive backs coach in Bills history in 1970.
- Dick Roach coached the most seasons as the Bills's defensive backs coach at eleven seasons.
- John Butler was the last coach to hold the position of defensive backs coach, leaving the role after the 2023 season.