The 10 Greatest NFL Coaches of All Time

Vince Lombardi

Known for his leadership with the Green Bay Packers, Lombardi’s name is synonymous with excellence in coaching. His teams won five NFL Championships, including the first two Super Bowls.

Bill Belichick

With multiple Super Bowl titles under his belt, the New England Patriots coach is known for his strategic genius and adaptability.

Don Shula

Holding the record for the most wins as a head coach in NFL history, Shula led the Miami Dolphins to the league’s only perfect season in 1972.

Chuck Noll

As head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Noll won four Super Bowl titles in the 1970s, building one of the greatest dynasties in NFL history.

Bill Walsh

The architect of the West Coast offense, Walsh’s innovative approach changed the NFL. He led the San Francisco 49ers to three Super Bowl victories.

George Halas

A founder of the NFL and long-time coach of the Chicago Bears, Halas’s influence on the league and coaching is immeasurable. His teams won six NFL Championships.

Tom Landry

Known for his tenure with the Dallas Cowboys, Landry’s innovative strategies and leadership qualities helped his teams achieve sustained success, including two Super Bowl victories.

Paul Brown

Considered a pioneer in coaching, Brown’s contributions to football strategy, organization, and integration are legendary. He had success with the Cleveland Browns, including three NFL Championships.

Joe Gibbs

Gibbs led the Washington Redskins to three Super Bowl victories with three different quarterbacks, a testament to his coaching flexibility and acumen.

Bill Parcells

With a coaching career that included two Super Bowl victories with the New York Giants, Parcells was known for turning around the fortunes of several teams.