Bill Parcells's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Bill Parcells

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Bill Parcells.

Bill Parcells, nicknamed "the Big Tuna", is a prominent American former NFL coach. He is most celebrated for his tenure with the New York Giants (1983-1990), leading them to two Super Bowl victories. He further distinguished himself by coaching the New England Patriots (1993-1996), New York Jets (1997-2000), and Dallas Cowboys (2003-2006). Parcells is the only NFL coach to guide four different franchises to the playoffs and three to a conference championship game, solidifying his legacy as a highly successful and influential figure in professional football.

1986: Super Bowl XXI Victory

In 1986, Bill Parcells led the Giants to a Super Bowl XXI victory over the Denver Broncos, establishing the tradition of dousing the coach with Gatorade.

1986: Division Title

In 1986, the New York Giants secured a division title under Bill Parcells.

1989: Division Title

In 1989, the New York Giants secured a division title under Bill Parcells.

1990: Super Bowl XXV victory

In 1990, Bill Parcells led the Giants to a second Super Bowl victory against the Buffalo Bills.

1990: Second Super Bowl Title

In 1990, Bill Parcells won his second Super Bowl title as the head coach of the New York Giants.

1990: Division Title

In 1990, the New York Giants secured a division title under Bill Parcells.

1994: Patriots Playoff Game

In 1994, Bill Parcells coached the New England Patriots to a 10-6 record and its first playoff game in eight years.

1996: Super Bowl XXXI

In 1996, Bill Parcells guided the Patriots to their first division title in 11 years and Super Bowl XXXI, where they lost to the Green Bay Packers.

1998: Jets to the Playoffs

In 1998, Bill Parcells led the Jets to the playoffs with a 12-4 record, losing to the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship Game.

2013: Induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame

In 2013, Bill Parcells was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.