History of Brian Daboll in Timeline

Brian Daboll is an American football coach. He was head coach of the New York Giants (2022-2025) before being fired. Prior to the Giants, he was the offensive coordinator for several NFL teams including the Browns, Dolphins, Chiefs, and Bills. He also served as an assistant coach for the New England Patriots across two stints. Daboll's experience spans various offensive roles, culminating in his head coaching position.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

April 14, 1975: Brian Daboll Born

On April 14, 1975, Brian Michael Daboll was born.

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1991: Bills First 13 Win Season

In 2020, The Buffalo Bills finished with 13 wins for the first time since 1991.

1993: Bills Made First AFC Championship Game

In 2020, The Buffalo Bills made their first AFC Championship Game since 1993.

1995: Bills Won First Division Title

In 2020, The Buffalo Bills won their first division title and playoff game since 1995.

1997: Hired by William & Mary

In 1997, Brian Daboll was hired as a restricted earnings coach by the College of William & Mary.

1998: Joined Michigan State University

In 1998, Brian Daboll moved to Michigan State University as a graduate assistant.

1999: Continued at Michigan State University

In 1999, Brian Daboll continued as a graduate assistant at Michigan State University under head coach Nick Saban.

2000: Served as Assistants on Patriots

From 2000, Eric Mangini and Brian Daboll both served as assistants on the Patriots

2000: Began NFL Coaching Career with Patriots

In 2000, Brian Daboll began his NFL coaching career with the New England Patriots as a defensive coaching assistant under head coach Bill Belichick.

2000: Joined the New England Patriots

In 2000, Brian Daboll joined the New England Patriots as an assistant coach.

2001: Worked with Romeo Crennel

From 2001, Brian Daboll worked with Romeo Crennel on the Patriots.

2002: Promoted to Wide Receivers Coach

In 2002, Brian Daboll was promoted to wide receivers coach for the New England Patriots.

2004: Worked with Romeo Crennel

Till 2004, Brian Daboll worked with Romeo Crennel on the Patriots.

2005: Served as Assistants on Patriots

Till 2005, Eric Mangini and Brian Daboll both served as assistants on the Patriots.

2006: Left Patriots for Jets

After the 2006 season, Brian Daboll left the New England Patriots to serve as the New York Jets' quarterbacks coach.

2006: Left the New England Patriots

In 2006, Brian Daboll left the New England Patriots.

2007: Joined the New York Jets

In 2007, Brian Daboll joined Eric Mangini's staff with the New York Jets as the quarterbacks' coach.

December 29, 2008: Jets Fired Eric Mangini

On December 29, 2008, the New York Jets fired coach Eric Mangini, and Brian Daboll was not retained under new head coach Rex Ryan.

2009: Joined the Cleveland Browns

In 2009, Brian Daboll joined the Cleveland Browns as offensive coordinator, reuniting with head coach Eric Mangini.

2010: Browns Ranked 29th in Offense

In 2010, under Brian Daboll, the Cleveland Browns had the NFL's 29th ranked offense.

December 11, 2011: Dolphins Fired Tony Sparano

On December 11, 2011, The Miami Dolphins fired coach Tony Sparano, and Brian Daboll was not retained under new head coach Joe Philbin.

February 6, 2012: Hired as Chiefs Offensive Coordinator

On February 6, 2012, the Kansas City Chiefs announced the hiring of Brian Daboll as offensive coordinator.

2012: Patriots Remainder of the Season

In 2012, Brian Daboll would be brought back in a coaching capacity for the remainder of the Patriots season

2012: First Postseason Victory

In the 2022-23 NFL playoffs, the Giants defeated the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC Wild Card Round, their first postseason victory since winning Super Bowl XLVI in 2012.

January 13, 2013: Returned to New England Patriots

On January 13, 2013, the New England Patriots announced that Brian Daboll would be brought back in a coaching capacity for the remainder of the Patriots 2012–13 season.

2013: Returned to the New England Patriots

In 2013, Brian Daboll returned to the New England Patriots as an assistant coach.

2016: Daboll served as the Patriot Tight Ends' Coach

From 2013 to 2016, Brian Daboll served as the Patriots tight ends' coach, coaching Pro Bowl tight end Rob Gronkowski.

2016: Second Stint with the Patriots Ended

In 2016, Brian Daboll's second stint with the New England Patriots ended.

2016: Giants First Playoff Berth

On January 1, 2023, Brian Daboll's Giants defeated the Indianapolis Colts and clinched their first playoff berth since 2016.

February 18, 2017: Returned to College Football

On February 18, 2017, Brian Daboll returned to college football as offensive coordinator for the Alabama Crimson Tide.

January 4, 2018: Named Bills Offensive Coordinator

On January 4, 2018, Brian Daboll was named the new offensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills.

2018: Reached National Championship Game

In 2018, Brian Daboll helped Alabama reach the National Championship Game, where they defeated the Georgia Bulldogs.

2020: Won Assistant Coach of the Year

In 2020, Brian Daboll won the Associated Press NFL Assistant Coach of the Year award.

2021: Daboll Era Culminated

In 2021, The "Daboll Era" culminated during the 2021–22 NFL playoffs

January 15, 2022: Bills Defeated Patriots in Wild Card Round

On January 15, 2022, during the 2021-22 NFL playoffs, the Buffalo Bills defeated the New England Patriots 47–17 in the Wild Card round.

January 28, 2022: Hired as Giants Head Coach

On January 28, 2022, Brian Daboll was hired as the New York Giants' 20th head coach.

2022: Hired as Giants Head Coach

In 2022, Brian Daboll was hired as the head coach of the New York Giants.

January 1, 2023: Giants Clinched Playoff Berth

On January 1, 2023, Brian Daboll's Giants defeated the Indianapolis Colts and clinched their first playoff berth since 2016.

October 29, 2023: Criticized for Field Goal Decision

On October 29, 2023, Brian Daboll was criticized for kicking a 35-yard field goal on 4th-and-1 against the Jets instead of going for it, which ultimately led to a loss.

2024: Criticized for Handling of Graham Gano

In 2024, Brian Daboll was criticized for his handling of kicker Graham Gano and quarterback Daniel Jones during the season. The Giants finished with a franchise-record 14 losses, but Daboll was announced to return for a fourth season