History of Brian Daboll in Timeline
Brian Michael Daboll is an American football coach born in Canada. He is currently the head coach for the NFL's New York Giants. Daboll has a rich history as an offensive coordinator, holding the position for various teams including the Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, Alabama Crimson Tide, and Buffalo Bills. His coaching experience extends to assistant roles with the New England Patriots across two stints.
April 14, 1975: Birth of Brian Daboll
Brian Michael Daboll was born on April 14, 1975. He would go on to become a prominent figure in American football.
1991: Bills Achieve 13 Wins for First Time Since 1991
Under the guidance of head coach Sean McDermott and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, the Buffalo Bills achieved 13 wins in the 2020 season, marking the first time they had reached this milestone since 1991.
1993: Bills Reach First AFC Championship Game Since 1993
The Buffalo Bills, under the leadership of head coach Sean McDermott and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, reached the AFC Championship Game in 2020 for the first time since 1993, where they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs 38-24.
1995: Bills Secure First Division Title and Playoff Win Since 1995
In 2020, the Buffalo Bills, led by head coach Sean McDermott and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, secured their first division title and playoff victory since 1995.
1997: Daboll Begins Coaching Career at William & Mary
In 1997, Brian Daboll began his coaching career as a restricted earnings coach at the College of William & Mary.
1998: Daboll Joins Michigan State as Graduate Assistant
Brian Daboll joined Michigan State University in 1998 as a graduate assistant under head coach Nick Saban. He worked there until 1999.
2000: Daboll Joins New England Patriots
At 24 years old, Daboll joined the New England Patriots as a defensive coaching assistant under head coach Bill Belichick in 2000.
2001: Daboll and Crennel Work Together on Patriots
Brian Daboll and Romeo Crennel worked together on the New England Patriots' coaching staff from 2001 to 2004.
2002: Daboll Promoted to Wide Receivers Coach
Brian Daboll was promoted to wide receivers coach for the Patriots in 2002 after Josh McDaniels, then personnel assistant, was promoted to defensive assistant.
2004: Daboll and Crennel's Time Together on Patriots Ends
Brian Daboll and Romeo Crennel's time working together on the New England Patriots' coaching staff came to an end in 2004.
2006: Daboll Leaves Patriots for New York Jets
After the 2006 season, Brian Daboll left the Patriots to become the quarterbacks coach for the New York Jets. During his time with the Patriots, the team won three Super Bowls.
2007: Daboll Becomes Quarterbacks Coach for New York Jets
Joining Eric Mangini's staff, Daboll became the quarterbacks coach for the New York Jets in 2007. Both Mangini and Daboll had previously worked as assistants for the Patriots from 2000 to 2005.
December 29, 2008: Mangini Fired, Daboll Not Retained by Jets
The Jets fired coach Eric Mangini on December 29, 2008, after a 9-7 season. Brian Daboll, who coached under Mangini, was not retained by new head coach Rex Ryan.
2009: Daboll Reunites with Mangini as Browns Offensive Coordinator
In 2009, Brian Daboll became the offensive coordinator for the Cleveland Browns, reuniting with head coach Eric Mangini, whom he'd worked with on the New England Patriots and New York Jets.
2010: Browns Offense Ranks Low Under Daboll
The Cleveland Browns' offense, under the leadership of offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, ranked 32nd in the NFL in 2009 and 29th in 2010.
December 11, 2011: Dolphins Fire Sparano, Daboll Let Go
The Miami Dolphins fired head coach Tony Sparano on December 11, 2011, after a 4-9 start to the season. Brian Daboll, who served as the offensive coordinator, was not retained under the new head coach, Joe Philbin.
February 6, 2012: Daboll Joins Kansas City Chiefs as Offensive Coordinator
On February 6, 2012, the Kansas City Chiefs appointed Brian Daboll as their offensive coordinator, replacing the retired Bill Muir. This move reunited Daboll with new head coach Romeo Crennel, whom he had previously worked with on the Patriots from 2001 to 2004.
2012: Daboll Rejoins Patriots for Remainder of 2012-2013 Season
Brian Daboll returned to the New England Patriots' coaching staff for the remainder of the 2012-2013 season.
2012: Giants Achieve First Playoff Win Since Super Bowl XLVI
In the 2022-2023 NFL playoffs, the New York Giants, led by Brian Daboll, achieved their first postseason victory since winning Super Bowl XLVI in 2012, defeating the Minnesota Vikings 31-24 in the NFC Wild Card Round.
January 13, 2013: Daboll Returns to New England Patriots
On January 13, 2013, the New England Patriots announced the return of Brian Daboll to their coaching staff for the remainder of the 2012-2013 season.
2016: Daboll Concludes Second Stint with Patriots
Brian Daboll finished his second stint as the tight ends' coach for the New England Patriots in 2016. During this time, he coached Pro Bowl tight end Rob Gronkowski, and the Patriots secured victories in Super Bowl XLIX and Super Bowl LI.
2016: Giants End Playoff Drought with Daboll
The New York Giants, under the leadership of head coach Brian Daboll, ended their playoff drought in the 2022-2023 season, securing their first playoff berth since 2016.
February 18, 2017: Daboll Returns to College Football with Alabama
After 18 years, Brian Daboll returned to college football on February 18, 2017, taking on the role of offensive coordinator for the Alabama Crimson Tide. This reunited him with head coach Nick Saban, whom he had previously worked under at Michigan State.
January 4, 2018: Daboll Becomes Offensive Coordinator for Buffalo Bills
On January 4, 2018, Brian Daboll was appointed as the new offensive coordinator for his hometown team, the Buffalo Bills, working under head coach Sean McDermott.
2018: Alabama Wins National Championship with Daboll
In 2018, the Alabama Crimson Tide, with Brian Daboll as offensive coordinator, triumphed in the National Championship Game, defeating the Georgia Bulldogs in overtime.
2020: Daboll's Success with Bills and Josh Allen
In 2020, Brian Daboll's third season with the Buffalo Bills saw quarterback Josh Allen, whom many considered a 'project' coming out of college, set numerous passing records for the team. The Bills' offense, under Daboll's guidance, significantly improved, ranking second in the league with 31.3 points per game. Daboll received the Associated Press NFL Assistant Coach of the Year Award for his work.
January 28, 2022: Daboll Becomes Head Coach of New York Giants
On January 28, 2022, Brian Daboll was appointed as the 20th head coach of the New York Giants.
2022: Daboll Named NFL Coach of the Year
Brian Daboll was honored as the Associated Press 2022 NFL Coach of the Year following his successful debut season as head coach of the New York Giants.
January 1, 2023: Giants Clinch Playoff Berth Under Daboll
The New York Giants, under the leadership of head coach Brian Daboll, defeated the Indianapolis Colts 38-10 on January 1, 2023, securing their first playoff berth since 2016. The team had a strong start to the season, going 7-2, their best in a decade.