Brian Schottenheimer is an American football coach currently serving as the offensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys. With extensive experience in the NFL, he has held the same position for the Seattle Seahawks, New York Jets, and St. Louis Rams. His coaching career also includes assistant roles with the Washington Redskins, San Diego Chargers, Indianapolis Colts, and Jacksonville Jaguars. Beyond the NFL, Schottenheimer has served as the offensive coordinator for the University of Georgia. His diverse experience across various teams has solidified his reputation as a prominent offensive mind in football.
October 16, 1973: Brian Schottenheimer Born
Brian Schottenheimer was born on October 16, 1973.
1991: High School Championship
In 1991, Schottenheimer led his high school team to the Kansas Class 5A state football championship, earning first-team all-state and honorable mention high school All-American honors.
1992: College Transfer
In 1992, Schottenheimer played football for the University of Kansas.
1994: College Transfer
In 1994, Schottenheimer started playing for the Florida Gators after transferring from the University of Kansas.
1996: National Championship Win
In 1996, Schottenheimer was part of the Florida Gators team that won the Bowl Alliance national championship.
1997: College Graduation
Schottenheimer graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in exercise and sports science in 1997.
1997: Coaching Career Begins
Schottenheimer's coaching career started in 1997.
2005: Assistant Coaching Roles
Schottenheimer held various assistant coaching roles until 2005, working with his father, Marty Schottenheimer, on several teams.
2006: New York Jets Offensive Coordinator
Schottenheimer became the offensive coordinator for the New York Jets in 2006.
2007: Head Coach Consideration
In 2007, Schottenheimer was considered for the Miami Dolphins head coaching position but chose to remain with the Jets.
2008: Interview for Jets Head Coach
Schottenheimer interviewed for the Jets' head coaching position in 2008 after Eric Mangini was fired, but the role went to Rex Ryan.
January 13, 2010: Remains with Jets
On January 13, 2010, Schottenheimer decided to stay with the Jets as offensive coordinator and declined to interview for the Buffalo Bills' head coaching vacancy.
January 10, 2012: Departure from Jets
On January 10, 2012, Schottenheimer announced his departure from the New York Jets.
January 21, 2012: St. Louis Rams Offensive Coordinator
Schottenheimer became the offensive coordinator for the St. Louis Rams on January 21, 2012.
January 7, 2015: University of Georgia
On January 7, 2015, Schottenheimer became the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the University of Georgia.
January 18, 2016: Indianapolis Colts Quarterbacks Coach
On January 18, 2016, Schottenheimer was hired as the quarterbacks coach for the Indianapolis Colts.
2016: Departure from Georgia
Schottenheimer left the University of Georgia coaching staff in 2016 after Mark Richt's firing.
January 15, 2018: Seattle Seahawks Offensive Coordinator
The Seattle Seahawks hired Schottenheimer as their offensive coordinator on January 15, 2018. The Seahawks went on to have the league's top rushing offense that season, and Russell Wilson had a career-high passer rating.
2020: Seahawks' Offensive Performance
In 2020, the Seahawks offense had a strong start but struggled later in the season, leading to Schottenheimer's dismissal. The Seahawks, however, did set a franchise record for points scored that season.
January 12, 2021: Dismissal from Seahawks
Schottenheimer was fired by the Seahawks on January 12, 2021, after their Wild Card loss to the Rams.
February 1, 2021: Jacksonville Jaguars Passing Game Coordinator
On February 1, 2021, the Jacksonville Jaguars hired Schottenheimer as their passing game coordinator.
February 8, 2022: Departure from Jaguars
Schottenheimer was not retained by the Jaguars on February 8, 2022, following the hiring of Doug Pederson.
March 24, 2022: Dallas Cowboys Consultant
On March 24, 2022, the Dallas Cowboys hired Schottenheimer as a consultant.
February 4, 2023: Dallas Cowboys Offensive Coordinator
Schottenheimer was promoted to offensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys on February 4, 2023.