History of Brian Schottenheimer in Timeline

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.