Wade Phillips

Wade Phillips, a venerable figure in Football coaching, currently commands the helm as the head coach of the San Antonio Brahmas in the United Football League (UFL). His illustrious career spans decades, marked by leadership roles with several prominent NFL franchises.

Phillips has left an indelible mark as head coach for the Denver Broncos, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, and the Houston Roughnecks. His versatility is evident in his interim head coaching positions with the New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, and the Houston Texans.

Renowned for his defensive prowess, Phillips has earned a reputation as one of the NFL’s premier defensive coordinators. His impact is underscored by eight separate stints in this role with seven different franchises, including two tenures with the Denver Broncos. Throughout his tenure, Phillips has cultivated top-tier talent, with players like Reggie White, Bryce Paup, Bruce Smith, J.J. Watt, and Aaron Donald claiming Defensive Player of the Year honors. Notably, his defensive schemes have also groomed Defensive Rookie of the Year recipients, such as Mike Croel and Shawne Merriman.

Phillips’ coaching acumen reached its zenith in a Super Bowl victory, where a defensive player, Von Miller, secured the Super Bowl MVP accolade. With an enduring legacy and a knack for molding defensive titans, Wade Phillips stands as a stalwart in the annals of Football coaching.