Vince Lombardi Head Coach Tenure
Legendary coach of the Green Bay Packers and Hall of Famer.
Vincent Thomas Lombardi (June 11, 1913 – September 3, 1970) was an American professional football coach and executive in the National Football League (NFL). He is best known as the head coach of the Green Bay Packers during the 1960s, where he led the team to three straight and five total NFL Championships in seven years, in addition to winning the first two Super Bowls at the conclusion of the 1966 and 1967 NFL seasons. Lombardi never had a losing season as head coach in the NFL, compiling a regular-season winning percentage of 73.8% (96–34–6) and 90% (9–1) in the postseason for an overall record of 105 wins, 35 losses and 6 ties in the NFL.
Lore & Background
Lombardi began his coaching career as an assistant and later as head coach at St. Cecilia High School in Englewood, New Jersey. He was assistant coach at Fordham University where he coached with Jim Lansing. He also coached for the United States Military Academy and the New York Giants before serving as head coach and general manager for the Packers from 1959 to 1967 and the Washington Redskins from 1969 until dying from cancer during the 1970 preseason.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Giants legends like Eli Manning or Lawrence Taylor play under him?
No, Lombardi passed away in 1970, which was decades before players like Lawrence Taylor and Eli Manning began their professional careers.
Why is his name linked to Super Bowl victories today?
The championship trophy bears his name to honor his immense impact on football discipline and excellence across the entire league.
Is there any official record of a Giants tenure in NFL history?
No historical records exist for him coaching New York, as his verified head coaching resume lists only Green Bay and Washington.
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