Shane Steichen Coaching Profile
Shane Steichen is an emerging NFL head coach, currently leading the Indianapolis Colts. His coaching career highlights include:
- Achieved a 17-17-0 record in his first two seasons as head coach
- Led the Eagles offense to a Super Bowl appearance as offensive coordinator (2022)
- Orchestrated the NFL’s most productive rushing offense with the Eagles (2021)
- Developed multiple successful quarterbacks including Justin Herbert, Jalen Hurts, and Anthony Richardson
Under Steichen’s leadership, the Colts have shown promising development, particularly in offensive improvement across multiple metrics despite key injuries to players like Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor. His ability to adapt and maintain competitive performance with backup quarterbacks has been a hallmark of his early tenure as head coach.
Shane Steichen Coaching Record
| Years Active | Record | Win % | Playoff Record | Playoff Win % |
| 14 | 110-18-0 | 48.25% | 3-3 | 50% |
Coaching record is across all coaching staff that Shane Steichen was a part of, not just his time as head coach.
Head coaching record is 17-17 (.500) in total. Regular Season 17-17 (.500), Post Season 0-0
Coaching Tree
Parents
- Norv Turner
- Rob Chudzinski
- Mike McCoy
- Anthony Lynn
- Nick Sirianni
Children
- No notable children in his coaching tree as of 2024)
Shane Steichen Salary
While exact figures are not publicly available, Steichen’s salary is competitive with other NFL head coaches as part of his contract with the Indianapolis Colts.
Shane Steichen Coaching Style
Steichen’s coaching approach is characterized by his offensive innovation and quarterback development expertise. His philosophy encompasses several key elements:
- Emphasizing dynamic offensive schemes that maximize player talents
- Strong focus on quarterback development and offensive efficiency
- Adaptability in offensive game planning
- Building strong relationships with players and staff
Steichen’s coaching style is particularly noted for:
- Successfully developing young quarterbacks (Herbert, Hurts, Richardson)
- Creating innovative rushing attacks while maintaining passing efficiency
- Ability to adapt schemes to player strengths
- Strong track record of improving offensive performance
Shane Steichen Coaching Tree
Before becoming the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts, Steichen worked under several notable coaches:
- Learned under offensive minds like Norv Turner and Nick Sirianni
- Developed his offensive philosophy through various roles with the Chargers organization
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Shane Steichen Football Career Timeline
- University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2003-2006): Player (Quarterback)
- San Diego Chargers (2011-2012):
- Defensive Assistant
- Cleveland Browns (2013):
- Offensive Quality Control Coach
- San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers (2014-2020):
- Offensive Quality Control Coach (2014-2015)
- Quarterbacks Coach (2016-2019)
- Interim Offensive Coordinator (2019)
- Offensive Coordinator (2020)
- Philadelphia Eagles (2021-2022):
- Offensive Coordinator
- Indianapolis Colts (2023-Present):
- Head Coach
