Bill Parcells
Inducted:
2013

Player Stats
Born:
August 22, 1941
Englewood, New Jersey, U.S.
Position:
Coach
College:
Wichita State (1960–1963)
Bill Parcells was one of the most influential and successful head coaches in NFL history, known for his leadership, discipline, and ability to rebuild struggling franchises into contenders. Over a coaching career spanning nearly two decades, Parcells led the New York Giants, New England Patriots, New York Jets, and Dallas Cowboys, leaving a lasting impact on each organization. With the Giants, he captured two Super Bowl titles (XXI, XXV), building dominant, defense-driven teams led by players like Lawrence Taylor.
Parcells was twice named NFL Coach of the Year and became known as “The Big Tuna” for his larger-than-life presence and no-nonsense approach. His coaching tree produced several future head coaches, including Bill Belichick and Sean Payton, extending his influence across generations. Bill Parcells was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013, cementing his legacy as a master motivator, strategist, and program builder who reshaped modern football culture.
Parcells's Awards and Honors
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXI, XXV)
- 2× AP NFL Coach of Year (1986, 1994)
- The Sporting News NFL Coach of Year (1986)
- 2× Pro Football Weekly NFL Coach of Year (1986, 1994)
- Greasy Neale Award (1994)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
NFL Records
- First coach to lead four different teams to the playoffs
- Mentored several future Super Bowl–winning coaches
- Renowned for rebuilding struggling franchises into contenders
NFL Teams
New York Giants (1983–1990)
New England Patriots (1993–1996)
New York Jets (1997–1999)
Dallas Cowboys (2003–2006)
NFL Draft:
1964: 7th round, 89th overall pick
Detroit Lions
NFL Stats
Coaching Seasons:
19 (1983–2006)
Game:
303
Win:
172
Lose:
130
Tie:
1
Win(%):
.569
Playoff Record:
11–8 (.578)
Super Bowl Titles:
2 (XXI, XXV)
