The thinker: Bill Belichick's evolution from strategic boy wonder to consummate leader has him rubbing shoulders with the likes of Lombardi

Phil Savage

Scout/defensive assistant

NOW: Browns general manager

Mike Sheppard

Receivers coach

NOW: Saints offensive coordinator

Jim Schwartz

Scouting administrator

NOW: Titans defensive coordinator

Mike Tannenbaum

Player personnel assistant

NOW: Jets assistant general manager

New England branch

(2000-)

Romeo Crennel

Defensive coordinator

NOW: Browns head coach

Rob Ryan

Linebackers coach

NOW: Raiders defensive coordinator

Charlie Weis

Offensive coordinator

NOW: Notre Dame head coach

MOST SUPER BOWL
VICTORIES

1. Chuck Noll (Steelers)        4-0
2. Bill Belichick (Patriots)    3-0
   Bill Walsh (49ers)           3-0
   Joe Gibbs (Redskins)         3-1
5. Eight tied with two.

BEST POSTSEASON
WINNING PERCENTAGES

(Coaches with 100 or more career victories)

1. Bill Belichick (Browns, Patriots)    10-1 (.909)
2. Vince Lombardi (Packers)              9-1 (.900)
3. Weeb Ewbank (Colts, Jets)             4-1 (.800)
4. Joe Gibbs (Redskins)                 16-5 (.762)
5. Buddy Parker (Lions)                  3-1 (.750)

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