David Wannstedt (born May 21, 1952) is a former American football coach. He has been the head coach of the Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He was also the head coach of the University of Pittsburgh football team from 2005 to 2010. [1]

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Nov 30, 2024 · Wannstedt later became the head coach of the Chicago Bears (1993–1998) and the Miami Dolphins (2000–2004). While his NFL head coaching tenure had its ups and downs, Wannstedt was respected for his dedication to his players and his ability to inspire loyalty.

His next head coaching stint was with the Miami Dolphins from 2000 to 2004, as he led the team to a 45-35-0 record. He resigned from the Dolphins on Wednesday, November 10, 2004. Wannstedt resigned from the Dolphins halfway through the 2004 season.

In his four-plus seasons at the helm in Miami, Wannstedt led the team to a 42-31 record, the second-most wins by a head coach in Dolphins history behind only Don Shula. In The Fish Tank, Wannstedt discusses making the transition from Dan Marino to Jay Fiedler, his relationship with Ricky Williams, the Dolphins overtime playoff win following the ...

In just his first year, Wannstedt guided the Dolphins to the 2000 AFC East championship. Under his direction, the Dolphins posted a 41-23 record over the next four seasons...

Nov 9, 2004 · Miami Dolphins coach Dave Wannstedt called it quits Tuesday midway through a dismal season that began with the retirement of running back Ricky Williams and has left the team with the NFL's worst record at 1-8.

Jan 28, 2020 · Dave Wannstedt might not have left the Miami Dolphins on the best terms 15 years ago, but he still cherishes his time there in what turned out to be his last head coaching job in the NFL.

Nov 19, 2011 · It’s been seven years, four head coaches, and twelve starting QB’s since Dave Wannstedt walked a sideline during a Miami Dolphins football game as a coach. This Sunday, Dave returns as...

David Wannstedt (born May 21, 1952) is a former American football coach. He has been the head coach of the Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He was also the head coach of the University of Pittsburgh football team from 2005 to 2010.