Alright, so the latest all-time NFL coach rankings just dropped from CBS Sports' Bryan DeArdo, and listen, it’s not really a shocker. Bill Belichick, the guy who's been out of a head coaching gig for over two years now, is still getting that top spot. He’s officially No. 1 overall in their top 20 NFL head coaches, above *everyone* else who’s ever done it. I mean, c'mon, did anyone expect anything different? This isn't just about a good career, this is about defining an entire era of football.
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When a panel of six voters weighs in, and four of them immediately agree Belichick deserves the crown, you know it's a landslide. DeArdo himself pointed out why it’s a no-brainer: Belichick is the "most successful coach of the 21st century." Think about that! The entire century, dominated by one guy. And get this: he's got two more Super Bowl wins than the next-closest coach. *Two more*! That's like adding another mini-dynasty to an already legendary career. It's not just winning; it's a level of sustained, championship-level success that seems almost unfair when you look at the rest of the league. How do you even compete with that kind of resume?From Cleveland to Canton: A Record That Speaks Volumes
His six Super Bowl wins as a head coach are obviously the headline grabbers, but the man's numbers are just wild. He’s sitting second all-time in career wins with a mind-boggling 333. Third all-time in regular-season wins, clocking in at 302. And don't forget those three AP NFL Coach of the Year awards peppered throughout his run. This isn't just about collecting hardware; it's about sheer, consistent dominance. We're talking about a coach who developed Tom Brady, widely considered the greatest player ever, into... well, the greatest player ever. That kind of player development, paired with his ability to coach "innumerable NFL greats" during his historic career , which, remember, even included a stop with the Cleveland Browns , just adds layers to his legend. He wasn't just good for a few years; he was the standard for decades. So yeah, while Belichick might be on the sidelines now, his shadow still looms massive over the entire NFL. This ranking just solidifies what we've all known: the man is the ultimate coach. Every snap, every strategy, every championship chase this season is still, in some way, measured against the bar he set. And it’s a bar so high, who knows when anyone will even get close?This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.