COACH PROFILE
DeShawn Shead
Nickel Backs, Miami Dolphins (2026)
Portland State
Palmdale, CA
DeShawn Shead has coached in the NFL since 2021, spanning 6 seasons with 2 organizations. His roles included Assistant Defensive Backs and Nickel Backs. He worked under Jeff Hafley, Mike McDaniel, and Pete Carroll.
Career Timeline
Career History
| Year | Team | Role(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
Miami Dolphins
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Assistant Defensive Backs, Nickel Backs under Jeff Hafley |
| 2025 |
Miami Dolphins
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Assistant Defensive Backs under Mike McDaniel |
| 2024 |
Miami Dolphins
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Assistant Defensive Backs under Mike McDaniel |
| 2023 |
Seattle Seahawks
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Assistant Defensive Backs under Pete Carroll |
| 2022 |
Seattle Seahawks
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Assistant Defensive Backs under Pete Carroll |
| 2021 |
Seattle Seahawks
|
Assistant Defensive Backs under Pete Carroll |
Worked Under (3)
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Miami Dolphins
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1 |
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Miami Dolphins
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2 |
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Seattle Seahawks
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3 |
Protégés (0)
No protégés became head coaches.