Jerry Montgomery has been with the Packers since 2015. He has been mostly on the defensive line but was promoted in 2022 by head coach Matt LaFleur. So who is Jerry Montgomery? Let’s take a closer look and get to know the Packers’ defensive line/running game coordinator.
Who Is Jerry Montgomery? Facts About The Packers Coach
- Went to training camp with the New Orleans Saints in 2002 and played in the Arena Football League with the Chicago Rush, Colorado Crush, and Las Vegas Gladiators from 2003-05
- Following the 2014 season, was promoted to the co-defensive coordinator at Oklahoma and was named Scout.com’s Big 12 Recruiter of the Year.
- Has overseen the development of DL Kenny Clark, who has earned two Pro Bowl selections (2019, 2021) under the guidance of Montgomery.
- Originally joined the Packers on Feb. 12, 2015, as a defensive front assistant before being promoted to defensive line coach on Jan. 24, 2018.
Jerry Montgomery’s Age And Personal Life
Montgomery is 43 years old. Not much is known about his personal life.
Where Is Jerry Montgomery From?
Montgomery was born in Los Angeles, California but graduated from Virgin Valley High School in Mesquite, Nevada. He then went to the University of Iowa where he played for four years. He played three years of arena football before transitioning into coaching full time.
Jerry Montgomery Coaching Experience
- Iowa (2003)
Student assistant coach - Iowa City West High School (2003–2004)
Assistant coach - North Iowa CC (2005)
Defensive coordinator - Northern Iowa (2006)
Graduate assistant/defensive tackles coach - Northern Iowa (2007–2008)
Defensive line coach - Wyoming (2009–2010)
Defensive line coach - Indiana (2011)
Defensive tackle coach - Michigan (2011–2012)
Defensive line coach - Oklahoma (2013–2014)
Defensive line coach - Green Bay Packers (2015–2017)
Defensive front assistant - Green Bay Packers (2018–2021)
Defensive line coach - Green Bay Packers (2022–present)
Defensive line/running game coordinator
Packers Defensive Line/Running Game Coordinator History
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerry Montgomery | 2018-2022 | 53-28-1 | 65.2% | 2-3 |
| Mike Trgovac | 1999, 2009-2017 | 102-57-1 | 64.1% | 9-7 |
| Jethro Franklin | 2000-2004 | 53-27-0 | 66.3% | 2-4 |
| Bill Davis | 2000 | 9-7-0 | 56.3% | 0-0 |
| Larry Brooks | 1994-1998 | 57-23-0 | 71.3% | 8-4 |
| Greg Blache | 1988-1993 | 42-54-0 | 43.8% | 0-1 |
| Dick Modzelewski | 1984-1987 | 25-37-1 | 40.5% | 0-0 |
| Richard “Doc” Urich | 1981-1983 | 21-19-1 | 52.4% | 1-1 |
| Jim Champion | 1980 | 5-10-1 | 34.4% | 0-0 |
| Dave Hanner | 1965-1971 | 55-38-5 | 58.7% | 7-0 |
| Phil Bengtson | 1959-1967 | 89-29-4 | 74.6% | 9-1 |
| Jack Morton | 1957-1958 | 4-19-1 | 18.8% | 0-0 |
| Earl Klapstein | 1956 | 4-8-0 | 33.3% | 0-0 |
Running Game Coordinator History
| Coach | Years | Record | Win percentage | Playoff record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerry Montgomery | 2022 | 8-9-0 | 47.1% | 0-0 |
| Adam Stenavich | 2021 | 13-4-0 | 76.5% | 0-1 |
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