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| Position: | Defensive coordinator | ||||||||||
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| Born: | July 28, 1980 Abilene, Texas, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||||||
| Weight: | 290 lb (132 kg) | ||||||||||
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| High school: | Saratoga Springs (NY) | ||||||||||
| College: | Notre Dame | ||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 2002 / Round: 2 / Pick: 52 | ||||||||||
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Anthony Lee Weaver (born July 28, 1980) is an American football coach. He is currently the defensive coordinator for the Miami Dolphins in the National Football League (NFL). Before becoming a coach, Weaver was a professional football player. He played as a defensive end for the Notre Dame college team. The Baltimore Ravens picked him in the second round of the 2002 NFL draft. He also played for the Houston Texans.
Early Life and School
Anthony Weaver was born on July 28, 1980, in Abilene, Texas. He went to Saratoga Springs High School in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Playing Career in the NFL
Anthony Weaver played several years in the NFL. He was known as a strong defensive player.
Baltimore Ravens Player
The Baltimore Ravens chose Anthony Weaver in the 2002 NFL Draft. He was the 52nd player picked overall. He played for the Ravens for four seasons, from 2002 to 2005. During this time, he started in 54 regular season games. He also played in one playoff game.
Houston Texans Player
In 2006, Weaver joined the Houston Texans. He played for the Texans for three seasons. While with the Texans, he started in 44 regular season games.
Coaching Career
After his playing career, Anthony Weaver became a football coach. He has coached at both the college and professional levels.
College Coaching
Coaching at Florida
In 2010, Weaver started his coaching career at the University of Florida. He worked as a graduate assistant for the defense.
Coaching at North Texas
In 2011, Weaver moved to the University of North Texas. He first served as an interim defensive line coach. Soon after, he became the linebackers coach for the team.
NFL Coaching
New York Jets Coach
In February 2012, Anthony Weaver joined the New York Jets. He was hired as an assistant defensive line coach. He worked under head coach Rex Ryan, who he had played for earlier.
Buffalo Bills Coach
In January 2013, Weaver became the defensive line coach for the Buffalo Bills. He worked with head coach Doug Marrone.
Houston Texans Coach
Weaver returned to the Houston Texans in 2016. He was hired as their defensive line coach. On January 20, 2020, he was promoted. He became the defensive coordinator and continued as the defensive line coach.
Baltimore Ravens Coach
On January 22, 2021, Weaver went back to the Baltimore Ravens. He was hired as their defensive line coach and run game coordinator. In February 2022, he received another promotion. He became the assistant head coach while still coaching the defensive line. In January 2024, he was interviewed for head coach jobs with the Atlanta Falcons and the Washington Commanders.
Miami Dolphins Coach
On February 3, 2024, Anthony Weaver was hired by the Miami Dolphins. He is now their defensive coordinator.
Personal Life
Anthony Weaver's parents are Ralph and Melania Weaver. He is married to Kristin, and they have two sons.
Weaver has been honored for his achievements. In 2010, he was inducted into the Saratoga High Blue Streaks Hall of Fame. The next year, in 2011, he was inducted into the Capital Region Hall of Fame.
