Vic Fangio receives PFWA's Paul Zimmerman Award for coaching excellence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Vic Fangio, defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles, has been awarded the Pro Football Writers Association's Paul 'Dr. Z' Zimmerman Award. This lifetime achievement honor recognizes his extensive contributions as an NFL assistant coach over nearly five decades. Fangio's coaching has significantly impacted NFL defensive strategies, including leading the Eagles to the top of several defensive categories. Prior to returning to Philadelphia, he served as the Dolphins' defensive coordinator and contributed to the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX victory. His defensive unit excelled in 2025, maintaining elite rankings against the pass, which further solidifies his esteemed legacy.
- •Fangio awarded the PFWA Paul Zimmerman Award on August 5, 2026.
- •He has been a pivotal figure in NFL coaching for nearly 50 years.
- •Fangio helped the Eagles finish first in total defense in 2024.
- •His defense contributed to the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX win.
- •He returned to the Eagles before the 2024 season after a stint with the Dolphins.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles DC Vic Fangio awarded PFWA's Paul Zimmerman Award
"The Pro Football Writers Association has awarded Eagles DC Vic Fangio a lifetime achievement award for his work as an NFL assistant coach.
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