All-Time NFC East NFL Depth Chart

The NFC East isn’t just a division — it’s football royalty. Home to some of the most iconic franchises and players in NFL history, this division has a legacy built on dominance, drama, and dynasties.

From the bruising defenses of the ’80s Giants to the high-powered Cowboys offenses of the ’90s, and the Eagles’ modern-day defensive monsters to Washington’s legendary coaching tree — the NFC East has done it all. These teams don’t just play football. They shape it.

We’ve built the All-Time NFC East NFL Depth Chart, blending legends from the Cowboys, Giants, Eagles, and Commanders into one unbeatable squad. Each position group features three of the best to ever wear an NFC East jersey — complete with stats, accolades, and legacy-defining moments.

Table of Contents

• Head Coach
• NFC East Offense Overview
• Quarterback
• Running Back
• Fullback
• Wide Receivers
• Slot Receiver
• Tight End
• Left Tackles
• Left Guard
• Center
• Right Guard
• Right Tackle
• Offensive Coordinator
• NFC East Defense Overview
• Defensive Coordinator
• Defense Overview
• Free Safeties
• Strong Safeties
• Cornerbacks
• Outside Linebackers
• Inside Linebackers
• Slot Corner
• Edge Rushers
• Nose Tackles
• Interior Defensive Linemen
• Defensive Coordinators

Head Coach

Joe Gibbs – Washington Commanders

• Three-time Super Bowl champion (XVII, XXII, XXVI)
• Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1996
• Only coach in NFL history to win a Super Bowl with three different quarterbacks

Gibbs built dominant, adaptable teams in Washington that won with toughness and versatility — a true coaching chameleon of his era.

Tom Landry – Dallas Cowboys

• Two-time Super Bowl champion (VI, XII)
• Inventor of the 4–3 defense and Flex Defense scheme
• Hall of Fame inductee (1990) with 20 consecutive winning seasons

Landry revolutionized modern defensive football and led the Cowboys to unparalleled consistency for two decades.

Bill Parcells – New York Giants / Dallas Cowboys

• Two-time Super Bowl champion with Giants (XXI, XXV)
• Master of the turnaround — rebuilt four franchises into playoff teams
• Mentor to a legendary coaching tree, including Belichick and Payton

Parcells brought grit, leadership, and no-nonsense swagger — he turned teams into contenders and molded future coaching greats.

Between Gibbs’ tactical genius, Landry’s innovation, and Parcells’ culture-setting fire, the NFC East coaching legacy is stacked with legends.

The greatest offensive players in NFC East history — featuring full starters and backups by position.

All-Time NFC East Offense

Quarterbacks

Roger Staubach – Dallas Cowboys

• Two-time Super Bowl champion (VI, XII)
• 1971 NFL MVP and six-time Pro Bowler
• Known for clutch performances and scrambling ability

Staubach was the Cowboys’ ultimate leader — “Captain America” led with poise, mobility, and unmatched late-game magic.

Troy Aikman – Dallas Cowboys

• Three-time Super Bowl champion (XXVII, XXVIII, XXX)
• 94 career wins, 165 career passing touchdowns
• Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006

Aikman didn’t need flash — he commanded the dynasty-era Cowboys with precision, toughness, and leadership.

Eli Manning – New York Giants

• Two-time Super Bowl MVP (XLII, XLVI)
• 57,023 passing yards and 366 touchdowns
• Famous for dethroning the Patriots dynasty… twice

Eli was a postseason assassin — calm under pressure and responsible for some of the greatest upsets in NFL history.

Whether it was Staubach’s flair, Aikman’s efficiency, or Eli’s icy postseason nerves, this trio delivered when it mattered most.

Running Backs

Emmitt Smith – Dallas Cowboys

• All-time NFL leader in rushing yards (18,355) and rushing touchdowns (164)
• Three-time Super Bowl champion (XXVII, XXVIII, XXX)
• 1993 NFL MVP and 8-time Pro Bowler

Emmitt’s durability and vision made him a workhorse legend — the ultimate mix of longevity and production.

Tony Dorsett – Dallas Cowboys

• 12,739 rushing yards and 92 total touchdowns
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1994)
• Super Bowl XII champion and 1977 Offensive Rookie of the Year

Dorsett had a silky-smooth running style and breakaway speed — he was a home run threat every time he touched the ball.

LeSean McCoy – Philadelphia Eagles

• Over 11,000 rushing yards and 73 rushing touchdowns
• Two-time First-Team All-Pro and six-time Pro Bowler
• Led NFL in rushing yards in 2013 (1,607)

“Shady” McCoy danced around defenders with unmatched agility — a modern era backfield maestro in Philly.

With Emmitt’s grit, Dorsett’s grace, and Shady’s shake, this NFC East backfield is a nightmare for defenses across eras.

Fullbacks

Daryl Johnston – Dallas Cowboys

• Two-time Super Bowl champion (XXVII, XXVIII)
• Known for elite blocking, helping pave the way for Emmitt Smith’s all-time rushing record
• Pro Bowl selection in 1993 and 1994

“Moose” was the gold standard for modern fullbacks — a punishing lead blocker who made every running back better.

Maurice Carthon – New York Giants

• Two-time Super Bowl champion with the Giants (XXI, XXV)
• Key blocker for Hall of Fame back Ottis Anderson and Joe Morris
• Played in 45 straight wins with the USFL’s Philadelphia Stars before joining NFL

Carthon was a quiet enforcer, a relentless run-game engineer who helped the Giants build a ground-and-pound dynasty.

Ron Wolfley – Arizona Cardinals

• Four-time Pro Bowl selection (1986–1989)
• Widely regarded as one of the best special teams fullbacks of his era
• Played for Cardinals, Browns, and Rams

Wolfley carved out a unique niche as a devastating special teams weapon and reliable lead blocker in the trenches.

With Moose’s power, Carthon’s grit, and Wolfley’s all-around toughness, this NFC East fullback trio defines old-school football.

Wide Receivers

Michael Irvin – Dallas Cowboys

• 11,904 career receiving yards and 65 touchdowns
• Three-time Super Bowl champion (XXVII, XXVIII, XXX)
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2007)

Irvin brought unmatched fire and physicality — the emotional and vocal leader of the Cowboys dynasty.

Bob Hayes – Dallas Cowboys

• 7,414 career receiving yards and 71 touchdowns
• 1964 Olympic gold medalist (100m and 4×100m relay)
• Changed NFL defenses with his unprecedented speed

“Bullet” Bob Hayes made defenses panic — his Olympic-level speed reshaped defensive coverage across the league.

Art Monk – Washington Commanders

• 12,721 career receiving yards and 68 touchdowns
• Three-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2008)

Monk was the ultimate possession receiver — steady, sure-handed, and dominant on third downs for a decade.

Terrell Owens – Dallas Cowboys

• 15,934 career receiving yards and 153 touchdowns
• Six-time Pro Bowler and five-time First-Team All-Pro
• Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018

TO was a walking highlight reel — a blend of size, speed, and swagger who torched defenses across generations.

Harold Carmichael – Philadelphia Eagles

• 8,985 career receiving yards and 79 touchdowns
• Led the NFL in receptions in 1973
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2020)

Carmichael’s 6’8” frame and sticky hands made him a red zone nightmare and one of the most reliable targets of the 1970s.

Drew Pearson – Dallas Cowboys

• 7,822 career receiving yards and 48 touchdowns
• Three-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl XII champion
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2021)

Pearson was “Mr. Clutch” — a pioneer of the Hail Mary and one of the Cowboys’ most iconic deep threats.

With Irvin’s fire, Hayes’s speed, Monk’s consistency, TO’s explosiveness, Carmichael’s height, and Pearson’s clutch gene — this WR corps is a six-headed monster of NFC East greatness.

Slot Receivers

DeSean Jackson – Philadelphia Eagles

• 11,263 career receiving yards and 58 total touchdowns
• Led NFL in yards per reception four times
• Only player in NFL history with 60+ yard TDs in each of his first 10 seasons

DeSean Jackson brought lightning to the slot — a vertical menace who could flip a game with one explosive route.

Victor Cruz – New York Giants

• 4,549 career receiving yards and 25 touchdowns
• 2011 Pro Bowler with 1,536 receiving yards
• Super Bowl XLVI champion and salsa-celebration icon

Cruz salsa’d his way into Giants lore, blending big-play ability with New York swagger during their championship run.

Cole Beasley – Dallas Cowboys

• 5,744 career receiving yards and 34 touchdowns
• Best season in 2020 with 967 yards and 82 receptions for Buffalo
• Elite route-runner and reliable third-down target

Beasley was the technician of the trio — a slot maestro who lived to embarrass linebackers in coverage.

Whether it’s D-Jax burning DBs, Cruz salsa dancing past tacklers, or Beasley breaking ankles underneath — this slot group is pure dynamite inside the numbers.

Tight Ends

Jason Witten – Dallas Cowboys

• 13,046 career receiving yards and 74 touchdowns
• 11-time Pro Bowler and two-time First-Team All-Pro
• Most receptions in a single game by a tight end (18)

Witten was the model of consistency — a tough, sure-handed tight end who moved the chains for nearly two decades.

Zach Ertz – Philadelphia Eagles

• 7,434 career receiving yards and 46 touchdowns
• Three-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl LII champion
• Caught the game-winning TD in Super Bowl LII

Ertz blended size and finesse, delivering clutch plays and soft hands in the biggest moments of Eagles history.

Jay Novacek – Dallas Cowboys

• 4,630 career receiving yards and 30 touchdowns
• Five-time Pro Bowler and three-time Super Bowl champion
• Key target in the Troy Aikman–led 90s dynasty

Novacek was the glue in the Cowboys’ passing game — always open over the middle and deadly in the red zone.

Witten brought the grit, Ertz brought the clutch, and Novacek brought the rings — this NFC East tight end trio does it all.

Left Tackles

Rosey Brown – New York Giants

• 1956 NFL Champion and 9-time First-Team All-Pro
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1975)
• Selected to the NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team

Brown was decades ahead of his time — a dominant athlete who set the gold standard for blindside protection in the 1950s and ’60s.

Jason Peters – Philadelphia Eagles

• 9-time Pro Bowler and 2-time First-Team All-Pro
• Super Bowl LII champion (though injured for the game)
• Over 230 career games played at left tackle

Peters was a mountain of a man with ballerina feet — a rare blend of size and agility that anchored Philly’s line for over a decade.

Tyron Smith – Dallas Cowboys

• 8-time Pro Bowler and 2-time First-Team All-Pro
• Key figure in the dominant Cowboys offensive line of the 2010s
• Drafted 9th overall in 2011, still a cornerstone protector

Smith brought raw power and pristine technique to the left tackle spot — a modern mauler who shut down elite pass rushers weekly.

From Rosey’s legacy to Peters’ power and Tyron’s prime, this trio of left tackles defines excellence across generations in the NFC East.

Left Guards

Larry Allen – Dallas Cowboys

• 11-time Pro Bowler and 6-time First-Team All-Pro
• Super Bowl XXX champion
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2013)

Allen was an unstoppable force — a freakishly strong lineman who could bench press 700 pounds and bury defenders with ease.

Russ Grimm – Washington Commanders

• 4-time Pro Bowler and 3-time First-Team All-Pro
• 3-time Super Bowl champion with Washington’s “Hogs” O-line
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2010)

Grimm was the engine of the Hogs — tough, technical, and mean in the trenches, he helped define the 1980s Washington offense.

Evan Mathis – Philadelphia Eagles

• 2013 First-Team All-Pro and Super Bowl 50 champion (with Broncos)
• Two-time Pro Bowler (2013, 2014)
• Rated PFF’s No. 1 guard multiple seasons in the 2010s

Mathis was an analytics darling — elite in pass protection and run blocking, with the footwork of a tackle in a guard’s frame.

From Allen’s raw strength to Grimm’s grit and Mathis’ precision, this LG trio gives the NFC East a bulldozing interior legacy.

Centers

Mel Hein – New York Giants

• NFL MVP in 1938 — the only offensive lineman to ever win the award
• 4-time First-Team All-Pro and NFL Champion (1934)
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1963)

Hein was a two-way ironman and the original anchor — a legend who snapped the ball and crushed souls for 15 straight seasons.

Jim Ringo – Philadelphia Eagles

• 10-time Pro Bowler and 6-time First-Team All-Pro
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1981)
• Started 182 consecutive games in his career

Ringo was the prototype of the athletic center — fast, technical, and as durable as they come, he defined toughness in the trenches.

Jeff Bostic – Washington Commanders

• Three-time Super Bowl champion with Washington
• Centerpiece of the legendary “Hogs” offensive line
• 1983 Pro Bowl selection

Bostic was the glue guy for the Hogs — undersized but scrappy, he was the heartbeat of one of the greatest lines in NFL history.

With Hein’s legacy, Ringo’s consistency, and Bostic’s championship pedigree, this center trio forms the brain and brawn of the NFC East’s offensive line.

Right Guards

Zack Martin – Dallas Cowboys

• 8-time Pro Bowler and 6-time First-Team All-Pro (as of 2023)
• Named to the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• One of the highest-rated guards by PFF in multiple seasons

Martin is a technician in pads — dominant in both pass and run blocking, he’s been the rock of Dallas’ elite O-line for a decade.

Chris Snee – New York Giants

• 2-time Super Bowl champion (XLII, XLVI)
• 4-time Pro Bowler and 2010 First-Team All-Pro
• Started 141 games during his 10-year career

Snee was as tough as they come — a durable, lunch-pail lineman who brought power and grit to two Super Bowl-winning units.

Brandon Brooks – Philadelphia Eagles

• 3-time Pro Bowler (2017–2019)
• Super Bowl LII champion with Eagles
• One of the top-rated guards in pass protection during his peak

Brooks was a wall in cleats — a physically imposing guard who dominated in the trenches when healthy and at full strength.

Martin’s mastery, Snee’s toughness, and Brooks’ power make this RG trio an immovable force on the right side of the NFC East line.

Right Tackles

Rayfield Wright – Dallas Cowboys

• 6-time Pro Bowler and 3-time First-Team All-Pro
• 2-time Super Bowl champion (VI, XII)
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2006)

“Big Cat” Wright was an athletic marvel — combining size, speed, and technique to dominate pass rushers in the Cowboys’ glory years.

Erik Williams – Dallas Cowboys

• 4-time Pro Bowler and 2-time Super Bowl champion
• Key member of the 1990s Cowboys dynasty
• Feared for his intensity and power at the point of attack

Williams was pure intimidation — a mauler who set the tone on the edge and protected Troy Aikman through their championship run.

Jon Runyan – Philadelphia Eagles

• Pro Bowl selection in 2002
• Started 192 consecutive games across 14 seasons
• Helped lead Eagles to four straight NFC Championship games

Runyan was an ironman — nasty, durable, and relentless, he was the enforcer of Philadelphia’s offensive front in the early 2000s.

Wright’s finesse, Williams’ fury, and Runyan’s resilience make this RT unit a fortress on the edge of the NFC East offense.

Offensive Coordinators

Norv Turner – Dallas Cowboys

• Offensive coordinator during Cowboys’ Super Bowl wins in 1992 and 1993
• Architect of the Troy Aikman–Emmitt Smith–Michael Irvin offensive juggernaut
• Later served as head coach for multiple NFL teams

Turner’s timing-based attack turned Dallas into an offensive machine — he maximized stars and made execution look effortless.

Sean Payton – New York Giants

• Served as Giants’ offensive coordinator from 2000–2002
• Later won Super Bowl XLIV as Saints head coach
• Known for his aggressive play-calling and QB development

Though his head coaching legacy came in New Orleans, Payton cut his teeth calling plays in New York, laying the groundwork for his offensive genius.

Dan Henning – Washington Commanders

• Offensive coordinator during Washington’s Super Bowl run in 1982
• Helped guide Joe Theismann to an NFL MVP season
• Veteran coach with over 30 years of NFL experience

Henning brought balance and creativity to the early ’80s Washington teams — helping build an offense that could pound the rock or stretch the field.

With Turner’s precision, Payton’s flair, and Henning’s versatility — this NFC East OC room brings brains to match the brawn.

The greatest defensive players in NFC East history — featuring full starters and backups by position.

All-Time NFC East Defense

Free Safeties

Brian Dawkins – Philadelphia Eagles

• 9-time Pro Bowler and 5-time First-Team All-Pro
• 37 interceptions, 26 sacks, and 36 forced fumbles in his career
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2018)

“Weapon X” was a heat-seeking missile in the secondary — a fiery leader and fearsome hitter who redefined the safety position.

Cliff Harris – Dallas Cowboys

• 6-time Pro Bowler and 3-time First-Team All-Pro
• 2-time Super Bowl champion (VI, XII)
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2020)

Harris brought brains and ball-hawking to Dallas’ Doomsday Defense — a free safety with elite instincts and championship pedigree.

Sean Taylor – Washington Commanders

• 2-time Pro Bowler before his tragic passing at age 24
• Known for his highlight-reel hits and incredible range
• Legacy honored as one of the most feared safeties in NFL history

Taylor was a generational talent — a free safety with linebacker size and cornerback speed, gone far too soon but never forgotten.

Dawkins’ energy, Harris’ excellence, and Taylor’s legacy form a free safety trio that covers every inch — and every era — of greatness in the NFC East.

Strong Safeties

Emlen Tunnell – New York Giants

• 9-time Pro Bowler and 6-time First-Team All-Pro
• First African-American player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1967)
• 79 career interceptions — second-most in NFL history

Tunnell was a trailblazer and turnover machine — an early defensive superstar whose legacy helped shape the modern secondary.

Ken Houston – Washington Commanders

• 12-time Pro Bowler and 2-time First-Team All-Pro
• 49 career interceptions and countless clutch stops
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1986)

Houston was a Swiss army knife in the secondary — a physical, instinctive safety who always seemed to be in the right place at the right time.

Darren Woodson – Dallas Cowboys

• 5-time Pro Bowler and 3-time Super Bowl champion
• Most tackles in Cowboys franchise history
• Versatile safety who excelled in coverage and run support

Woodson was the ultimate glue guy — fast, physical, and smart, he did it all for the Cowboys’ dominant 1990s defenses.

From Tunnell’s history-making greatness to Houston’s versatility and Woodson’s consistency — this strong safety trio packs hits, picks, and Hall of Fame DNA.

Cornerbacks

Darrell Green – Washington Commanders

• 20-year career with Washington, 2-time Super Bowl champion
• 7-time Pro Bowler and 4-time First-Team All-Pro
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2008)

Green was ageless and fearless — a speed demon who locked down receivers across four different decades.

Everson Walls – Dallas Cowboys

• 57 career interceptions, led NFL in INTs three times
• 4-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl XXV champion with the Giants
• Named to the NFL 1980s All-Decade Team

Walls was a ball magnet — always around the football and never shy to jump a route and change a game.

Troy Vincent – Philadelphia Eagles

• 5-time Pro Bowler and 2002 First-Team All-Pro
• 47 career interceptions over 15 NFL seasons
• Key piece of dominant Eagles defenses in the early 2000s

Vincent was smooth and savvy — a cerebral corner who excelled in coverage and as a locker room leader.

Mel Renfro – Dallas Cowboys

• 10-time Pro Bowler and 5-time All-Pro
• 2-time Super Bowl champion (VI, XII)
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1996)

Renfro was a dynamic playmaker — whether picking off passes or returning punts, he was a spark plug for the Cowboys.

Champ Bailey – Washington Commanders

• 12-time Pro Bowler and 3-time First-Team All-Pro
• 52 career interceptions and one of the best man-coverage CBs ever
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2019)

Champ was lockdown personified — a technician with elite athleticism who erased WR1s weekly.

Mark Haynes – New York Giants

• 3-time Pro Bowler and 1984 First-Team All-Pro
• Key starter for New York’s tough 1980s defenses
• Revered for his physical style and consistent coverage

Haynes brought attitude and physicality — a corner who never backed down from the league’s toughest matchups.

From Green’s speed to Renfro’s playmaking, Walls’ instincts to Bailey’s clamps, Vincent’s leadership to Haynes’ grit — this NFC East CB crew is elite at every angle.

Outside Linebackers

Chuck Howley – Dallas Cowboys

• 6-time Pro Bowler and 5-time First-Team All-Pro
• Super Bowl VI champion and MVP of Super Bowl V (only losing player to win SB MVP)
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2023)

Howley was a turnover machine and a sideline-to-sideline menace — the original defensive star of Dallas’ early Super Bowl runs.

Ken Norton Jr. – Dallas Cowboys

• 3-time Super Bowl champion (2 with Cowboys, 1 with 49ers)
• Started 112 games for Dallas from 1988–1993
• Known for physical play and linebacker IQ

Norton was a tone-setter — a run-stuffing force with championship DNA and relentless motor.

Sean Lee – Dallas Cowboys

• 2-time Pro Bowler and 2016 First-Team All-Pro
• 995 career tackles and 14 interceptions
• Defensive captain and heart of the Cowboys defense for over a decade

Lee was a film junkie and field general — a tackling machine who made up for injuries with elite instincts and effort.

Howley brought glory, Norton brought rings, and Lee brought heart — this Cowboys-flavored OLB trio hits hard and plays smart.

Inside Linebackers

Chuck Bednarik – Philadelphia Eagles

• 8-time Pro Bowler and 6-time First-Team All-Pro
• 2-time NFL Champion (1949, 1960)
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1967)

“Concrete Charlie” was the last true two-way player — a hard-nosed warrior who played center and linebacker without ever coming off the field.

Sam Huff – New York Giants

• 5-time Pro Bowler and 2-time First-Team All-Pro
• NFL Champion (1956) and legendary Giants enforcer
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1982)

Huff brought toughness and intellect — a defensive icon of the 1950s and the first NFL player to be featured on the cover of Time Magazine.

Harry Carson – New York Giants

• 9-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl XXI champion
• Team captain and heart of the 1986 championship defense
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2006)

Carson was a true leader — physical, vocal, and dependable, he anchored the Giants’ linebacking corps for over a decade.

With Bednarik’s toughness, Huff’s legacy, and Carson’s leadership, this NFC East ILB trio is built for the heart of battle.

Slot Cornerbacks

Asante Samuel – Philadelphia Eagles

• 4-time Pro Bowler and 2-time First-Team All-Pro
• 51 career interceptions, led the NFL in INTs twice
• 2-time Super Bowl champion with the Patriots

Samuel was a pick-six predator — a master of anticipation who thrived on baiting quarterbacks into costly mistakes.

DeAngelo Hall – Washington Commanders

• 3-time Pro Bowler with 43 career interceptions
• Tied the NFL record with 4 interceptions in a single game (2010)
• Feared for his speed, swagger, and ball skills

Hall played with flare and fire — a trash-talking technician who backed it up with highlight-reel plays in the slot or outside.

Orlando Scandrick – Dallas Cowboys

• 140 career games with the Cowboys across 10 seasons
• Known for physical play, press coverage, and slot versatility
• Logged 11 career interceptions and 9.5 sacks

Scandrick was a scrappy slot enforcer — a reliable matchup piece against quick WRs who brought an edge to Dallas’ secondary.

With Samuel’s instincts, Hall’s swagger, and Scandrick’s grit, this slot trio brings lockdown energy to the inside lanes of the NFC East defense.

Edge Rushers

Lawrence Taylor – New York Giants

• 10-time Pro Bowler and 8-time First-Team All-Pro
• 2-time Super Bowl champion and 1986 NFL MVP
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1999)

LT didn’t just rush the passer — he revolutionized football. The most feared defender in NFL history, he wrecked gameplans and quarterbacks alike.

Charles Haley – Dallas Cowboys / San Francisco 49ers*

• 5-time Super Bowl champion (2 with 49ers, 3 with Cowboys)
• 100.5 career sacks and 2-time NFC Defensive Player of the Year
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2015)

Haley was the ultimate closer — a relentless edge presence who racked up rings and QB hits like it was his job (because it was).

Harvey Martin – Dallas Cowboys

• 4-time Pro Bowler and 1977 Defensive Player of the Year
• Super Bowl XII co-MVP and 114 career sacks (unofficial)
• Key piece of the Doomsday Defense

Martin brought power and intensity — a dominant force off the edge before sacks were even an official stat.

DeMarcus Ware – Dallas Cowboys

• 9-time Pro Bowler and 4-time First-Team All-Pro
• 138.5 career sacks and Super Bowl 50 champion with Denver
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2023)

Ware was smooth, strong, and surgical — a pass-rushing savant with a Hall of Fame résumé and highlight tape to match.

Dexter Manley – Washington Commanders

• Super Bowl XVII champion and 2-time double-digit sack leader
• 97.5 career sacks with unmatched explosiveness off the line
• Fan-favorite for his passion and pressure

Manley brought chaos to every snap — a pure edge rusher who played with reckless speed and game-wrecking intent.

Jim Katcavage – New York Giants

• 3-time Pro Bowler and longtime anchor of Giants’ D-line
• 96.5 unofficial sacks and feared as a power rusher in the 1960s
• Named to the NFL 1960s All-Decade Team

Katcavage was old-school brute force — a bull rusher who collapsed pockets and devoured blockers for over a decade.

From LT’s terror, Ware’s polish, Haley’s hardware, Martin’s grit, Manley’s fire, to Katcavage’s consistency — this EDGE unit is the NFC East’s ultimate quarterback nightmare.

Nose Tackles

Jim Burt – New York Giants

• Pro Bowler and Super Bowl XXI champion
• Anchored the middle of the Giants’ dominant 1980s defense
• Known for delivering the infamous “Burt Headache” hits

Burt was a human brick wall — undersized but unstoppable, he controlled the A-gaps with sheer toughness and tenacity.

Fred Robbins – New York Giants

• Key defensive lineman on the Super Bowl XLII championship team
• Recorded 5.5 sacks in both 2007 and 2008 seasons
• Valued for his consistency and ability to collapse the pocket

Robbins brought veteran muscle and playoff presence — an underrated force on the Giants’ title-winning front.

Barry Cofield – New York Giants

• Super Bowl XLII champion with the Giants
• Started 78 games in New York from 2006 to 2010
• Notched 10.5 sacks and 210 tackles with the team

Cofield was a nose tackle with a pass rush — stout against the run but slippery enough to find the quarterback too.

With Burt’s brute strength, Robbins’ reliability, and Cofield’s versatility, this nose tackle unit gives the NFC East a rock-solid defensive core.

Interior Defensive Linemen

Randy White – Dallas Cowboys

• 9-time Pro Bowler and 7-time First-Team All-Pro
• Super Bowl XII co-MVP and 1978 Defensive Player of the Year
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1994)

White was called “The Manster” — half-man, half-monster, and all destruction. He dominated guards and centers with relentless power and speed.

Bob Lilly – Dallas Cowboys

• 11-time Pro Bowler and 7-time First-Team All-Pro
• Super Bowl VI champion and cornerstone of the Doomsday Defense
• Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (1980)

Lilly was “Mr. Cowboy” — the first-ever draft pick in franchise history and one of the most technically sound DTs to ever play the game.

Fletcher Cox – Philadelphia Eagles

• 6-time Pro Bowler and 2018 First-Team All-Pro
• Super Bowl LII champion and interior force for over a decade
• Over 65 career sacks as a DT (as of 2023)

Cox brought modern-day dominance to the trenches — explosive off the snap, disruptive on every down, and a leader on Philly’s defensive front.

With White’s fury, Lilly’s finesse, and Cox’s burst — this interior trio is a nightmare recipe for collapsing pockets in the NFC East.

Defensive Coordinators

Wade Phillips – Dallas Cowboys

• Defensive coordinator or head coach for multiple teams over 40+ years
• Led top-10 defenses in points allowed with Cowboys and Broncos
• Super Bowl 50 champion as DC of the Denver Broncos

Wade brought wisdom and pressure — a 3–4 guru known for his ability to scheme pass rushers free and elevate defenses overnight.

Jim Schwartz – Philadelphia Eagles

• Defensive coordinator for Eagles’ Super Bowl LII-winning team
• Crafted a dominant front four with aggressive, attacking style
• Known for innovative wide-9 schemes and situational mastery

Schwartz played chess with offensive coordinators — turning Philly’s D-line into a title-winning force with his aggressive mindset.

Ron Meeks – Washington Commanders

• Best known for his success as DC of the Colts, but coached DBs in Washington (2000–2001)
• Helped develop elite secondaries and led multiple top-10 pass defenses
• Coaching career spanned over two decades in the NFL

Meeks specialized in fundamentals — a technician’s mind who shaped secondaries and emphasized disciplined, turnover-minded football.

Phillips brings the pressure, Schwartz brings the speed, and Meeks brings the polish — this NFC East DC room is built to dominate every layer of the field.

Conclusion

The NFC East is football royalty — a division that’s seen dynasties rise, fall, and rise again. From Roger Staubach’s command under center to Lawrence Taylor’s chaos off the edge, this depth chart is a museum of NFL greatness.

Every position group reflects not only Hall of Fame resumes but also game-changing impacts. Whether it’s Brian Dawkins patrolling the skies, Emmitt Smith grinding out tough yards, or Randy White collapsing pockets — this lineup delivers dominance from every angle.

FAQ – All-Time NFC East Depth Chart

Who is the quarterback on the All-Time NFC East team?

Roger Staubach of the Dallas Cowboys leads the offense, known for his clutch performances, leadership, and two Super Bowl titles.

Which team has the most players on the NFC East all-time roster?

The Dallas Cowboys dominate the depth chart, reflecting their long-standing success and iconic talent throughout NFL history.

Is Lawrence Taylor considered the best defensive player in NFC East history?

Absolutely. Taylor revolutionized the linebacker position and is widely regarded as one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history.

Why is Joe Gibbs the head coach of this team?

Joe Gibbs won three Super Bowls with three different quarterbacks — a testament to his adaptability and coaching brilliance with Washington.

How were players selected for this lineup?

Selections were based on career accomplishments, Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors, team impact, and legacy within the NFC East division.

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