Douglas Irvin Pederson is a former NFL quarterback and the head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, as of the 2024 NFL season. After playing in the NFL for thirteen seasons, Pederson retired in 2004. In 2005, he became the head coach at Calvary Baptist Academy in Louisiana, marking the beginning of his coaching career. After concluding his tenure at Calvary Baptist Academy, he joined the Philadelphia Eagles as an offensive quality control coach from 2009 to 2010, marking his entry into the NFL coaching field.

Born in Bellingham, Washington, Pederson grew up nearby Ferndale, Washington. During his formative years, Pederson played football for the Louisiana–Monroe Warhawks, representing the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) at the collegiate level. Before committing to ULM, he attended Ferndale High School, where he played football, basketball, and baseball.

Doug Pederson's Personal Information

Doug Pederson's Early Life

Pederson was born to parents Teri and Gordon "Gordy" Pederson in Bellingham, Washington, on January 31, 1968. Growing up in Ferndale, he attended Ferndale High School, where he was an All-State selection in football. Upon graduation, he committed to playing collegiate football at the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM). He played as a quarterback at ULM, setting multiple passing records for the school.

Doug Pederson's Net Worth

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Pederson has an estimated net worth of $12 million, as of October 2024.

Doug Pederson House

Pederson owns a house in Moorestown, spread across 3.2-acres. It includes four bedrooms, five full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms, as reported by Crazy Luxury Homes.

Doug Pederson Coaching History

Pederson joined Calvary Baptist Academy (LA) as head coach in 2005 and served there until 2008. In 2009, he re-entered the NFL as an offensive quality control coach with the Philadelphia Eagles. Throughout his coaching career, he has been with three NFL teams including, the Eagles, the Chiefs, and his current team, the Jaguars, as of October 2024.

Calvary Baptist Academy (LA) (2005–2008)

Pederson began his coaching career as the head coach at Calvary Baptist Academy (LA) from 2005 to 2008. Over his time there, his head coaching record in the regular season stands at 33-7 and an 8–3 record in the postseason. In 2007, he helped the Cavaliers to win their first district title.

Philadelphia Eagles (2009-2012)

In 2009, Pederson joined the Philadelphia Eagles as an offensive quality control coach, reuniting under his former head coach, Andy Reid. After serving at the position for two years, he was promoted to quarterbacks coach, which he held for two seasons.

Kansas City Chiefs (2013–2015)

In 2013, Pederson became the offensive coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs, when Andy Reid became the head coach for the same team. After a tough start during the 2015 NFL season, he was in-charge of calling the plays, leading the Chiefs to win 10 straight games, making him a suitable candidate for head coach in the following season.

Philadelphia Eagles (2016–2020)

In 2016, Pederson rejoined the Eagles as head coach. With the team, he won the Super Bowl LII title in 2018, defeating the New England Patriots 41-33. He was also named the Maxwell Club NFL Coach of the Year in 2017.

Pederson concluded his four-year career with the Eagles with a regular season record of 42 wins, 37 losses, and a tie. In the playoffs, he had 4 wins and 2 losses, giving him an overall record of 46 wins, 39 losses, and a tie.

Jacksonville Jaguars (2022–present)

After taking a year off from coaching during the 2021 NFL season, he was appointed as the head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars on 4th February, 2022. During his first two seasons, he lead the Jaguars to the top two positions in its NFC South division for both the seasons with a combined record of 18-16.

Doug Pederson's Playing Career

Miami Dolphins (1991–1992)

After going undrafted in 1991, Pederson was signed by the Dolphins as a rookie free agent in May 1991. However, he was waived in August of that year.

New York/New Jersey Knights (1992)

In 1992, he was selected by the New York/New Jersey Knights of the World League of American Football (WLAF) in the fifth round of the first pool of draft-eligible players.

Miami Dolphins (1993- 1995)

Pederson's journey with the Miami Dolphins involved multiple re-signings and releases between 1992 and 1995. After playing in the WLAF, Pederson rejoined the Dolphins in 1992 but was cut during training camp and placed on the team's practice squad.

In 1993, after Dan Marino's injury, Pederson became the backup to Scott Mitchell, making his NFL debut in October against the Indianapolis Colts. He helped secure a key victory for coach Don Shula’s 325th win. Pederson was briefly the backup to Steve DeBerg but was released later that season. He rejoined the Dolphins in 1994, spending the year as the third-string quarterback.

Carolina Panthers (1995)

In February 1995, he was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the NFL Expansion Draft but was released in May that same year.

Miami Dolphins (1995)

He returned to the World League before re-signing with the Dolphins in June 1995, though he was waived again in August. Later, he was re-signed by the team in October, serving as the third quarterback behind Bernie Kosar and Dan McGwire for the next two games. He was released again in Week 9 of October.

Green Bay Packers (1995–1998)

In 1995, Doug Pederson joined the Green Bay Packers as a third-string quarterback, after injuries to Ty Detmer and Brett Favre. He backed up Favre and Jim McMahon but did not see game action that year. In 1996, he earned a Super Bowl ring after the Packers defeated Patriots in Super Bowl XXXI. In 1997, he re-signed a two-year contract with the team. He later played briefly in 1998 before suffering a broken jaw.

Philadelphia Eagles (1999)

In February 1999, Doug Pederson signed a three-year, $4.5 million contract with the Philadelphia Eagles to become the starting quarterback. He concluded his stint with 1,276 passing yards, 7 touchdowns and recorded nine interceptions during the 1999 NFL season.

Cleveland Browns (2000)

After being released by the Eagles, Doug Pederson considered retirement but instead signed a two-year contract with the Cleveland Browns in September 2000. During his time with the Browns, he recorded 1,047 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions.

Green Bay Packers (2001–2004)

Pederson rejoined the Packers in 2001, signing a one-year contract. During the season, he served as Brett Favre's primary backup and placekick holder through 2001. In 2002, he re-signed to a one-year, $650,000 contract with the Packers, serving as the backup quarterback and primary holder in all 16 games in 2002. On April 29, 2003, Pederson re-signed with the Packers on a one-year, $750,000 contract, serving as Brett Favre’s backup and placekick holder for the third consecutive season. Pederson re-signed one-year contracts each season through 2004, competing with Tim Couch for the backup role and winning the spot. In 2004, Pederson suffered serious injuries during a game against the New York Giants, leading to his placement on injured reserve. He retired in March 2005 to become a head coach at Calvary Baptist Academy.

Doug Pederson's Achievements & Awards

As a player, Pederson won a Super Bowl title (XXXI) and an FCS championship in 1987. As a coach, he led his team to a Super Bowl victory (LII) and was named the Maxwell Club NFL Coach of the Year in 2017.

Pederson's regular season record in the NFL is 60 wins, 57 losses, and a tie. In the postseason, he has 5 wins and 3 losses. Overall, his career record in the NFL stands at 65 wins, 60 losses, and a tie, as of October 2024.

Doug Pederson Coaching Tree

According to Pro Football History, Pederson spent seven years as an assistant coach under Andy Reid, ending his time there as the offensive coordinator in 2015. One of his assistant coaches, Frank Reich, later became a head coach. After working on Pederson's staff, Reich was the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers for six seasons.

Doug Pederson Family

Teri and Gordon "Gordy" Pederson are the parents of Doug Pederson.

Doug Pederson Father

Gordon "Gordy" Pederson is the father of Doug Pederson. According to the Eagles' official website, Gordon Pederson passed away on September 2, 2016.

Doug Pederson Wife

Pederson is married to his wife, Jeannie Pederson. They got married in 1992 and have three sons together. According to Pro Football Network, Jeannie Pederson was born in December 1969, making her 54 years old, as of October 2024. She was raised in Louisiana and attended high school in Monroe. After graduation, she enrolled at Louisiana College and became a nurse.

Doug Pederson Kids

Doug and his wife, Jeannie, have three sons together named Drew, Josh, and Joel.

Josh Pederson

Josh Pederson is an American football tight end who is a free agent, as of October 2024. After going undrafted in the 2021 NFL Draft, he was signed by the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent. Pederson has been with several teams during his career. In 2021, he played for the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints. He joined the Kansas City Chiefs in 2022 and played for the Houston Gamblers in the USFL from 2022 to 2023. As of 2023, he was with the Jacksonville Jaguars but was only part of the offseason and practice squads for these teams.

Notably, he was promoted to the active roster in 2023, making his NFL debut against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 13. Before entering the NFL, he played collegiate football at the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM). He was born on September 22, 1997, in Newark, New Jersey, and attended Blue Valley North High School during his formative years.

Joel Pederson

According to LinkedIn, Josh Pederson is a finance intern with the Jacksonville Jaguars, where he has been working on-site since June 2024. Additionally, he completed a business development internship with Forum Investment Group in Denver, Colorado, from June to August 2023. He is also a full-time student at Clemson University, where he studied from August 2020 to May 2024.