Kevin Stefanski is the current head coach of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons. The 43-year-old was born in Wayne, Pennsylvania, on May 8, 1982. He has been married to Michelle Stefanski (née McCarthy) since July 2007. The couple, both born and raised in Philadelphia, have three children: Will, Gabe, and Juliette. Stefanski is a devout Catholic.
Stefanski began his career as a defensive back for St. Joseph’s Preparatory School in Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 2004 with a degree in business administration. As a college player, he was a two-time All-Ivy League selection and was a member of Penn’s only undefeated team of the 2000s decade as a redshirt junior in 2003. He switched to coaching in 2005.
Kevin Stefanski’s Salary
Stefanski earns an estimated $15 million per year as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons under his five-year contract signed in January 2026. This makes him one of the highest-paid head coaches in the NFL. With the Browns, he earned approximately $3.5 million annually through an extension that ran through 2027, before being fired on January 5, 2026.
What is Kevin Stefanski’s Net Worth in 2026?
According to multiple reports, Stefanski has an estimated net worth of $10 million as of 2026. A major part of his total earnings comes from his coaching contracts with the Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns, and Atlanta Falcons.
Kevin Stefanski’s Contract Details
Stefanski signed a five-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons on January 17, 2026, with an estimated annual salary of $15 million. Prior to his firing from Cleveland, Stefanski was earning $3.5 million per year under a contract extension that ran through 2027, with the Browns owing him approximately $7-10.5 million in remaining guaranteed money after his termination.
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Kevin Stefanski’s Coaching Career
University of Pennsylvania (2005)
Stefanski began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at his alma mater, the University of Pennsylvania, in 2005.
Minnesota Vikings (2006-2019)
Stefanski joined the Minnesota Vikings in 2006 as an assistant to head coach Brad Childress. He remained with the Vikings organization through three different head coaching regimes (Childress, Leslie Frazier, and Mike Zimmer).
Over his 14 seasons in Minnesota, Stefanski held multiple positions: assistant quarterbacks coach (2009-2013), tight ends coach (2014-2015), running backs coach (2016), and quarterbacks coach (2017-2018).
In December 2018, Stefanski was promoted to interim offensive coordinator after John DeFilippo was fired. In his first game, the Vikings scored a season-high 41 points in a victory over Miami. He averaged 26 points per game during his three-game interim stint before being officially named offensive coordinator in January 2019 at age 36.
During the 2019 Vikings offense under Stefanski’s coordination, Minnesota ranked 17th in total offense but an impressive 6th in yards per play.
Cleveland Browns (2020-2025)
On January 3, 2020, Stefanski was hired as head coach of the Cleveland Browns, taking over a franchise that hadn’t made the playoffs since 2002 and had seen 19 consecutive losing seasons.
In his inaugural season (2020), Stefanski orchestrated an immediate turnaround despite coaching from his basement due to COVID-19 restrictions. The Browns improved to 11-5, won the AFC North, and defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 48-37 in the Wild Card Round, the franchise’s first playoff victory in 26 years. Stefanski was named AP NFL Coach of the Year for his achievement.
The 2021 season saw the Browns regress to 8-9 and miss the playoffs. The 2022 season featured Deshaun Watson’s controversial midseason arrival, which complicated the team’s offensive consistency. Despite this, the Browns made the playoffs again in 2023 at 11-6, earning Stefanski his second Coach of the Year award. However, the team lost 45-14 to the Houston Texans in the Wild Card Round.
The final two seasons were disastrous. In 2024, the Browns posted a 3-14 record. The 2025 season saw only slight improvement at 5-12, finishing last in the AFC North. Over his six seasons in Cleveland, Stefanski compiled a 45-56 regular-season record and 1-2 playoff record. During his tenure, 11 different quarterbacks started games for the Browns.
Stefanski was fired on January 5, 2026, after the disastrous 5-12 season, though general manager Andrew Berry was retained to lead the franchise’s rebuild.
Atlanta Falcons (2026-Present)
On January 17, 2026, Stefanski was named the 20th head coach in Atlanta Falcons history on a five-year contract. He replaced Raheem Morris after the Falcons finished 8-9 for consecutive seasons and failed to make the playoffs for eight straight years.
Stefanski brings his offensive expertise and two Coach of the Year awards to a franchise led by quarterback Kirk Cousins.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many Super Bowls did Kevin Stefanski win or appear in?
Kevin Stefanski has not won a Super Bowl as a head coach. As a head coach, his only playoff victory came in 2020 when the Browns defeated Pittsburgh in the Wild Card Round.
What is the average salary of an NFL coach?
The average salary of an NFL head coach is around $6.6 million annually. Top earners include Sean Payton (Denver Broncos) at $18 million, John Harbaugh (New York Giants) at approximately $20 million, and Jim Harbaugh (Los Angeles Chargers) at approximately $18 million. Kevin Stefanski’s new contract with the Falcons at $15 million annually places him in the upper tier of head coach salaries.
Is Kevin Stefanski married?
Kevin Stefanski is married to Michelle Stefanski (née McCarthy). Both were born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The couple married in July 2007 and has three children together: Will, Gabe, and Juliette. Michelle is the sister of Kristin Friend and Kyle McCarthy.
How much do NFL assistant coaches make?
NFL assistant coaches make around $5.5 million every year on average. However, offensive coordinators typically earn significantly more, generally ranging from $1.5 to $3 million annually, depending on experience and track record.
Does Kevin Stefanski have a degree?
Kevin Stefanski has a degree in business administration from the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated in 2004. At Penn, he played defensive back for the Quakers, earning two All-Ivy League selections and becoming a member of the university’s only undefeated team of the 2000s decade in 2003 (as a redshirt junior). He was named a finalist for the Ivy League Player of the Year before transitioning to coaching.
