Brian Kelly compiled a 200–76 career record as head coach at Central Michigan (2004–2006), Cincinnati (2007–2009), Notre Dame (2010–2021), LSU (2022–2025). The Kelly coaching tree has produced 10 head coaches, including Butch Jones, Marcus Freeman, Clark Lea, Mike Elko, Lance Taylor and 5 others.
Follow the mentors and disciples behind college football's biggest dynasties.
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Butch Jones
WRs · Central Michigan · 2004–2006
101–64
Marcus Freeman
DC · Notre Dame · 2021–2021
43–12
Clark Lea
DC · Notre Dame · 2018–2020
26–36
Mike Elko
DC · Notre Dame · 2017–2017
35–16
Lance Taylor
RBs · Notre Dame · 2019–2021
20–19
Chuck Martin
DBs / OC · Notre Dame · 2010–2013
72–74
Bob Diaco
DC · Notre Dame · 2010–2013
11–28
Jeff Quinn
OC / Assoc. Head Coach · Cincinnati · 2007–2009
20–36
Charley Molnar
OC · Notre Dame · 2010–2011
2–22
Mike Sanford Jr.
OC / QBs · Notre Dame · 2015–2016
9–16
| School | Years | W | L | Pct | Titles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan | 2004–2006 | 19 | 16 | 54.3% | — |
| Cincinnati | 2007–2009 | 34 | 6 | 85.0% | — |
| Notre Dame | 2010–2021 | 113 | 40 | 73.9% | — |
 LSU | 2022–2025 | 34 | 14 | 70.8% | — |
| Career Total | 200 | 76 | 72.5% | — |