Sonny Dykes compiled a 112–78 career record as head coach at Louisiana Tech (2010–2012), California (2013–2016), SMU (2018–2021), TCU (2022–present). Dykes was mentored by Mike Leach and Mike Stoops and Gary Patterson. The Dykes coaching tree has produced 1 head coaches, including Jake Spavital.

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Sonny Dykes

112–78 (58.9%)Active · TCU

1

Head Coaches Produced

0

National Titles Won

13–35

Combined Record

27.1%

Win Percentage

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Mentors

Mike Leach

Asst. · Texas Tech · 2000–2006

164–102

Mike Stoops

Asst. · Arizona · 2007–2009

41–50

Gary Patterson

Asst. · TCU · 2017–2017

181–79

Head Coaches Developed

Jake Spavital

OC / QBs · California · 2016–2016

13–35

Head Coaching Career

School	Years	W	L	Pct	Titles
Louisiana Tech	2010–2012	22	15	59.5%	—
California	2013–2016	24	26	48.0%	—
SMU	2018–2021	30	20	60.0%	—
TCU	2022–present	36	17	67.9%	—
Career Total		112	78	58.9%	—