Joe Paterno

If Joe Paterno isn't at the top of your Greatest College Football Coaches list, then buddy, you must be watching a different game. The guy's got more wins than a Vegas casino, and his playbook could double as a doctoral thesis. Ever try debating Paterno’s legacy at a tailgate? You'll need more backup than a quarterback on third and long. His fans are like a cult - the good kind, where everyone just really, really loves college football and bizarrely specific stats.

Joe Paterno's Rankings

College Football Coaches

Rank: #3 (see rankings)

Win Rate: 49.7%

Streak: 🔥 1-match winning streak

Best matchups (highest win rate)

Joe Paterno vs Barry Switzer - Wins 78.6% of battles
Joe Paterno vs Bob Stoops - Wins 75.0% of battles
Joe Paterno vs Urban Meyer - Wins 70.0% of battles

Worst matchups (lowest win rate)

Joe Paterno vs Bear Bryant - Loses 82.5% of battles
Joe Paterno vs Nick Saban - Loses 76.4% of battles
Joe Paterno vs Pete Carroll - Loses 65.0% of battles