1981 staff
| Coach | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Head coach1 | ||
| Larry Smith | Head Coach | 1980 |
| Coordinators2 | ||
| Steve Axman | Offensive Coordinator · Quarterbacks | 1980 |
| Moe Ankney | Assistant Head Coach · Defensive Coordinator | 1980 |
| Position coaches2 | ||
| Mike Barry | Offensive Line | 1980 |
| Chuck Amato | Linebackers | 1980 |
A stint appears in a season when it overlaps it, so a coach hired in 1981 and a coach in their ninth year both show here, each with the full range of their stint.