| 2012 San Jose SaberCats season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Darren Arbet |
| Home field | HP Pavilion at San Jose |
| Results | |
| Record | 12–6 |
| Division place | 3rd NC West |
| Playoff finish | Lost Conference Semifinals (Rattlers) 48–51 |
| Team DPY | Joe Sykes |
The 2012 San Jose SaberCats season was the 16th season for the franchise in the Arena Football League. The team was coached by Darren Arbet and played their home games at HP Pavilion at San Jose. After finishing the regular season with a 12–6 record, the SaberCats qualified for the playoffs, but lost in the conference semifinals to the Arizona Rattlers, 48–51.