NFL’s next coaching cycle will feature an impressive list of candidates: Analysis
On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, Buccaneers OC Liam Cohen, Bills OC Joe Brady and Eagles OC Kellen Moore are among a lengthy list of young offensive-minded coaches who will garner plenty of interest. Several former head coaches currently serving as coordinators also should be in the mix, including Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, Steelers OC Arthur Smith, Vikings DC Brian Flores, Broncos DC Vance Joseph and Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury. Potential college head coaches who could jump to the NFL include Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman and USC’s Lincoln Riley. Of the 43 hired over the past six coaching cycles, 10 previously were NFL head coaches and two were college head coaches.
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