One pressing question for every new NFL defensive play caller in 2024
9 months, 3 weeks ago

One pressing question for every new NFL defensive play caller in 2024

New York Times  

The musical chairs of the NFL offseason weren’t restricted to head coach firings and hirings and player activity on the free-agent market. Back for his second stint as Dallas defensive coordinator is Zimmer, who helped the team win Super Bowl XXX as defensive backs coach in 1995. Zimmer hasn’t coached in the NFL since getting fired following Minnesota’s disappointing 2021 campaign. Now he’s running his own unit and must blend prospects like rookie defensive lineman Jared Verse with returning pass rusher Kobie Turner and defensive backs Tre’Davious White and Darious Williams, both added via free agency. New England’s defense was one of the more underrated units last season, and new head coach Jerod Mayo and Covington have many key players returning. So their struggles to get to the quarterback could continue unless Wilson — formerly the Ravens’ defensive backs coach — can come up with creative ways to generate pressure.

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Vikings are — and should be — prioritizing DT with first-round pick in NFL Draft
1 month ago

Vikings are — and should be — prioritizing DT with first-round pick in NFL Draft

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — Think of the image Brian Flores’ defense conjures. The Minnesota Vikings have benefited from all the mayhem for two seasons now, and folks throughout the NFL aren’t afraid to shower what Flores has done with praise. One NFC evaluator at the NFL Scouting Combine raved about how important Flores’ defense was to the Vikings’ success this season. Another …

49ers promote Klay Kubiak to offensive coordinator and replace Brian Griese as QBs coach
1 month ago

49ers promote Klay Kubiak to offensive coordinator and replace Brian Griese as QBs coach

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers have promoted assistant Klay Kubiak into the offensive coordinator role that had been vacant the past two seasons and replaced Brian Griese as quarterbacks coach. Coach Kyle Shanahan announced several changes and additions to his coaching staff on Tuesday after previously hiring Robert Saleh as defensive coordinator to replace the fired Nick …

Colts add 3 new assistants to coaching staff
1 month, 1 week ago

Colts add 3 new assistants to coaching staff

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen hired three new assistants Friday, bringing James Bettcher back to the franchise as linebackers coach, Jerome Henderson as defensive backs coach and Chris Hewitt as passing game coordinator for the secondary. The Colts also announced that last season’s coaching fellows — Isabel Diaz, Kalon Humphries and Diego Ortiz — will return in the …

Saints to hire ex-Chargers HC Brandon Staley as defensive coordinator: Sources
1 month, 1 week ago

Saints to hire ex-Chargers HC Brandon Staley as defensive coordinator: Sources

New York Times  

The New Orleans Saints are set to hire former Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley to serve as defensive coordinator, league sources told The Athletic Friday. The move reunites Staley, the Chargers’ coach from 2021 to 2023, with new Saints head coach Kellen Moore, who served as his offensive coordinator during the ’23 season. The role marks the 42-year-old …

New Cowboys offense looking to be more physical up front and ‘create violence’
1 month, 1 week ago

New Cowboys offense looking to be more physical up front and ‘create violence’

New York Times  

FRISCO, Texas — Brian Schottenheimer’s desire to improve the Dallas Cowboys’ running game in his first season as head coach was made clear when his offensive coordinator hire was announced. That’s the part I’m really looking forward to focusing on.” pic.twitter.com/9rWlJe1bpB — Jon Machota February 18, 2025 Adams has been in the NFL since 2019 when he was hired to …

Saints to hire Eagles QB coach Doug Nussmeier as OC: Reports
1 month, 1 week ago

Saints to hire Eagles QB coach Doug Nussmeier as OC: Reports

New York Times  

The New Orleans Saints are adding another member of the Super Bowl champion Eagles to Kellen Moore’s staff, with Philadelphia quarterback coach Doug Nussmeier coming on board as the offensive coordinator, according to multiple reports. Nussmeier was retained by Mike McCarthy in 2020 amid the head coaching transition and was promoted to quarterbacks coach under offensive coordinator Moore. When Moore …

Matt Eberflus jumps right back in, turns back clock with Cowboys after losing Bears job
1 month, 1 week ago

Matt Eberflus jumps right back in, turns back clock with Cowboys after losing Bears job

Associated Press  

FRISCO, Texas — New Dallas defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus never really stopped to consider a year away from coaching after getting fired by the Chicago Bears. Because I do have the experience of being a head coach for him and to make his job easier.” Eberflus has four assistants from last season’s Chicago staff in defensive passing game coordinator Andre …

Jaguars narrow their general manager search to five first-timers
1 month, 1 week ago

Jaguars narrow their general manager search to five first-timers

Associated Press  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars have narrowed their general manager search to five finalists, including current interim GM Ethan Waugh. The Jaguars will begin in-person interviews Wednesday, and the decision is expected to land the franchise a first-time GM to pair with a first-time head coach, a first-time offensive coordinator, a first-time defensive coordinator and a first-time executive vice …

Early 2025 NFL Power Rankings: Where do Eagles, Chiefs stand after Super Bowl?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Early 2025 NFL Power Rankings: Where do Eagles, Chiefs stand after Super Bowl?

New York Times  

The NFL has a new champion for the first time in three years after the Philadelphia Eagles dismantled the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX. Kansas City Chiefs Post-regular season ranking: 3 What’s new? GO DEEPER Patrick Mahomes’ legacy, a shaken Chiefs dynasty and what comes next: Sando’s Pick Six Post-regular season ranking: 2 What’s new? Los Angeles …

Cowboys’ Brian Schottenheimer selects Klayton Adams as offensive coordinator: Source
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cowboys’ Brian Schottenheimer selects Klayton Adams as offensive coordinator: Source

New York Times  

New Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer continued filling out his staff on Friday by adding former Arizona Cardinals offensive line coach Klayton Adams as the team’s new offensive coordinator, a team source confirmed Friday. Dallas started two rookies on the offensive line last season: left tackle Tyler Guyton and center Cooper Beebe. Adams marks Dallas’ latest key offseason addition …

Mike McCarthy withdraws from Saints’ coaching search and won’t coach in 2025, AP source says
2 months ago

Mike McCarthy withdraws from Saints’ coaching search and won’t coach in 2025, AP source says

Associated Press  

Mike McCarthy has decided against coaching in 2025, removing himself as a candidate to fill the NFL’s last remaining head coaching vacancy with the New Orleans Saints. McCarthy is the third high-profile candidate to pull out of the Saints’ search, joining Buffalo offensive coordinator Joe Brady and Washington offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury. New Orleans’ remaining candidates include Philadelphia offensive coordinator …

Kliff Kingsbury to remain with Commanders, Mike McCarthy out for Saints’ coaching vacancy: Reports
2 months ago

Kliff Kingsbury to remain with Commanders, Mike McCarthy out for Saints’ coaching vacancy: Reports

New York Times  

Kliff Kingsbury will remain the Washington Commanders’ offensive coordinator despite interest from the New Orleans Saints and other teams during this head-coaching cycle, according to multiple reports. Former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy also will not be the Saints’ new head coach this season, according to multiple reports. pic.twitter.com/fgZ8yQgHC3 — New Orleans Saints January 28, 2025 New York Giants …

Hirings of Jets’ Glenn and Patriots’ Vrabel give NFL 5 teams with coaches who once played for them
2 months ago

Hirings of Jets’ Glenn and Patriots’ Vrabel give NFL 5 teams with coaches who once played for them

Associated Press  

Aaron Glenn had no doubts about where he wanted to go once the New York Jets’ head-coaching job became available. “I interviewed for a number of them, but I wanted this job.” With the hirings of Glenn and Mike Vrabel by the New England Patriots during this cycle, the NFL has five coaches who once played for the teams they’re …

Bills OC Joe Brady pulls out of Saints’ HC search, will remain with Buffalo: Source
2 months ago

Bills OC Joe Brady pulls out of Saints’ HC search, will remain with Buffalo: Source

New York Times  

As the Buffalo Bills approach the AFC title game this weekend, Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady has opted to take himself out of consideration for the New Orleans Saints head-coaching job and remain with Buffalo, a team source confirmed Saturday. Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Saints wanted to conduct a second interview with Brady, as well as Philadelphia Eagles …

Raiders hire Pete Carroll as next head coach
2 months ago

Raiders hire Pete Carroll as next head coach

New York Times  

The Las Vegas Raiders have hired Pete Carroll as the team’s next head coach on a three-year deal, league sources confirmed Friday. Carroll led the Seahawks to another NFC West title and NFC Championship Game win in the 2014 season before Seattle lost to the New England Patriots 28-24 in a second consecutive Super Bowl appearance. Three days after the …

Who will Raiders coach Pete Carroll hire to his staff? Potential candidates for OC, DC
2 months ago

Who will Raiders coach Pete Carroll hire to his staff? Potential candidates for OC, DC

New York Times  

After firing coach Antonio Pierce on Jan. 7, the Las Vegas Raiders initially sought a replacement who is young, up-and-coming and offensive-minded: Ben Johnson. GO DEEPER What coaching candidate Pete Carroll could bring to the table for the Raiders Offensive coordinator Let’s start with the Seahawks connections. Miami Dolphins quarterbacks coach Darrell Bevell is the likeliest candidate to land the …

49ers hire Robert Saleh for second stint as defensive coordinator
2 months ago

49ers hire Robert Saleh for second stint as defensive coordinator

New York Times  

By Matt Barrows, Michael Silver and Zack Rosenblatt Welcome back, Robert Saleh. ALL GAS, NO BRAKE 😤 — San Francisco 49ers January 25, 2025 Saleh, who was fired in October as the New York Jets head coach five games into his fourth season, generated interest on the head-coaching front and was seen as one of the frontrunners for the Jacksonville …

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel tabs longtime Belichick assistant Josh McDaniels as offensive coordinator
2 months ago

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel tabs longtime Belichick assistant Josh McDaniels as offensive coordinator

Associated Press  

The New England Patriots have hired former Las Vegas Raiders and Denver Broncos head coach Josh McDaniels as their new offensive coordinator — his third stint in that role with the team, but his first since the departure of longtime mentor Bill Belichick. The Patriots, who named Mike Vrabel as coach this month, also hired Terrell Williams, who spent six …

Cowboys interview their offensive coordinator, Brian Schottenheimer, in coach search
2 months, 1 week ago

Cowboys interview their offensive coordinator, Brian Schottenheimer, in coach search

Associated Press  

The Dallas Cowboys completed an internal interview with offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer on Tuesday night in their search to replace former coach Mike McCarthy. The 51-year-old Schottenheimer, son of the late NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer, joined the Dallas staff as a consultant in 2022 and held the offensive coordinator title the past two seasons while McCarthy was the play-caller. The …

Bears hire Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach
2 months, 1 week ago

Bears hire Lions OC Ben Johnson as head coach

New York Times  

The Chicago Bears have hired Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their head coach, the team announced Tuesday, landing arguably the most highly coveted head-coaching candidate in the NFL as they aim to stop a four-year playoff drought. Chicago is turning to Johnson, one of the league’s fastest-rising offensive coaches, in hopes that pairing him with quarterback Caleb Williams …

Bears interview Mike McCarthy, Arthur Smith for head coaching job
2 months, 1 week ago

Bears interview Mike McCarthy, Arthur Smith for head coaching job

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears interviewed former Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy and Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for their head coaching job on Wednesday. Dallas was 12-5 each of the three years before that, but still hasn’t been past the divisional round of the NFC playoffs since its last Super Bowl at …

Bears interview former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears interview former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears interviewed former Stanford coach David Shaw for their head coaching job on Tuesday. The development of quarterback Caleb Williams will be the top priority for the next coach in the wake of the Bears’ fourth straight losing season. The list includes interim Bears coach Thomas Brown, former Carolina Panthers and Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera, Detroit Lions …

NFL teams are conducting long, extensive searches for their next head coaches
2 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL teams are conducting long, extensive searches for their next head coaches

Associated Press  

Mike Vrabel is in New England. He brought in former Oklahoma coach Barry Switzer six years after he last coached and they won the franchise’s last Super Bowl 29 years ago with a team Johnson assembled. The Raiders have scheduled interviews with Carroll, Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, Broncos DC Vance Joseph, Ravens OC Todd …

For teams chasing hot offensive coaching candidates: Don’t fool yourselves
2 months, 2 weeks ago

For teams chasing hot offensive coaching candidates: Don’t fool yourselves

New York Times  

Teams seeking new head coaches absolutely should consider the most successful offensive coordinators. Sean McDermott, Buffalo Bills: McDermott has never called offensive plays, but he’s had top-five offenses in Buffalo with three offensive coordinators. Todd Bowles, Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Bowles has never called offensive plays, but he’s had top-10 offenses in consecutive years with different offensive coordinators. Dan Quinn, Washington …

Cowboys coach candidates: Ben Johnson and other names Dallas should consider
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cowboys coach candidates: Ben Johnson and other names Dallas should consider

New York Times  

Jerry Jones once famously said 500 coaches could have won Super Bowls with those early 1990s Dallas Cowboys teams. Searching for postseason success COACH YEARS W-L POSTSEASON Mike McCarthy 2020-24 49-35 1-3 Jason Garrett 2010-19 85-67 2-3 Wade Phillips 2007-10 34-22 1-2 Bill Parcells 2003-06 34-30 0-2 Dave Campo 2000-02 15-33 0-0 Chan Gailey 1998-99 18-14 0-2 There is not …

NFL coaches vote on best job openings: A clear No. 1 plus Jaguars, Patriots in top 3
2 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL coaches vote on best job openings: A clear No. 1 plus Jaguars, Patriots in top 3

New York Times  

Nearly a week into the NFL hiring cycle, a trend that emerged in recent years has already been reinforced: Everyone wants to interview everyone. “But he hasn’t shown the ability to elevate, and your build is both defined and prohibited by the way he is compensated.” Some eyebrows were raised this week when the Jaguars retained general manager Trent Baalke, …

49ers interview Robert Saleh and Deshea Townsend for defensive coordinator job
2 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers interview Robert Saleh and Deshea Townsend for defensive coordinator job

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers began their search for a new defensive coordinator Thursday by interviewing Robert Saleh for a second stint at the job and Detroit Lions assistant Deshea Townsend. The Niners fired Nick Sorensen earlier this week after just one season in the role and are seeking their fourth defensive coordinator in the past four …

Bears interview Mike Vrabel for their head coaching job
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bears interview Mike Vrabel for their head coaching job

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bears interviewed former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel for their head coaching job on Wednesday. The 2019 team advanced to the AFC championship game, losing to Patrick Mahomes and the eventual Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. Former Seattle coach Pete Carroll, Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, Buffalo offensive coordinator Joe Brady …

Is the next Sean McVay out there for NFL teams seeking a new head coach?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Is the next Sean McVay out there for NFL teams seeking a new head coach?

Associated Press  

Many NFL teams hope to land the next Sean McVay when they seek a new head coach. He’s led them to one Super Bowl title in two appearances, four NFC West championships, six playoff berths and seven winning seasons in eight years. Johnson, who became the offensive coordinator in 2022, has guided one of the most prolific units over the …

Assessing Bears coaching candidates: Ben Johnson, Mike Vrabel and wild cards
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Assessing Bears coaching candidates: Ben Johnson, Mike Vrabel and wild cards

New York Times  

Another Chicago Bears season without a playoff appearance is over. Mike Vrabel, former Titans head coach Jahns: If you’re not looking for an offensive mind, Vrabel is by far the best candidate on the market. Aaron Glenn, Lions defensive coordinator Jahns: If we’re ranking defensive candidates, Glenn would seem to be behind Vrabel and Flores because he lacks head coaching …

NFL’s next coaching cycle will feature an impressive list of candidates: Analysis
3 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL’s next coaching cycle will feature an impressive list of candidates: Analysis

Associated Press  

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, …

Bill Belichick interviews for shock head coaching position as he eyes bombshell return to football
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bill Belichick interviews for shock head coaching position as he eyes bombshell return to football

Daily Mail  

Bill Belichick has interviewed for a hugely unexpected potential new role, according to a report. But according to Inside Carolina, Belichick has now interviewed for the University of North Carolina's head coaching job, in what would be a surprising return route back to football. Bill Belichick has surprisingly interviewed for UNC's head coaching job, per a new report Belichick has …

NFL Coach of the Year odds: Dan Campbell favored, Mike Tomlin and Kevin O’Connell rising
3 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL Coach of the Year odds: Dan Campbell favored, Mike Tomlin and Kevin O’Connell rising

New York Times  

Usually, by the time Thanksgiving rolls around, there are only one or two main candidates in the NFL Coach of the Year discussion who have separated themselves from the pack. From a betting perspective, the NFL COY is another awards market available for wagers at most sportsbooks around the U.S. At BetMGM, the Detroit Lions’ Dan Campbell is the current …

Russini’s what I’m hearing: This NFL coach hiring cycle is going to be huge
4 months, 1 week ago

Russini’s what I’m hearing: This NFL coach hiring cycle is going to be huge

New York Times  

The judge, jury and executioner wants back in. This is what I’m hearing from around the league this week: • The upcoming coaching cycle could be very big — three themes to remember and the buzziest name as flirting season begins • The Jets could have decisions on their quarterback, coach and GM — just as their owner is leaving …

Bill Belichick, Mike Vrabel, Deion Sanders top star-studded 2025 NFL head coach candidate list
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bill Belichick, Mike Vrabel, Deion Sanders top star-studded 2025 NFL head coach candidate list

New York Times  

Two teams, the New York Jets and New Orleans Saints, have already fired their head coaches, and they surely won’t be the last teams to make a change at the top. Perhaps teams will look at Dan Quinn’s early success with the Washington Commanders and think Spagnuolo could be a comparable example as a second-time head coach who would inject …

Will Bill Belichick return to coaching? Bill Cowher, his longtime NFL friend and adversary, thinks so
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Will Bill Belichick return to coaching? Bill Cowher, his longtime NFL friend and adversary, thinks so

New York Times  

Bill Cowher could author a dissertation on leaving the NFL as an uber-successful coach and finding an equally successful second act in sports broadcasting. But if you ask him for a prediction about whether Bill Belichick will follow in his footsteps, Cowher says he expects to see the former New England Patriots coach on an NFL sideline next season. “I …

How the NFL playoff picture could change, plus where Belichick and Vrabel could land
4 months, 2 weeks ago

How the NFL playoff picture could change, plus where Belichick and Vrabel could land

New York Times  

This article is from Scoop City, The Athletic’s daily NFL newsletter. As for us, we’re covering: Playoff bracket in flux Anthony Richardson’s return Head coaches to hire Tonight’s game preview Early look: Playoff jockeying, based on schedules At this point last season, the Jaguars, Seahawks, Saints and Vikings were all in line for the playoffs. The biggest test will be …

Intel on all 32 NFL teams, Russ skepticism, Davante Adams trade talk and more
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Intel on all 32 NFL teams, Russ skepticism, Davante Adams trade talk and more

New York Times  

After speaking with dozens of sources around the NFL this summer, I compiled intel on all 32 teams. New England Patriots: There’s curiosity among rival teams with the way head coach Jerod Mayo publicly handled the quarterback battle between Jacoby Brissett and Drake Maye. AFC West Denver Broncos: Rivals have a decent amount of faith in head coach Sean Payton’s …

Will Bill Belichick coach again? A hoodie-shaped cloud looms over NFL in 2024
7 months ago

Will Bill Belichick coach again? A hoodie-shaped cloud looms over NFL in 2024

New York Times  

Bill Belichick will cast a large shadow over the NFL throughout the 2024 season. In fact, when the Eagles practiced in Foxboro this month, a fan yelled at Sirianni that Belichick would be taking his job next year, so he’s already privy to the noise. Patriots fan just yelled at Nick Sirianni “Hey Sirianni, Bill is taking your job next …

At least 9 playoff teams from the 2023 NFL season enter this year with new play-callers
7 months ago

At least 9 playoff teams from the 2023 NFL season enter this year with new play-callers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Kyle Shanahan’s decision to bring in an outsider to run the San Francisco 49ers defense backfired last season when the previously dominant unit took a step back in 2023 under Steve Wilks. The other new play-callers for teams that made the postseason in 2023 are offensive coordinators Liam Coen in Tampa Bay and Arthur Smith in …

Jim Harbaugh has best track record of 8 new head coaches but Morris has better shot at playoffs
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Jim Harbaugh has best track record of 8 new head coaches but Morris has better shot at playoffs

Associated Press  

At least one NFL team with a new coach has reached the playoffs every year since the 2006 season. DAVE CANALES After helping Baker Mayfield revive his career in Tampa Bay in one season as the Buccaneers’ offensive coordinator, Canales is aiming to engineer another dramatic turnaround in Carolina. MIKE MACDONALD The Seattle Seahawks went 9-8 last season before Pete …

Pivotal NFL season on tap for coaches with Saints, Giants, Jets, Bears, Cowboys and Eagles
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Pivotal NFL season on tap for coaches with Saints, Giants, Jets, Bears, Cowboys and Eagles

Associated Press  

IRVINE, Calif. — Recent changes made by New Orleans Saints third-year coach Dennis Allen reflect the urgency surrounding his employment situation. “It’s not all going to be just the way it was,” said Allen, who’s gone 16-18, without a playoff bid, in two seasons since his predecessor and former boss, Sean Payton, left the club. “We have those conversations, but …

Bill Belichick REJECTED NFL coaching job this summer as he prepares for new TV role next season
8 months ago

Bill Belichick REJECTED NFL coaching job this summer as he prepares for new TV role next season

Daily Mail  

Bill Belichick rejected an NFL coaching offer this offseason after parting ways with the Patriots, it has been revealed. However, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has now shared that he offered Belichick a defensive coordinator role - a position which the legendary coach 'politely' declined. Bill Belichick 'politely' rejected a coaching offer from Kyle Shanahan, the latter said Belichick and …

NaVorro Bowman is transitioning from All-Pro linebacker to Chargers assistant coach
10 months ago

NaVorro Bowman is transitioning from All-Pro linebacker to Chargers assistant coach

Associated Press  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — NaVorro Bowman was able to see as a player how quickly Jim Harbaugh could turn a team into a Super Bowl contender. “Being able to understand message and get his nod, his approval on how I played, it’s my job to get guys to play that way and do the things that he expects us to …

Defense becomes focus of NFL draft in Round 2 after Bills and Chargers get receivers early
11 months ago

Defense becomes focus of NFL draft in Round 2 after Bills and Chargers get receivers early

Associated Press  

Defense became the focus of the NFL draft on Friday night after a record-setting 23 offensive players were selected in the first round. The Commanders then took Illinois defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton and a total of 20 defensive players went in a round that saw seven trades as teams were wheeling and dealing to get their guy. After Florida State …

Rams add former Eagles, Bears defensive coordinator Sean Desai to Sean McVay’s coaching staff
1 year ago

Rams add former Eagles, Bears defensive coordinator Sean Desai to Sean McVay’s coaching staff

Associated Press  

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Former NFL defensive coordinator Sean Desai joined the Los Angeles Rams’ coaching staff as a senior assistant on Friday. Schluplinski was the Raiders’ tight ends coach last season, and he won three Super Bowl rings during a six-year stint on the New England Patriots’ coaching staff. Desai and Schluplinski are the eighth and ninth new coaches …

Vikings at the NFL Scouting Combine: What we’re hearing about their offseason plans
1 year ago

Vikings at the NFL Scouting Combine: What we’re hearing about their offseason plans

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — After a while, the days and nights at the NFL Scouting Combine blend together. Here’s what we heard about the Minnesota Vikings in Indianapolis, ranging from the future of quarterback Kirk Cousins to potential defensive upgrades this offseason: 1. Hiring McCown as quarterbacks coach is a multifaceted move In 2015, Josh McCown first met Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell …

Iowa State promotes tight ends coach Taylor Mouser to offensive coordinator as part of staff shuffle
1 year ago

Iowa State promotes tight ends coach Taylor Mouser to offensive coordinator as part of staff shuffle

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! AMES, Iowa — Iowa State assistant Taylor Mouser has been promoted to offensive coordinator as part of staff changes following Nate Scheelhaase’s departure for the Los Angeles Rams, Cyclones coach Matt Campbell announced Friday. Mouser replaces Scheelhaase, who joined the Rams’ staff last month, and will …

Sean McVay’s Rams coaching staff revamp continues to take shape
1 year, 1 month ago

Sean McVay’s Rams coaching staff revamp continues to take shape

LA Times  

With Zac Robinson having left to become offensive coordinator of the Atlanta Falcons, Rams coach Sean McVay is making moves to fill out his staff. Dave Ragone, most recently the Falcons’ offensive coordinator, will be the new quarterbacks coach and Nate Scheelhaase, Iowa State’s offensive coordinator, will be the pass game specialist, a person with knowledge of the situation not …

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