Russini’s what I’m hearing: This NFL coach hiring cycle is going to be huge
1 month, 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 • Twenty-three million reasons Daniel Jones might have taken his last snap as a Giant • What’s behind the Ravens’ defensive struggles • The Bengals should have learned some roster-building things from the champs • It’s Anthony Richardson again in Indy — what does that mean for Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard? • It’s too early to say whether Ben Johnson, the Detroit Lions’ highly regarded offensive coordinator, will become a head coach, but he is widely considered one of the top candidates. I’ve had multiple coaches and front office members point to the Ravens feeling the loss of their defensive trio of coaches: former defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald, former defensive backs coach Dennard Wilson and former defensive line coach Anthony Weaver. By benching Anthony Richardson, the fourth pick of the 2023 draft, and replacing him with 39-year-old Joe Flacco, coach Shane Steichen — and, by extension, embattled general manager Chris Ballard — were trying to save Indy’s season, and possibly their jobs.

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NFL world reacts with excitement, surprise, questions after Bill Belichick is hired to coach UNC
Top News
1 week, 3 days ago

NFL world reacts with excitement, surprise, questions after Bill Belichick is hired to coach UNC

Associated Press  

Minutes after the University of North Carolina announced it had hired Bill Belichick as its next head football coach, the Tar Heels’ Instagram account posted a photo of the legendary NFL coach — at no more than 3 years old — sitting in the UNC bleachers. “I think he’s going to do good,” said Patriots receiver Kendrick Bourne, who played …

‘I didn’t come here to leave’: Famed NFL coach Bill Belichick unveiled as head football coach at North Carolina
1 week, 4 days ago

‘I didn’t come here to leave’: Famed NFL coach Bill Belichick unveiled as head football coach at North Carolina

CNN  

CNN — The Bill Belichick era at the University of North Carolina is officially underway. The famed coach recounted a story about his childhood in the Belichick household, where his first words were, “Beat Duke!” – the university’s bitter in-state rival. I love what I do, I love coaching, I love the interaction with the players, I love building a …

Bill Belichick named head football coach at North Carolina
1 week, 5 days ago

Bill Belichick named head football coach at North Carolina

CNN  

CNN — Bill Belichick is on to UNC. Bill Belichick holds up the Vince Lombardi Trophy after coaching the New England Patriots to a Super Bowl win in 2004. Jeff Haynes/AFP/Getty Images Belichick, right, coaches alongside New York Giants head coach Bill Parcells during a playoff game in 1984. Belichick made nine Super Bowl appearances as the Patriots' head coach, …

NFL’s next coaching cycle will feature an impressive list of candidates: Analysis
2 weeks, 3 days 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, …

Football fans all make the same joke about Bill Belichick interviewing for the North Carolina job
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Football fans all make the same joke about Bill Belichick interviewing for the North Carolina job

Daily Mail  

The revelation that legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick has interviewed for North Carolina's vacant head-coaching position has been met with the inevitable jokes about his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson. But according to Inside Carolina, Belichick has now interviewed for UNC's head-coaching job, in what would be a surprising return route back to football. The 72-year-old has been dating Hudson, a …

Six-time Super Bowl champion Bill Belichick reportedly interviews for UNC head coaching job
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Six-time Super Bowl champion Bill Belichick reportedly interviews for UNC head coaching job

CNN  

CNN — Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick interviewed with the University of North Carolina for its head football coaching job, according to multiple reports. The six-time Super Bowl winner hasn’t coached since he and the Patriots parted ways after 24 seasons earlier this year, bringing an end to one of the greatest head coaching runs in NFL …

Plenty of former NFL coordinators have found a home as assistants in Big Ten
3 months, 1 week ago

Plenty of former NFL coordinators have found a home as assistants in Big Ten

Associated Press  

It turns out the revolving door sending college coaches to the NFL also works in the other direction. It’s never easy regardless of whether it’s the pro, it’s college or high school because everybody accepts or retains information differently.” One more NFL coordinator from 2023 joined a Big Ten staff just before the start of the season when Wisconsin hired …

Bill Belichick REJECTED NFL coaching job this summer as he prepares for new TV role next season
4 months, 4 weeks 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 …

One pressing question for every new NFL defensive play caller in 2024
6 months, 2 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 …

Commanders finalize their coaching staff, hire ex-Eagles OC Brian Johnson as pass game coordinator
10 months, 1 week ago

Commanders finalize their coaching staff, hire ex-Eagles OC Brian Johnson as pass game coordinator

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders finalized their coaching staff Thursday, hiring former Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Brian Johnson and several others. Also working under offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury are tight ends coach David Raih, who came from Tampa Bay, and David Blough, a QB who was on Detroit’s practice squad last season. I think whoever the quarterback is, he’ll …

New Titans coach Brian Callahan leaning on diversity with first-time coordinators
10 months, 1 week ago

New Titans coach Brian Callahan leaning on diversity with first-time coordinators

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans’ new coaching staff is a mix of old and new, family, friends and even former high school teammates. First-time head coach Brian Callahan drives to work each morning with his father, the longtime NFL coach now working with his son as the Titans’ new offensive line coach. “But it’s been a lot of fun …

Why NFL execs, coaches view Jim Harbaugh, Raheem Morris as coaching cycle’s best hires
10 months, 1 week ago

Why NFL execs, coaches view Jim Harbaugh, Raheem Morris as coaching cycle’s best hires

New York Times  

Jim Harbaugh wasn’t just a splash hire because of his star status. “We’ll see.” Raheem Morris, who easily came in second place on the ballot, has a sterling reputation around the league, and it became fairly obvious in recent years he’d get another head coaching opportunity. Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay has been advocating for Morris to get …

Moore's hire at Michigan gives advocates hope that Black coaches at bluebloods can become the norm
10 months, 1 week ago

Moore's hire at Michigan gives advocates hope that Black coaches at bluebloods can become the norm

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Willingham, 70, said the topic of Black coaches’ previous lack of access …

Dan Quinn: Eric Bieniemy won’t be on Commanders’ staff
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Dan Quinn: Eric Bieniemy won’t be on Commanders’ staff

New York Times  

New Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Monday that Eric Bieniemy, who just completed his first season as the team’s offensive coordinator, will not be on the team’s staff moving forward. I wish EB nothing but the best.” Quinn and the Commanders are hiring former Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury as the team’s offensive coordinator. Bieniemy joined former Washington coach …

Raiders hiring Kliff Kingsbury as offensive coordinator, AP source says
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Raiders hiring Kliff Kingsbury as offensive coordinator, AP source says

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — The Las Vegas Raiders are hiring former Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury to be their offensive coordinator, a person informed of the decision told The Associated Press on Thursday night. The Raiders pick 13th in this year’s quarterback-deep draft, but the top names likely will be gone by the time Las Vegas’ spot comes up. Arizona went …

Why Bill Belichick, perhaps the greatest coach in NFL history, didn’t land a job
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Bill Belichick, perhaps the greatest coach in NFL history, didn’t land a job

New York Times  

Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick smiled as they stood in front of a packed auditorium Jan. 11 at Gillette Stadium and emotionally recalled some of their fondest memories from their historic 24-year union with the New England Patriots. For all the positives Belichick could bring to a new organization, numerous sources around the league, granted anonymity to speak freely without …

Washington Commanders hiring Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn as coach, AP sources say
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Washington Commanders hiring Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn as coach, AP sources say

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders have an agreement with Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn to hire him as coach, according to two people with knowledge of the decision. He became Washington’s choice after Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, considered a top candidate, told teams Tuesday he was staying with Detroit and the Seahawks hired Baltimore defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald on Wednesday. …

Seahawks hire Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald as new coach
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks hire Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald as new coach

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — It was a defensive-centric head coach that brought the Seattle Seahawks their only Super Bowl title. The Seahawks are hoping a newer — albeit much younger — version can return them to the elite of the NFL after hiring Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald as their new head coach on Wednesday. Macdonald, 36, arrives in Seattle …

Seattle Seahawks 'set to hire Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald as head coach' with the former Baltimore man now the NFL's youngest boss at age 36
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Seattle Seahawks 'set to hire Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald as head coach' with the former Baltimore man now the NFL's youngest boss at age 36

Daily Mail  

He replaces Pete Carroll at Seahawks' helm, who coached the team since 2010 Macdonald had spent the last two seasons as the Ravens defensive coordinator The Seattle Seahawks are reportedly set to hire Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald as the team's next head coach. The Seattle Seahawks are reportedly set to hire Mike Macdonald as their new head coach …

Lions OC Ben Johnson is staying, turning down possible chance to be NFL head coach, AP sources say
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions OC Ben Johnson is staying, turning down possible chance to be NFL head coach, AP sources say

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has decided to stay with the team and turn down potential opportunities to be an NFL head coach next season, leading the Washington Commanders and Seattle Seahawks to turn to other candidates. Johnson, 37, and Glenn helped coach Dan Campbell and the Lions win twice in the same playoffs for the first …

Browns hire former quarterback Ken Dorsey as their offensive coordinator, AP source says
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Browns hire former quarterback Ken Dorsey as their offensive coordinator, AP source says

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Ken Dorsey has control of Cleveland’s offense again. The former Browns quarterback — and former Buffalo coordinator — has been hired by coach Kevin Stefanski as the team’s offensive coordinator, a person familiar with the hiring told The Associated Press on Sunday. Along with running Cleveland’s offense, Dorsey will be tasked with getting all he can out of …

Browns hire Jacques Cesaire as defensive line coach, search for OC continues, AP source says
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Browns hire Jacques Cesaire as defensive line coach, search for OC continues, AP source says

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Myles Garrett has got another new coach. The Cleveland Browns have hired Jacques Cesaire as their defensive line coach to work with Garrett, the favorite to win AP Defensive Player of the Year, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press on Saturday. The Browns have interviewed five candidates, including Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, former …

If Bill Belichick doesn’t get a coaching job now, which teams might hire him in 2025?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

If Bill Belichick doesn’t get a coaching job now, which teams might hire him in 2025?

New York Times  

Bill Belichick is a free agent for the first time this century. So it’s looking more and more like Belichick, who has been chasing Don Shula’s all-time wins record, might not be an NFL coach in 2024 for the first time in 49 years. The quarterback needed a break from Belichick’s intense and exhausting coaching style, so he left New …

Bill Belichick now has just TWO chances to return to the NFL next season after Atlanta snub... as the legendary coach struggles to find a new team after leaving the Patriots
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Bill Belichick now has just TWO chances to return to the NFL next season after Atlanta snub... as the legendary coach struggles to find a new team after leaving the Patriots

Daily Mail  

Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick has just two more chances to secure employment for next season after two interviews with the Falcons led to nothing. Bill Belichick has two more chances to secure a head coaching job in the NFL next season The Seattle Seahawks continue to search for a head coach after Pete Carroll stepped down …

Former Titans head coach Mike Vrabel scheduled to interview with Panthers, AP source says
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Former Titans head coach Mike Vrabel scheduled to interview with Panthers, AP source says

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel is scheduled to interview with the Carolina Panthers on Thursday for their head coaching position, according to a person familiar with situation. The NFL Network reported that the Panthers were conducting second interviews with Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales and Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris on …

Falcons interview former Titans coach Mike Vrabel, meet again with Carolina assistant Ejiro Evero
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Falcons interview former Titans coach Mike Vrabel, meet again with Carolina assistant Ejiro Evero

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel had an in-person interview with the Atlanta Falcons to discuss their head coaching vacancy on Wednesday. Earlier Wednesday, the Falcons met again with Carolina defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, who joined Rams assistant Raheem Morris and former Patriots coach Bill Belichick in receiving second interviews. The Falcons have interviewed Detroit Lions offensive coordinator …

Titans hire Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan as their head coach
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Titans hire Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan as their head coach

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans have hired Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan as their head coach, tasked with trying to turn them back into winners and groom Will Levis into their franchise quarterback. They moved quickly Monday when the NFL window opened for second in-person interviews of current coaches after the divisional playoff round, making him the first …

Tennessee Titans 'will hire Brian Callahan as next head coach' after his five-season stint as Bengals offensive coordinator
11 months ago

Tennessee Titans 'will hire Brian Callahan as next head coach' after his five-season stint as Bengals offensive coordinator

Daily Mail  

The first external head-coaching hire of 2024 has taken place, with the Tennessee Titans set to bring aboard Brian Callahan to be its next head coach. Now, Callahan will stay in the AFC, after completing a five-year run as the Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator. Bill Callahan was an NFL and college head coach, leading the then-Oakland Raiders to Super Bowl …

Titans agree to hire Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan as head coach, AP source says
11 months ago

Titans agree to hire Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan as head coach, AP source says

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans have agreed to hire Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan as their head coach, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Monday. This season, Callahan helped former practice squad quarterback Jake Browning go 4-3 as a starter after a season-ending injury to Burrow, keeping the Bengals in the playoff mix …

Atlanta Falcons complete a second interview with former Patriots coach Bill Belichick
11 months ago

Atlanta Falcons complete a second interview with former Patriots coach Bill Belichick

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Bill Belichick completed his second coaching interview with the Atlanta Falcons on Friday, moving closer to joining the franchise that endured its biggest disappointment with him on the opposite sideline. The Falcons also met virtually with Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, but all eyes were on Belichick amid reports that he was the team’s top choice and …

Steelers taking a new approach at offensive coordinator? Whom might they target?
11 months ago

Steelers taking a new approach at offensive coordinator? Whom might they target?

New York Times  

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin will remain in his seat for the foreseeable future, with a contract extension expected before next season. During his season-ending news conference Thursday, Tomlin said he’s in the “infancy” stages of searching for a new offensive coordinator. “But I’m looking at outside candidates.” GO DEEPER Tomlin addresses job status, calls Pickett QB1 with competition Unlike when …

Dallas coordinator Dan Quinn 5th to interview for the Titans’ coaching job
11 months ago

Dallas coordinator Dan Quinn 5th to interview for the Titans’ coaching job

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans interviewed Dallas defensive coordinator Dan Quinn virtually Wednesday night, making him the fifth to interview for their head coaching job. Quinn joins Las Vegas Raiders interim coach Antonio Pierce, Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald, Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan and Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka. Quinn has been Dallas’ coordinator since 2021, and …

Eagles’ Nick Sirianni, Jeffrey Lurie to meet to discuss 2024 plan: Sources
11 months ago

Eagles’ Nick Sirianni, Jeffrey Lurie to meet to discuss 2024 plan: Sources

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Brooks Kubena and Larry Holder Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni will meet with owner Jeffrey Lurie and will be expected to have a plan for how he will improve the team, league sources said. Sirianni and Eagles general manager Howie Roseman have been reaching out to available NFL coaches and coordinators, as well as coaching agents across …

Adam Peters takes over as Commanders GM. His first task is to hire a coach
11 months ago

Adam Peters takes over as Commanders GM. His first task is to hire a coach

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Adam Peters is already at work trying to find the next Washington Commanders coach, the first task for the team’s new general manager in what he believes is “not a total rebuild.” A group led by Peters and controlling owner Josh Harris is expected to hire a replacement for Ron Rivera within the next few weeks. Asked …

Bill Belichick interviews with Falcons for head coaching job
11 months, 1 week ago

Bill Belichick interviews with Falcons for head coaching job

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Bill Belichick signaled he’s ready to get back to coaching less than a week after parting with the New England Patriots, speaking with the Atlanta Falcons about their vacant position. The Falcons announced Monday night they have interviewed the 71-year-old Belichick, who left the Patriots on Thursday after 24 seasons and a record six Super Bowl championships. The …

Falcons interview Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald for head coaching job
11 months, 1 week ago

Falcons interview Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald for head coaching job

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons conducted a virtual interview with Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald, a former University of Georgia assistant, for their head coaching vacancy on Friday. The Falcons’ list of possible candidates is believed to include Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn and Ravens assistant head coach Anthony Weaver. Former Falcons interim …

Chargers interview an NFL offensive coordinator for head-coaching position
11 months, 1 week ago

Chargers interview an NFL offensive coordinator for head-coaching position

LA Times  

The Chargers announced Friday evening they interviewed Todd Monken for their head-coaching job. Monken, who turns 58 next month and has been in coaching for 3½ decades, is in his first season as Baltimore’s offensive coordinator. Since the Ravens are in the playoffs and don’t play until next week, the Chargers were able to interview Monken, doing so virtually. Monken …

NFL coach and GM tracker: From Jerod Mayo to Dan Quinn, the 2024 hiring cycle is complete
11 months, 1 week ago

NFL coach and GM tracker: From Jerod Mayo to Dan Quinn, the 2024 hiring cycle is complete

LA Times  

CHARGERS: Staley and Telesco were fired in mid-December after the Chargers lost five of six following a 4-4 start to the season. Others who interviewed include Patrick Graham, Todd Monken, Steve Wilks, Mike Macdonald and former Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator and Minnesota Vikings head coach Leslie Frazier. Four candidates were interviewed over Zoom by Jan. 12: Panthers interim head coach …

Key moments in Bill Belichick’s coaching career
11 months, 1 week ago

Key moments in Bill Belichick’s coaching career

Associated Press  

A timeline of key moments in Bill Belichick’s career: 1976 – He joined the Detroit Lions as an assistant special teams coach. New England makes a run to the Super Bowl and upsets the St. Louis Rams’ “Greatest Show on Turf” to win the Patriots’ first Super Bowl. 2011 season — The Patriots finish the regular season 13-3 and earn …

Bill Belichick out as Patriots coach after 24 seasons, 6 Super Bowls
11 months, 1 week ago

Bill Belichick out as Patriots coach after 24 seasons, 6 Super Bowls

New York Times  

Bill Belichick is out as New England Patriots coach after 24 seasons with the franchise, the team said Thursday, in a massive shakeup between a coach and franchise that for so long were synonymous with success. GO DEEPER Patriots hiring Jerod Mayo as coach to replace Bill Belichick Belichick is unarguably one of the most successful coaches in NFL history, …

Brian Flores isn’t afraid and isn’t looking back — how about the rest of the NFL?
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Brian Flores isn’t afraid and isn’t looking back — how about the rest of the NFL?

New York Times  

Brian Flores swiveled in a chair and repeated the question. “Coach Belichick doesn’t have six hours to sit there and look for a player,” said Tim Pichette, who worked alongside Flores on “the back-row crew.” “We trimmed the fat. The day after that win, Ross fired Flores, saying “an organization can only function if it’s collaborative and works well together.” …

Panthers request interviews with 9 coaching candidates, 8 GM candidates after firing Scott Fitterer
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Panthers request interviews with 9 coaching candidates, 8 GM candidates after firing Scott Fitterer

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers need a head coach and a general manager — and they already have plenty of potential candidates. “As we move forward with the new direction for our franchise, I have made the decision that Scott Fitterer will no longer serve as our general manager,” Panthers owner David Tepper said in statement. The Panthers announced …

Russini: What I’m hearing about the NFL coaching carousel entering Week 18
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Russini: What I’m hearing about the NFL coaching carousel entering Week 18

New York Times  

Most of my conversations around the NFL this past week centered on coach and general manager firings that are expected to go down early Monday. GO DEEPER NFL's Black Monday stories: 'For the coaches and families, it’s an absolute nightmare' The conversations around the league during the last month have really changed. Though this season started with promise, new owner …

Nguyen: Why defensive candidates could ace out offensive for NFL head-coach openings
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Nguyen: Why defensive candidates could ace out offensive for NFL head-coach openings

New York Times  

One thing’s been clear in the past five years when NFL teams have hired head coaches: Offense has been the desired side of the ball. In the Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia’s article 10 Rules for Hiring a Head Coach, one rule is prioritizing offensive efficiency because in the past 10 years, 35 of the 40 teams that participated in their conference …

Mike Macdonald’s defense in Baltimore has him rising as a possible head coaching candidate
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Mike Macdonald’s defense in Baltimore has him rising as a possible head coaching candidate

Associated Press  

— The question was like an opponent’s play call on a key third down. Baltimore’s defensive coordinator was asked this week how he handles being mentioned as a possible head coaching candidate after this season. We wanted to do it together as a staff and be a collaboration, and so to have that opportunity to have your name come up …

Examining NFL’s 3 coaching vacancies and 9 other teams facing decisions: Sando’s Pick Six
1 year ago

Examining NFL’s 3 coaching vacancies and 9 other teams facing decisions: Sando’s Pick Six

New York Times  

Cover 7 | Monday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. While turning over football operations to Bill Belichick would go against the Chargers’ established ways, working out a deal with the Patriots could include New England paying much of the coach’s salary. “Pierce could get that job because there isn’t a lead guy you …

News Analysis: Who might Chargers pursue to coach? Some familiar names are surfacing
1 year ago

News Analysis: Who might Chargers pursue to coach? Some familiar names are surfacing

LA Times  

So where do the Chargers go from here? A lot of people in NFL circles didn’t put much stock in the rumors that Tom Brady would wind up with the Chargers, or Sean Payton as coach, or now Bill Belichick coming to Los Angeles. Few coaches drive fan interest as much as Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh, who not only played for …

Russini: What I’m hearing in NFL Week 13 on the Panthers, Bears, Shaq Leonard and more
1 year ago

Russini: What I’m hearing in NFL Week 13 on the Panthers, Bears, Shaq Leonard and more

New York Times  

There is one thing that money can’t buy. He needs it most in this area because he’s 5-10.” • Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero was never approached by Tepper to take over the interim head coach position, a league source said. Though it could still always happen, I don’t foresee any in-season firings, but in five weeks, I expect multiple …

Who could Panthers target as next head coach? Jim Harbaugh, Belichick and more candidates
1 year ago

Who could Panthers target as next head coach? Jim Harbaugh, Belichick and more candidates

New York Times  

Frank Reich is out and Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper is looking for his fourth head coach in six years. GO DEEPER Panthers' anemic offense and 1-10 record led to only choice — firing Frank Reich When Steve Wilks was up for the Panthers’ job last winter, he hoped to bring Johnson in as his offensive coordinator. Steve Wilks, San …

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