According to senior NFL reporter Albert Breer, head coach Mike LaFleur will retain Nick Rallis as defensive coordinator.

LaFleur, who was hired last month to replace Gannon, has faced many of the typical decisions that come with being a first-year head coach — whether to overhaul the staff or maintain some continuity. It appears he’s doing a bit of both, keeping at least one coordinator who has already been with the organization.

The other coordinator positions have also been filled, with Nathaniel Hackett taking over offensive duties and Michael Ghobrial handling special teams.

Oct 8, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett before the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Rallis’ retention suggests LaFleur values familiarity on defense while overseeing a broader offensive revamp.

Many Cardinals fans have already shared their thoughts on the new coaching staff and what they hope the group can bring to an organization seeking consistency.

Caustiously optimistic? Hackett seems very popular and respected amongst the league, Rallis was highly thought of until mid season last year, hopefully he turns it around. Never heard of the ST coach, I’m sure he’s fine

— James Robertson (@robertzone14) February 13, 2026

Not great, but happy to give LaFleur the benefit of the doubt. If the defense liked playing for Rallis hopefully it’ll work out. I think they more gave up on JG’s poor game management the last half of the season.

— Andy (@theandy1) February 13, 2026

A lot better than most of us fans, rallis did great year 1 and 2 then fell apart year 3 so idk how to feel about him Hackett doesn’t matter much since Mike’s calling plays, and ghorbrial don’t know much, but anything is surely better than Jeff rodgers last season

— Boogle (@Boogleforger) February 13, 2026

Arizona Cardinals new head coach Mike LaFleur at a news conference on Feb. 3, 2026, at Arizona Cardinals training center in Tempe. © Rob Schumacher/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

With LaFleur’s staff now in place for next season, all eyes will be on their performance and whether they can lift Arizona out of a few struggle-filled seasons and guide the team back to success.