Updated Jan. 11, 2026, 12:32 a.m. ET
Atlanta Falcons owner and chairman Arthur Blank opted to make sweeping changes after his team missed the playoffs for an eighth straight season. Blank cleaned house, firing head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot within a few hours of the team’s season finale.
The Falcons named Matt Ryan the team’s president of football on Saturday, and the former league MVP will help guide Blank in hiring the right head coach-general manager combo to lead this team back to the postseason. Ultimately, both positions will answer to Ryan, so he’s working hard to get it right.
Follow along with every interview, update and rumor on the Falcons’ search for a new head coach and GM using our live tracker below.
Falcons’ completed head coach interviews | As of Jan. 10 (10:25 p.m. ET)Klint Kubiak (Seahawks OC)Anthony Weaver (Dolphins DC)Aden Durde (Seahawks DC)Expert NFL picks: Exclusive betting insights only at USA TODAY.Falcons complete interview with Seahawks DC Aden Durde | Jan. 10 (10:25 p.m. ET)
The Falcons completed an interview with Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Aden Durde for their head coach vacancy on Saturday evening, the team announced. Durde helped guide a dominant Seahawks defense to the No. 1 seed in the NFC. Seattle’s versatile scheme has been tough for opposing offenses to figure out this season and Durde is starting to generate some buzz around the league with eight head coach openings available.
Falcons complete interview with Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak | Jan. 10
The Falcons have completed their interview with Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, the team announced on Saturday afternoon. It’s the second interview Atlanta has completed since hiring Matt Ryan as the new president of football. Kubiak is expected to be a hot name during the 2026 hiring cycle after the Seahawks’ impressive 14-3 season. Seattle’s balanced offensive attack finished third in points per game last season, averaging 28.4 points per contest.
Falcons to interview Seahawks DC Aden Durde (report) | Jan. 10
According to a report from NFL Network’s Pelissero, the Falcons will also interview Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Aden Durde for their head coaching vacancy. Seattle had an incredible season and the defense was a large reason why. The Falcons will have interviewed both of the Seahawks’ coordinators before the process is over.
Falcons complete interview with Dolphins DC Anthony Weaver | Jan. 10
The Falcons named Matt Ryan as their president of football on Saturday morning and they’ve already begun working through their head coach interviews. The team interviewed Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver on Saturday afternoon, the team announced. Prior to his season with the Dolphins, Weaver spent four seasons with the Baltimore Ravens as a defensive line coach and eventual assistant head coach under John Harbaugh.
Falcons to interview Klint Kubiak, Anthony Weaver Saturday | Jan. 10
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Falcons will interview Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak and Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver on Saturday.
Falcons hire Matt Ryan as President of Football | Jan. 10
As expected, Ryan was named Atlanta’s president of football. The former league MVP interviewed for the role on Friday evening and was named president on Saturday morning.
Falcons complete interview with Matt Ryan for President of Football | Jan. 9 (10 p.m. ET)
The Falcons have completed an interview with Matt Ryan for their president of football position, the team announced on Friday evening. Ryan spent 14 seasons as the team’s starting quarterback (2008-2021) and one additional year with the Indianapolis Colts in 2022. The former league MVP has no front office experience, but Arthur Blank trusts him from their 14 years working together.
Falcons OC Zac Robinson to interview with Bucs (for OC job) | Jan. 9
According to Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat reporter Rick Stroud, the Bucs are expected to interview Zac Robinson for their offensive coordinator vacancy. It doesn’t sound like the Falcons are going to block Robinson, as they did for defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.
Completed interviews for Falcons President of Football (as of Jan. 9)Matt Ryan (former NFL QB)Ian Cunningham (Bears assistant GM)Brandt Tilis (Panthers EVP)Josh Williams (49ers exec)Mike Disner (Lions COO)Falcons complete interview with Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham for President of Football | Jan. 9
The Falcons have completed their interview with Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham for their president of football role on Friday. The Falcons have already completed interviews with Brandt Tilis, Josh Williams, and Mike Disner. Former Falcons QB Matt Ryan is also expected to interview for the job (if he hasn’t already). Arthur Blank said the team would only be announcing completed interviews.
Falcons complete interview with 49ers exec Josh Williams for President of Football | Jan. 9
The Falcons have completed their interview with San Francisco 49ers exec Josh Williams for their “President of Football” role. Williams has spent 13 years with the 49ers in various roles. He was considered a finalist for the Jacksonville Jaguars general manager opening in 2024.
Falcons complete interview with Panthers EVP Brandt Tilis for President of Football | Jan. 8
The Falcons have completed their second interview for the president of football position. After talking to Detroit Lions COO Mike Disner earlier in the day, the team interviewed Carolina Panthers executive vice president Brant Tilis Thursday evening. Tilis is highly regarded for helping turn around the Panthers, who just clinched their first division title in 10 years.
The Falcons would prefer to keep defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, as team owner Arthur Blank stated on Thursday. According to a report from ESPN’s Todd Archer, Atlanta blocked the Cowboys’ request to interview Ulbrich for their defensive coordinator opening. The Falcons are allowed to block any lateral move for their star coordinator.
Falcons interview Lions COO Mike Disner for President of Football | Jan. 8
The Falcons completed an interview with Detroit Lions chief operating officer Mike Disner for their president of football position, the team announced on Thursday. Disner has been with the Lions for seven seasons in various roles, including senior vice president of football operations and business administration.
Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley (request) | Jan. 8
According to a report from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Falcons were one of three teams to request an interview with Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley. In his second season with the Packers, Hafley’s defense allowed 21.2 points per game. Prior to taking over in 2024, he was the head coach at Boston College for four seasons (2020-2023).
Panthers EVP Brandt Tilis (request) | Jan. 6
According to multiple sources, the Falcons are expected to interview Carolina Panthers Executive Vice President Brandt Tilis for their President of Football role. Tilis was a key part of the Panthers’ recent turnaround, helping the team clinch the division for the first time in 10 years. However, former Falcons QB Matt Ryan is considered the favorite for the position.
Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph (request) | Jan. 6
According to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini, the Falcons are one of a handful of teams to request an interview with Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph. The Broncos defense has been a juggernaut this season and Joseph is a highly coveted candidate around the NFL. The Titans, Cardinals, Raiders and Giants have all requested interviews with Joseph.
49ers exec Josh Williams for President of Football (request) | Jan. 6
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Falcons sent a request to interview San Francisco 49ers exec Josh Williams for their “President of Football” role. Williams has spent 13 years with the 49ers in various roles. He was a finalist for the Jacksonville Jaguars general manager job in 2024.
Matt Ryan to interview for President of Football
The Atlanta Falcons are expected to interview Matt Ryan for their president of football operations role this Thursday or Friday, according to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. While Ryan has no front office experience, he has seen a thing or two in his 15 seasons as a starting NFL quarterback. He spent 14 of those years in Atlanta, passing for 59,735 yards, 367 touchdowns and 170 interceptions while leading the team to 120 wins. Ryan is currently working as an analyst for CBS.
Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham (request)
According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Falcons have requested an interview with Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham for their GM vacancy. Cunningham has helped the Bears surpass the competition in a tough NFC North division. Former Falcons center Drew Dalman signed with Chicago in free agency and had a Pro Bowl season.
Former Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski (report)
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Falcons are expected to meet with the former Browns head coach. Stefanski was just fired by Cleveland on Monday after six seasons and two NFL Coach of the Year awards. A respected offensive play-caller, Stefanski could help get the Falcons get things back on track in 2026. The Browns have struggled over the last two seasons, but somebody will likely hire Stefanski soon due to the lack of experienced candidates.
Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak (request)| Jan. 5
According to multiple reports, the Falcons have requested to interview Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak for their head coaching vacancy. Kubiak is expected to be a hot name during the 2026 hiring cycle after the Seahawks’ impressive 14-3 season. Seattle’s balanced offensive attack finished third in points per game last season, averaging 28.4 points per contest.
Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver (request)| Jan. 5
The first reported interview request by the Falcons was for Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver, who previously interviewed with the team in 2024 but did not land the job. Prior to his season with the Dolphins, Weaver spent four seasons with the Baltimore Ravens as a defensive line coach and eventual assistant head coach under John Harbaugh.
John Harbaugh (former Ravens head coach): Harbaugh is probably the most surprising name on this list. The Super Bowl-champion head coach was fired by the Baltimore Ravens after 18 NFL seasons. Harbaugh has a career record of 180-113, and is easily the most experienced coach available. While his teams have fallen short in recent seasons, the Ravens were a consistent contender for nearly two decades under Harbaugh. The former NFL Coach of the Year will have plenty of interested suitors.Kevin Stefanski (former Browns head coach): Stefanski is arguably the best fit for the job. The two-time NFL Coach of the Year will also be in high demand due to his experience and play-calling ability. There could be a scenario in which the Falcons hire Stefanski and keep defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich. Stefanski went 45-56 over six seasons as Cleveland’s head coach. The Browns took an unusual approach in 2025, entering the season with way too many quarterbacks. Stefanski also has experience working with Kirk Cousins, which could help the team get by while Michael Penix Jr. gets fully healthy.Vance Joseph (Broncos defensive coordinator): The Falcons could also look at Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph. The Broncos defense was arguably the best in the NFL this season, finishing with 68 sacks and allowing just 278.2 yards per game. Denver is the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and while head coach Sean Payton gets most of the credit, Joseph is the secret sauce to the Broncos’ success. Atlanta has already requested an interview with Denver’s defensive wiz.Klint Kubiak (Seahawks offensive coordinator): Kubiak is this year’s top offensive coordinator candidate. Seattle’s offense ranked third in points scored (28.4 per game) in 2025, helping the team clinch the top seed in the NFC playoffs. The Seahawks traded away Geno Smith before signing free-agent quarterback Sam Darnold in the offseason, and the experiment paid off. Not only did Darnold play well, but the team’s balanced offensive attack set the defense up for success. It would be interesting to see what Kubiak could do with Penix in Atlanta.Mike LaFleur (Rams offensive coordinator): The Rams offense will always be tied to Sean McVay, but Mike LaFleur has done an excellent job over the last three seasons as the team’s offensive coordinator. Los Angeles led the NFL in points per game, total yards and passing yards this season. Matthew Stafford took his game to another level, passing for 46 touchdowns to just eight interceptions this season. Penix is frequently compared to Stafford, so it would make some sense. LaFleur’s brother, Matt, is the head coach of the Green Bay Packers.
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