{"id":677400,"date":"2026-01-14T20:11:18","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:11:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/677400\/"},"modified":"2026-01-14T20:11:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:11:18","slug":"2026-nfl-coaching-news-mike-tomlin-reportedly-not-planning-to-coach-in-2026-after-stepping-away-from-steelers-kevin-patullo-out-as-eagles-oc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/677400\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 NFL coaching news: Mike Tomlin reportedly not planning to coach in 2026 after stepping away from Steelers; Kevin Patullo out as Eagles OC"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"#nfl-coaching-news-live-blog\" data-jump-link=\"\" data-ylk=\"slk:[Live coaching news updates];elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">[Live coaching news updates]<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is already one of the most intriguing NFL coaching carousels we&#8217;ve ever seen, and there&#8217;s still a ton to be resolved.<\/p>\n<p>There was a monumental shift in the coaching ranks Tuesday, as longtime <a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/mike-tomlin-steps-away-from-steelers-after-19-seasons-and-a-super-bowl-title-190729555.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is stepping away;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is stepping away<\/a> from the team after a 19-year run. His decision comes less than 24 hours after the <a data-i13n=\"cpos:3;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/houston-texans-pittsburgh-steelers-20260112023\/\" data-ylk=\"slk:Steelers lost 30-6;cpos:3;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Steelers lost 30-6 <\/a>against the Houston Texans in the wild-card round. With the move, the Steelers will look to hire their third coach since 1969.<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>The NFL coaching carousel was spinning fast the week after the regular season ended. On Saturday, the Atlanta Falcons <a data-i13n=\"cpos:4;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/falcons-hire-matt-ryan-as-new-president-of-football-bringing-legend-back-to-franchise-144941578.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:officially hired franchise legend Matt Ryan;cpos:4;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">officially hired franchise legend Matt Ryan<\/a> as their new president of football operations. The move was expected following the <a data-i13n=\"cpos:5;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/falcons-fire-raheem-morris-gm-terry-fontenot-with-matt-ryan-potentially-returning-to-team-in-new-president-of-football-role-013753349.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:firings of head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot.;cpos:5;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">firings of head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The <a data-i13n=\"cpos:6;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/dolphins-fire-mike-mcdaniel-despite-late-season-rally-after-1-6-start-153404301.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Dolphins fired head coach Mike McDaniel;cpos:6;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dolphins fired head coach Mike McDaniel<\/a> last Thursday, and a day later, they <a data-i13n=\"cpos:7;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/dolphins-reportedly-set-to-hire-jon-eric-sullivan-as-new-general-manager-151035410.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:hired Jon-Eric Sullivan, the Green Bay Packers vice president of player personnel,;cpos:7;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hired Jon-Eric Sullivan, the Green Bay Packers vice president of player personnel,<\/a> as their new general manager. Sullivan will help guide the search for McDaniel&#8217;s replacement.<\/p>\n<p>McDaniel&#8217;s firing came two days after the <a data-i13n=\"cpos:8;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/ravens-reportedly-fire-coach-john-harbaugh-after-missing-playoffs-ending-18-year-run-that-included-super-bowl-win-221223932.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Baltimore Ravens stunned the league by parting ways with head coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons;cpos:8;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Baltimore Ravens stunned the league by parting ways with head coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons<\/a> and a Super Bowl win. That job quickly became <a data-i13n=\"cpos:9;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/ranking-the-nfl-head-coaching-openings-from-least-to-most-attractive-174633932.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:the most attractive vacancy of the bunch, according to Yahoo Sports&#039; Frank Schwab.;cpos:9;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">the most attractive vacancy of the bunch, according to Yahoo Sports&#8217; Frank Schwab.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Harbaugh, as you can imagine, will be in high demand this coaching cycle with the Dolphins and Cleveland Browns reportedly reaching out to request interviews for their open head coaching jobs.<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>The changes haven&#8217;t been limited to just head coaches. The <a data-i13n=\"cpos:10;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/eagles-remove-kevin-patullo-as-offensive-coordinator-after-wild-card-loss-to-49ers-203228332.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Philadelphia Eagles removed Kevin Patullo as offensive coordinator;cpos:10;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Philadelphia Eagles removed Kevin Patullo as offensive coordinator<\/a> on Tuesday after an underwhelming year for Jalen Hurts and company. The <a data-i13n=\"cpos:11;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/chargers-fire-oc-greg-roman-ol-coach-mike-devlin-after-wild-card-exit-playoff-struggles-182204773.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Los Angeles Chargers parted ways with offensive coordinator Greg Roman;cpos:11;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Los Angeles Chargers parted ways with offensive coordinator Greg Roman<\/a> after another playoff whimper. And as was widely expected, the <a data-i13n=\"cpos:12;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/cowboys-reportedly-fire-dc-matt-eberflus-after-1-season-141502168.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Dallas Cowboys fired defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus;cpos:12;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dallas Cowboys fired defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus<\/a> last week after the team surrendered more than 500 points in a season for the first time in franchise history.<\/p>\n<p>Staying in the NFC East, the <a data-i13n=\"cpos:13;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/commanders-reportedly-part-ways-with-oc-kliff-kingsbury-dc-joe-whitt-jr-after-2-seasons-170329538.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Washington Commanders moved on from defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. and mutually agreed to part ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury;cpos:13;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Washington Commanders moved on from defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. and mutually agreed to part ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury<\/a>. Both were part of Dan Quinn&#8217;s inaugural Commanders staff that helped lead Washington to its first conference title game appearance since the 1991 season. The Commanders promoted assistant QBs coach David Blough to offensive coordinator.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a full list of the head coaches who will need to be replaced this offseason.<\/p>\n<p>STEPPED DOWNMike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Steelers<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 201-126-2 (including playoffs), 19 seasons<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Why he stepped down: After nearly two decades of success in Pittsburgh, Tomlin faced criticism in recent seasons for his failure to make deep postseason runs. It&#8217;s possible those demands began to weigh on Tomlin after such a long time coaching. It&#8217;s also possible he was simply ready to take a break after nearly 20 years in a high-stress role. Since Tomlin is leaving \u2014 and was not fired \u2014 the Steelers still hold his rights should he want to return to coaching. Tomlin also could opt to take a gap year or two before returning to the game. If he decides to get back into coaching, he would presumably be a highly sought-after target for teams.<\/p>\n<p>FIREDMike McDaniel, Miami Dolphins<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 35-35 (including playoffs), four seasons<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Why he was fired: Things got off to a miserable start this season, as the Dolphins were embarrassed by the Indianapolis Colts in Week 1. From there, the Dolphins found increasingly inventive ways to lose. With the team at 1-6 to open the season, McDaniel and the Dolphins showed some life down the stretch. The team won five of its next six games, salvaging what, to that point, had been a miserable start. But that surge couldn&#8217;t save McDaniel &#8230; or Tua Tagovailoa.<\/p>\n<p>John Harbaugh, Baltimore Ravens<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 193-124 (including playoffs), 18th season<\/p>\n<p>Why he was fired: The Ravens were surprisingly mediocre this season, and it can\u2019t all be attributed to Lamar Jackson\u2019s injuries. Their defense yo-yo\u2019d between outright bad and competent, and some of Harbaugh\u2019s in-game decisions have drawn scrutiny. Harbaugh has failed to get back to the Super Bowl with a two-time MVP quarterback in Jackson, and there had been a general sense that a breath of fresh air at head coach might be good for the Ravens.<\/p>\n<p>Jonathan Gannon, Arizona Cardinals<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 15-36, three seasons<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Why he was fired: Gannon was hired in part to toughen up Arizona\u2019s defense, and that didn\u2019t really happen. This season&#8217;s unit was 26th in EPA per play allowed, 27th in success rate allowed, and in general hasn\u2019t taken a step forward despite 17 of Gannon\u2019s 28 draft picks being on that side of the ball, including six of seven last spring. It\u2019s hard to say the Cardinals are demonstrably better than they were when Gannon was hired.<\/p>\n<p>Potential replacements: Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, Cowboys offensive coordinator Klayton Adams, Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula, Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, former Cowboys and Packers head coach Mike McCarthy.<\/p>\n<p>Pete Carroll, Las Vegas Raiders<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 3-14, one season<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Why he was fired: Carroll was supposed to bring stability to the franchise, but it was more losing under the 74-year-old former Super Bowl winner. The Raiders beat the Kansas City Chiefs in their season finale to end a winless streak that dated to Week 6. The offseason trade for Carroll\u2019s preferred QB Geno Smith never yielded much, the offensive and special teams coordinators were both fired in November, and now there was a <a data-i13n=\"cpos:14;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/raiders-place-maxx-crosby-on-ir-expected-to-need-knee-surgery-after-leaving-team-facility-on-friday-210008015.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:dispute with Maxx Crosby;cpos:14;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">dispute with Maxx Crosby<\/a> over the star pass rusher being placed on injured reserve. None of it reflected well on Carroll, who was in over his head trying to fix a franchise where the rot goes much deeper (and higher).<\/p>\n<p>Potential replacements: Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula, Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady, former Giants coach Brian Daboll, Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph.<\/p>\n<p>Kevin Stefanski, Cleveland Browns<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 46-58 (including playoffs), six seasons<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Why he was fired: The Browns suffered their fourth losing record in six years under Stefanski, as well as a second straight year picking in the top seven of the draft. The cataclysmic Deshaun Watson trade is partly on Stefanski, who recruited him in the spring of 2022, and for all of Stefanski\u2019s offensive acumen, none of the 13 quarterbacks who\u2019ve started under his watch has proven to be the long-term solution.<\/p>\n<p>Potential replacements: Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley, Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady, Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, former Cowboys and Packers head coach Mike McCarthy.<\/p>\n<p>Raheem Morris, Atlanta Falcons<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 16-18, two seasons<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Why he was fired: Morris hadn\u2019t been flat-out bad. The Falcons won their final four games of the season, seemingly helping Morris&#8217; cause. But the Falcons regressed overall this season and the operation felt shaky under his watch. While he ended up a fall guy alongside general manager Terry Fontenot, who oversaw an all-in 2025 that included trading away the team\u2019s first-round draft pick next spring, Morris didn\u2019t always build the strongest case for himself. The Falcons now look like they will completely revamp their football operations department with former quarterback Matt Ryan poised to come in as Atlanta\u2019s new president of football.<\/p>\n<p>Potential replacements: Former Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski, Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley, Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady, Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur, Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, former Cowboys and Packers head coach Mike McCarthy.<\/p>\n<p>Brian Daboll, New York Giants<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 21-41-1, three full seasons and 10 games<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Why he was fired: Daboll won Coach of the Year in his first season in charge, leading the Giants to a playoff win behind Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley. But injuries and underachievement dug a hole Daboll couldn&#8217;t coach his way out of, and his handling of the Giants&#8217; overall operation \u2014 from game management to <a data-i13n=\"cpos:15;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/nfl-fines-giants-200k-head-coach-brian-daboll-100k-and-running-back-cam-skattebo-15k-for-concussion-protocol-violation-170055329.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:interfering with concussion protocol;cpos:15;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">interfering with concussion protocol<\/a> to repeatedly exposing 2025 first-round rookie QB Jaxson Dart to extra punishment in the run game \u2014 became too much for the franchise to bear.<\/p>\n<p>Potential replacements: Former Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski, Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, former Cowboys and Packers head coach Mike McCarthy, former Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce, Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley, Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula, Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.<\/p>\n<p>Brian Callahan, Tennessee Titans<\/p>\n<p>Record with team: 4-19, one full season and six games<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Why he was fired: Callahan was more successful at drawing attention to himself off the field than winning on it. He <a data-i13n=\"cpos:16;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/titans-coach-brian-callahan-doesnt-regret-outburst-at-qb-will-levis-after-turnover-in-loss-to-jets-194148314.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:blew up at QB Will Levis;cpos:16;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">blew up at QB Will Levis<\/a> multiple times during games, <a data-i13n=\"cpos:17;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/titans-coach-brian-callahan-admits-he-didnt-know-rule-about-what-constitutes-a-catch-when-declining-to-challenge-missed-call-in-loss-to-broncos-195459139.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:admitted he didn&#039;t know a rule;cpos:17;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">admitted he didn&#8217;t know a rule<\/a> that cost the Titans early this season, <a data-i13n=\"cpos:18;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/titans-coach-brian-callahan-torches-refs-after-penalty-on-clean-hit-extends-vikings-td-drive-194914088.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:excoriated referees;cpos:18;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">excoriated referees<\/a> and more. Despite his reputation as an offensive guru, it didn&#8217;t seem like No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward was making much progress under his auspices, and the <a data-i13n=\"cpos:19;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/four-verts-titans-brian-callahan-tenure-was-a-total-waste-and-jets-offense-was-historically-bad-in-london-170501131.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Titans decided to admit their mistake;cpos:19;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Titans decided to admit their mistake<\/a> and cut bait.<\/p>\n<p>Potential replacements: Former Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski, former Falcons head coach Raheem Morris, Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.<\/p>\n<p>NFL coaching news live blogLive172 updates<img alt=\"Sean Leahy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_600_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 11:37 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Sean Leahy<\/p>\n<p>The 45-year-old Weaver has been the Dolphins&#8217; DC since 2024. He was previously a defensive coach with the Ravens, Texans, Browns, Bills, and Jets.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Sean Leahy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_600_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 11:36 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Sean Leahy<\/p>\n<p>Harbaugh is scheduled to meet with the Titans and Falcons this week as well, but a favorable offer could cause him to agree to a deal to become the next Giants head coach.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Criss Partee\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_601_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 11:16 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Criss Partee<\/p>\n<p>The Philadelphia Eagles are expected to take a big swing in their offensive coordinator hire and possibly move away from what they have done in the past with Nick Sirianni\u2018s offense, according to NFL Network&#8217;s Ian Rapoport. He is also reporting that former offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo could return to his previous role with the team as the passing game coordinator and associate head coach.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Andy Backstrom\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421476_462_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 11:07 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Andy Backstrom<\/p>\n<p>It seems like Pittsburgh is targeting the McVay tree early in its search for a new head coach. A day after Mike Tomlin stepped down from his post, ending his 19-season run at the helm of the franchise, ESPN&#8217;s Adam Schefter <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/AdamSchefter\/status\/2011512563608215810?s=20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:has reported;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">has reported<\/a> that the Steelers have requested interviews with a pair of Los Angeles Rams assistants.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to requesting one with passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase, they&#8217;re requesting one with Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula, per Schefter.<\/p>\n<p>Shula has served as McVay&#8217;s DC the past two seasons. But he&#8217;s been on staff since McVay got the job in 2017, working his way up the ladder all the while.<\/p>\n<p>Chris Shula, the grandson of Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Don Shula, is 39 years old. Scheelhaase is 35 years old.<\/p>\n<p>The Steelers <a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/StatsGuyDaniel\/status\/2011171774457958807\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:have a track record of hiring young head coaches;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">have a track record of hiring young head coaches<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Andy Backstrom\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421476_462_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 10:58 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Andy Backstrom<\/p>\n<p>The Pittsburgh Steelers have made their first-known interview request for their head-coaching vacancy, <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/AdamSchefter\/status\/2011510494922756264?s=20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:according to ESPN&#039;s Adam Schefter;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">according to ESPN&#8217;s Adam Schefter<\/a>, who reported Wednesday that the Steelers are looking to talk to Los Angeles Rams passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase.<\/p>\n<p>The Baltimore Ravens, Cleveland Browns and Las Vegas Raiders have also requested interviews with him during this hiring cycle, per Schefter.<\/p>\n<p>The Rams led the NFL this season with 268.1 passing yards per game and are preparing for a divisional-round playoff game versus the Chicago Bears this week.<\/p>\n<p>Before joining Sean McVay&#8217;s staff in L.A., Scheelhaase coached at Iowa State from 2018-23, a stay that culminated in him serving as the Cyclones&#8217; offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach during the 2023 season.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Andy Backstrom\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421476_462_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 10:24 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Andy Backstrom<\/p>\n<p>The Atlanta Falcons will interview former Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce for their opening at the same position later this week, <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/MikeGarafolo\/status\/2011502842427613563?s=20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:according to NFL Network&#039;s Mike Garafolo;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">according to NFL Network&#8217;s Mike Garafolo<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Pierce also interviewed for the New York Giants&#8217; vacancy last week.<\/p>\n<p>He&#8217;s set to meet in-person with <a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/falcons-hire-matt-ryan-as-new-president-of-football-bringing-legend-back-to-franchise-144941578.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:new Falcons president of football;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">new Falcons president of football<\/a>, and former CBS colleague, Matt Ryan, per Garafolo.<\/p>\n<p>Pierce went 5-4 as the Raiders&#8217; interim head coach during the 2023 season but struggled in his lone season in the full-time role, finishing the 2024 campaign with a 4-13 record.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Sean Leahy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_600_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 8:35 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Sean Leahy<\/p>\n<p>The interest level in <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/mike-tomlin-steps-down-the-5-most-intriguing-candidates-to-replace-legendary-steelers-coach-214837770.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Mike Tomlin\u2019s services is high among NFL teams;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mike Tomlin\u2019s services is high among NFL teams<\/a> looking for a new head coach, but the former Pittsburgh Steelers coach reportedly doesn\u2019t plan to be on a sideline next season.<\/p>\n<p>According to <a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/RapSheet\/status\/2011464620934828299\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:NFL Network\u2019s Ian Rapoport;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">NFL Network\u2019s Ian Rapoport<\/a>, teams that have inquired about speaking with Tomlin about their openings have been told that he does not plan to coach next season.<\/p>\n<p>The 53-year-old Tomlin isn\u2019t free to move to a new team, however. Since <a data-i13n=\"cpos:3;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/mike-tomlin-resigns-steelers-after-19-seasons-and-a-super-bowl-title-190729731.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Tomlin resigned with two years left on his contract;cpos:3;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tomlin resigned with two years left on his contract<\/a>, the Steelers retain his rights. That means any team interested in hiring him <a data-i13n=\"cpos:4;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/why-mike-tomlin-might-need-the-steelers-to-trade-him-if-he-wants-to-coach-for-another-nfl-team-232919141.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:would have to give up draft pick compensation;cpos:4;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">would have to give up draft pick compensation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a data-i13n=\"cpos:5;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/article\/mike-tomlin-reportedly-not-planning-to-coach-in-2026-after-stepping-away-from-steelers-162959768.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read more.;cpos:5;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Criss Partee\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_601_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 8:18 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Criss Partee<\/p>\n<p>The Arizona Cardinals have requested an interview with Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith. Smith was the head coach in Atlanta for three years before arriving in Pittsburgh as OC in 2024.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Sean Leahy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_600_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 7:10 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Sean Leahy<\/p>\n<p>The Giants have been seen as one of the favorites to land the ex-Ravens coach. Tennessee and Atlanta are also expected to speak with Harbaugh this week about their openings.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Chris Cwik\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421476_230_dims.jpeg\"\/>Wed, January 14, 2026 at 6:07 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Chris Cwik<\/p>\n<p>The Miami Dolphins are working their way through coaching candidates. The team was at it early Wednesday, announcing it completed an interview with former Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski.<\/p>\n<p>Stefanski, 43, is among the more desired coaches on the market after going 45-56 in six seasons with the Browns.<\/p>\n<p>While things ended poorly in Cleveland for Stefanski, he was also a two-time Coach of the Year award winner with the franchise and led the Browns to two playoff appearances during his tenure with the team.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Jack Baer\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421477_813_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 6:56 PM PST<\/p>\n<p>Jack Baer<\/p>\n<p>John Harbaugh doesn&#8217;t appear to be rushing into any decisions after his firing by the Baltimore Ravens, but we have our first indication where he&#8217;s leaning. The coach is expected to interview with the New York Giants, Tennessee Titans and Atlanta Falcons by the end of the week, <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/TomPelissero\/status\/2011269019274526813?s=20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:according to NFL Network&#039;s Tom Pelissero;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">according to NFL Network&#8217;s Tom Pelissero<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Pelissero says those three teams appear to have the &#8220;inside track&#8221; for Harbaugh, though other teams remain interested. <a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/DMRussini\/status\/2011160024287236477\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:The Athletic&#039;s Dianna Russini reported earlier Tuesday;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">The Athletic&#8217;s Dianna Russini reported earlier Tuesday<\/a> that same trio are considered the favorites for Harbaugh.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Tarohn Finley\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14e93e10-b8ef-11f0-bffb-eaeb80a41d60.png\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 12:43 PM PST<\/p>\n<p>Tarohn Finley<\/p>\n<p>The Philadelphia Eagles fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, the team announced Tuesday, coming off <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/live\/49ers-vs-eagles-brock-purdy-san-francisco-dethrone-philly-on-late-fourth-quarter-td-drive-200004859.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Sunday\u2019s 23-19 wild-card loss to the San Francisco 49ers;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sunday\u2019s 23-19 wild-card loss to the San Francisco 49ers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Head coach Nick Sirianni released a statement, saying Patullo &#8220;is a great coach who has my utmost respect. He has been integral to this team&#8217;s success over the last five years, not only to the on-field product but behind the scenes as a valued leader for our players and organization &#8230; Ultimately, when we fall short of our goals that responsibility lies on my shoulders.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Eagles quarterback <a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/jalen-hurts-declines-to-say-if-he-wants-eagles-offensive-coordinator-kevin-patullo-to-return-next-season-210451189.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Jalen Hurts was asked after the season if he wanted Patullo to return as the Eagles&#039; next season;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Jalen Hurts was asked after the season if he wanted Patullo to return as the Eagles&#8217; next season<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s too soon to think about that,\u201d Hurts said. \u201cLike I said, I put my trust in Howie, Nick, and Mr. Lurie.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a data-i13n=\"cpos:3;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/eagles-fire-offensive-coordinator-kevin-patullo-after-wild-card-loss-to-49ers-203228665.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read the full story here;cpos:3;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read the full story here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Sean Leahy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_600_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 12:18 PM PST<\/p>\n<p>Sean Leahy<\/p>\n<p>The 46-year-old Graham has been leading the Raiders&#8217; defense since 2022. Prior to his time in Las Vegas, he served as DC with the Dolphins and New York Giants from 2019-2021 after coaching in New England in various roles for seven seasons.<\/p>\n<p>In Graham&#8217;s four seasons, the Raiders&#8217; defense has averaged 336.9 yards and 23.8 points allowed per game. This past season they allowed 317.8 yards and 25.4 points per game.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Criss Partee\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_601_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 11:22 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Criss Partee<\/p>\n<p>The Baltimore Ravens have completed an interview with Brian Flores for their vacant head coach position. Flores is viewed as one of the brightest defensive minds in the NFL and has been the defensive coordinator in Minnesota for the past three seasons, following a three-year stint as head coach in Miami.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Chris Cwik\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421476_230_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 11:11 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Chris Cwik<\/p>\n<p>After 19 seasons, <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/mike-tomlin-steps-away-from-steelers-after-19-seasons-and-a-super-bowl-title-190729555.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Mike Tomlin&#039;s run with the Pittsburgh Steelers has come to an end;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mike Tomlin&#8217;s run with the Pittsburgh Steelers has come to an end<\/a>. The coach has decided to step away from the Steelers a day after a 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans in the wild-card round.<\/p>\n<p>Tomlin, 53, never posted a losing season with the Steelers, leading the team to a Super Bowl win in 2008.<\/p>\n<p>The Steelers now find themselves in an unusual spot this offseason. The team will be looking for a new head coach for the third time since Chuck Noll was hired in 1969. That&#8217;s quite the run for the franchise, which typically makes excellent decisions when choosing the next person to lead the team forward.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Criss Partee\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_601_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 10:52 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Criss Partee<\/p>\n<p>Vikings head coach Kevin O&#8217;Connell announced the retirement of assistant head coach Mike Pettine in Minnesota. Pettine spent the last four years as assistant head coach in Minnesota and was head coach of the Cleveland Browns for two years, from 2014 to 2015.<\/p>\n<p>Pettine began his coaching career in 1988, and served as a coach at the high school, college, and pro levels.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Criss Partee\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_601_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 10:25 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Criss Partee<\/p>\n<p>The Los Angeles <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/breaking-news\/article\/chargers-reportedly-fire-oc-greg-roman-ol-coach-mike-devlin-after-wild-card-exit-playoff-struggles-182204465.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Chargers have fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Chargers have fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman<\/a>, according to Tom Pelissero. Roman has had a long tenure as an offensive coordinator in the NFL, dating back to 2011 with the San Francisco 49ers under Jim Harbaugh.<\/p>\n<p>Roman&#8217;s two-year run with the Chargers marked his second stint working for Harbaugh, following a six-year tenure with John Harbaugh in Baltimore. He began his NFL coaching career in 1995 with the Carolina Panthers.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Sean Leahy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421475_600_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 8:19 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Sean Leahy<\/p>\n<p>Stefanski went 45-56 in his six seasons in charge of the Browns. Cleveland made the playoffs twice under him, but won only eight games over the past two seasons.<\/p>\n<p>In early November, Stefanski relinquished offensive play-calling duties for a second consecutive season after the Browns ranked 31st in total offense, 31st in passing offense and 29th in rushing offense through the first nine weeks 2025 season.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Chris Cwik\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421476_230_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 8:15 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Chris Cwik<\/p>\n<p>Mike Kafka&#8217;s tenure as the New York Giants&#8217; head coach appears to be coming to an end. After going 2-5 with the team after taking over in an interim role, Kafka is likely to be replaced by another candidate.<\/p>\n<p>But he should land on his feet soon. Kafka reportedly interviewed for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers&#8217; offensive coordinator position Tuesday, per ESPN.<\/p>\n<p>It was a virtual interview.<\/p>\n<p>Kafka, 38, originally rose to prominence after his time in Kansas City, where he served as a quarterbacks coach with the Chiefs. He eventually joined the Giants and, despite some poor offensive seasons, continued to gain momentum in coaching circles.<\/p>\n<p>After a rough head-coaching debut, Kafka will likely look to build up his value again in the hopes of getting more head-coaching interviews in the future.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"Chris Cwik\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"dot-authorimg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768421476_230_dims.jpeg\"\/>Tue, January 13, 2026 at 7:42 AM PST<\/p>\n<p>Chris Cwik<\/p>\n<p>The Washington Commanders are hoping to interview Minnesota Vikings DC Brian Flores for Washington&#8217;s open defensive coordinator position, according to NFL Network.<\/p>\n<p>Flores has spent the past three seasons with the Vikings, with the team ranking No. 13, No. 7 and No. 5 in points allowed under Flores in those years.<\/p>\n<p>Flores&#8217; contract with the Vikings is up in Minnesota, meaning he can look at whatever job he pleases. Flores has head-coaching experience, as he put together a 24-25 record in three seasons with the Miami Dolphins.<\/p>\n<p>Despite that, he hasn&#8217;t booked many head-coaching interviews yet this offseason.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[Live coaching news updates] This is already one of the most intriguing NFL coaching carousels we&#8217;ve ever seen,&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":676152,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2074],"tags":[220,390,223,254,2554,117,215,232,127,54,257,2772,22531,563,224,7,1507,519,345,6496,253,392,492,13,2909,110,8591,895,393,262,2859,6563,251,4836,1255,6,12611,109,57,2663,424,894,394,3452,111,1246],"class_list":{"0":"post-677400","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-atlanta-falcons","8":"tag-49ers","9":"tag-arizona-cardinals","10":"tag-atlanta","11":"tag-atlanta-falcons","12":"tag-atlantafalcons","13":"tag-baltimore-ravens","14":"tag-bills","15":"tag-broncos","16":"tag-cam-ward","17":"tag-cleveland-browns","18":"tag-dallas-cowboys","19":"tag-daniel-jones","20":"tag-david-blough","21":"tag-deshaun-watson","22":"tag-falcons","23":"tag-football","24":"tag-geno-smith","25":"tag-giants","26":"tag-green-bay-packers","27":"tag-head-coach","28":"tag-houston-texans","29":"tag-indianapolis-colts","30":"tag-jalen-hurts","31":"tag-jaxson-dart","32":"tag-john-harbaugh","33":"tag-kansas-city-chiefs","34":"tag-kevin-stefanski","35":"tag-lamar-jackson","36":"tag-las-vegas-raiders","37":"tag-los-angeles-chargers","38":"tag-matt-ryan","39":"tag-maxx-crosby","40":"tag-miami-dolphins","41":"tag-mike-mcdaniel","42":"tag-mike-tomlin","43":"tag-nfl","44":"tag-offensive-coordinator","45":"tag-philadelphia-eagles","46":"tag-pittsburgh-steelers","47":"tag-raheem-morris","48":"tag-rams","49":"tag-saquon-barkley","50":"tag-tennessee-titans","51":"tag-tua-tagovailoa","52":"tag-washington-commanders","53":"tag-will-levis"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"","error":"Validation failed: Text character limit of 500 exceeded"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/677400","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=677400"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/677400\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/676152"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=677400"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=677400"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=677400"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}