{"id":698419,"date":"2026-01-23T08:10:18","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T08:10:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/698419\/"},"modified":"2026-01-23T08:10:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T08:10:18","slug":"this-is-who-chatgpt-thinks-the-arizona-cardinals-should-hire-as-coach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/698419\/","title":{"rendered":"This is who ChatGPT thinks the Arizona Cardinals should hire as coach"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>People turn to AI to answer many questions.<\/p>\n<p>We decided to see if ChatGPT could answer one that has been plaguing the <a href=\"https:\/\/sportsdata.usatoday.com\/football\/nfl\/teams\/arizona-cardinals\/355\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Arizona Cardinals;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Arizona Cardinals<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Who should the Arizona Cardinals hire as their next head coach?&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>It turns out ChatGPT doesn&#8217;t have much more insight than our own Theo Mackie, but it does provide what it calls the &#8220;top recommendation&#8221; and explains the reasons behind it.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what AI says about the coaching vacancy.<\/p>\n<p>Top candidates for Cardinals&#8217; coaching job<\/p>\n<p>Here are the three candidates recommended by ChatGPT:<\/p>\n<p>1. Robert Saleh (Defensive-minded veteran)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Why: Proven NFL head coaching and defensive experience \u2014 his defenses in San Francisco have been strong, and he\u2019s already interviewing with Arizona. He\u2019d bring a strong culture and discipline to a struggling roster.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Why not: ChatGPT will surely update soon, but <a href=\"https:\/\/sportsdata.usatoday.com\/football\/nfl\/teams\/tennessee-titans\/336\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Tennessee Titans;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Tennessee Titans<\/a> have confirmed they&#8217;ve reached an agreement with Robert Saleh.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Fit: Stabilizes the team and builds a tough identity in a competitive NFC West.<\/p>\n<p>2. Joe Brady (Young offensive innovator)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Why: Brady has rapidly become one of the most respected offensive minds in the NFL, helping the <a href=\"https:\/\/sportsdata.usatoday.com\/football\/nfl\/teams\/buffalo-bills\/324\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Bills;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Bills<\/a> rank among the top offenses \u2014 and the Cardinals badly need play-design creativity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Fit: Best choice if Arizona plans to develop a quarterback (Kyler Murray\u2019s future is uncertain and they hold a high draft pick).<\/p>\n<p>3. Klint Kubiak (Offensive coordinator, Shanahan tree)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Why: His offense has been elite in Seattle, and he\u2019s known for developing quarterbacks \u2014 exactly what Arizona might need if the team leans into offensive growth.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Fit: Great balance of Xs and Os and player development skills.<\/p>\n<p>Other candidates ChatGPT considers &#8220;strong&#8221; are Brian Flores, Vance Joseph and Thomas Brown.<\/p>\n<p>What to consider for Cardinals&#8217; coach<\/p>\n<p>In making its choice, ChatCPT considered who may be the quarterback in 2026. Could Kyler Murray return and benefit from having an offensive-minded coach like Brady or Kubiak? Would a coach like Saleh or Flores, familiar with culture building and player development, be a benefit for a nearly-drafted QB?<\/p>\n<p>Advertisement<\/p>\n<p>Finally, does the Cardinals&#8217; leadership want a seasoned leader or a first-time head coach? Does stability mean more than experience?<\/p>\n<p>Top recommendation from ChatGPT<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Joe Brady \u2014 a young, dynamic offensive mind who can help define the Cardinals\u2019 identity and develop whatever quarterback emerges as their leader \u2014 whether it\u2019s Kyler Murray or a 2026 draft pick. His success with a top NFL offense and rapid coaching ascent make him the best long-term fit for Arizona\u2019s current roster and future trajectory.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>So, does AI have it right?<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s who should get the job according to AI:<\/p>\n<p>This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.azcentral.com\/story\/sports\/nfl\/cardinals\/2026\/01\/22\/arizona-cardinals-head-coach-search-chat-gpt\/88304213007\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:AI answers the question everyone has regarding Arizona Cardinals;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">AI answers the question everyone has regarding Arizona Cardinals<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"People turn to AI to answer many questions. 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