{"id":702829,"date":"2026-01-25T01:37:51","date_gmt":"2026-01-25T01:37:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/702829\/"},"modified":"2026-01-25T01:37:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-25T01:37:51","slug":"nfl-insider-buzz-hints-panthers-may-catch-unexpected-break-in-ejiro-evero-saga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/702829\/","title":{"rendered":"NFL insider buzz hints Panthers may catch unexpected break in Ejiro Evero saga"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Carolina Panthers are nervously awaiting developments<\/a> before learning whether Ejiro Evero will stay or go in 2026.<\/p>\n

He’s had three head-coaching interviews so far, and one of those positions has already been filled. The Atlanta Falcons went with Kevin Stefanski<\/a>, leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers and Las Vegas Raiders as the other interested parties who wanted to learn more.<\/p>\n

The Raiders even brought Evero to Las Vegas for an in-person interview<\/a> earlier this week. They have other candidates in mind, but a recent report suggests the Panthers will have their defensive coordinator back for another season.<\/p>\n

Raiders may go with an offensive mind over Ejiro Evero to be their next head coach<\/p>\n

NFL insider Jordan Schultz, citing sources from around the league, believes the Raiders are honing in on an offensive-minded head coach <\/a>to pair with Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who is expected to be the No. 1 overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft<\/a>. He mentioned Klint Kubiak and Davis Mills as hot candidates to take over for Pete Carroll, leaving Evero out of luck.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s more on the #Raiders<\/a> HC search and what the league-wide belief is on which direction they are leaning: pic.twitter.com\/7dASvBCIc6<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) January 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

VIDEO HERE<\/p>\n

If this scenario comes to fruition, it would leave only the Steelers as a viable option for Evero. They’ve met virtually with the coach but haven’t yet confirmed whether an in-person meeting will be scheduled. If nothing comes from the initial interest, the Panthers are going to welcome him back.<\/p>\n

Head coach Dave Canales revealed after the season that Evero was extended<\/a> despite masterminding a historically bad 2024 campaign. This was surprising to almost everyone, and some sections of the fan base remain unconvinced by his 3-4 system and soft zone coverage. Those in power hold a very different opinion, and judging by the three interview requests he received, the league does as well.<\/p>\n

Evero’s defense improved with enhanced personnel. If general manager Dan Morgan makes the right additions during his third recruitment period at the helm, there’s a good chance further performance enhancements will arrive when competitive action resumes.<\/p>\n

There is no doubt that Evero will be a head coach one day. If this cycle comes too soon, that’s going to benefit the Panthers in the short term. And leaving him under contract will ensure they get a compensatory draft pick when his inevitable promotion elsewhere arrives.<\/p>\n

Until then, Canales and Evero will continue to build the Panthers on the coaching side. Making the playoffs was a massive bonus, but there is a lot of hard work ahead. And considering how important continuity is, his presence should be a significant asset to call upon.<\/p>\n

Nothing has been confirmed, but the smoke suggests Las Vegas will not be pulling the trigger on Evero.<\/p>\n