NFL Coaching Changes Spark Movement in Several Cities
This offseason, coaching changes have already begun across the NFL as teams look to shake things up after a challenging season. With Week 18 now officially behind us, the playoff picture is complete, but four teams—New York Jets, New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears, and New England Patriots—are already searching for new head coaches.
In a surprising turn of events, the Chicago Bears have reached out to the Dallas Cowboys for permission to interview head coach Mike McCarthy, who is under contract until mid-January. McCarthy expressed his desire to remain in Dallas, stating, “Absolutely. I have a lot invested here.” Meanwhile, the Bears have also requested interviews with several other candidates, indicating they are serious about finding the right fit to lead their team.
Moving south, the New Orleans Saints are starting to lay the groundwork for their search, with interviews lined up with defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn and offensive coordinator Kellen Moore among others. Saints owner has indicated they are looking for a fresh start after parting ways with former head coach Dennis Allen.
Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders are in a state of uncertainty, with interim head coach Antonio Pierce remaining tight-lipped about his future. After a disappointing 4-13 season, the organization is yet to clarify their plans for 2025.
Over in Jacksonville, head coach Doug Pederson was shown the door after the team’s lackluster performance, culminating in a 4-13 record. The Jaguars owner, Shad Khan, has emphasized that keeping general manager Trent Baalke was key to attracting the next head coach.
This trend has not gone unnoticed, as other NFL teams are likely to follow suit in the coming weeks. With several teams needing to fill their coaching vacancies soon, the race to secure promising candidates will undoubtedly heat up. Expect interviews to commence quickly as teams make their assessments and try to find leaders to guide them to success next season.
As teams continue to navigate this tumultuous period, fans are left wondering how their favorite teams will shape up heading into the next season. All eyes will be on the NFL coaching carousel as it gains momentum.
