The 2026 NFL teaching carousel technically began months in the past, however now it is in full swing.
Following the conclusion of the 2025 NFL common season on Sunday, a number of coaches, coordinators and executives have began to study their futures throughout the league.
Here is a more in-depth take a look at which coaches, coordinators and entrance workplace executives have been let go across the league.
Firings/Departures
The Cardinals fired Jonathan Gannon following a 3-14 season.The Falcons fired each head coach Raheem Morris and common supervisor Terry Fontenot shortly after the 2025 common season ended. Morris was fired after two years on the helm, whereas Fontenot’s tenure ended after 5 seasons.Dallas fired defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after one season within the wake of a 7-9-1 season that noticed the Cowboys’ protection give up essentially the most factors within the NFL and end thirtieth in opponent whole yards.The Raiders fired head coach Pete Carroll after one season, dismissing him following a 3-14 12 months.The Raiders fired offensive coordinator Chip Kelly on Nov. 23 following a 2-9 begin to the season.Particular groups coordinator Tom McMahon was fired by the Raiders on Nov. 7.The Rams fired particular groups coordinator Chase Blackburn on Dec. 20, following their Week 16 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.Dolphins common supervisor Chris Grier stepped down from his function on Oct. 31 amid his tenth season with the staff. Miami went 77-80 over Grier’s tenure.The Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll on Nov. 10 following a 2-8 begin to the season. Daboll went 20-40-1 throughout his 4 seasons as New York’s head coach. Offensive coordinator Mike Kafka took over for Daboll on an interim foundation.The Giants fired defensive coordinator Shane Bowen on Nov. 24, a transfer that was made by Kafka.The Jets fired defensive coordinator Steve Wilks on Dec. 15 following their 3-11 begin. New York’s protection is one recreation away from turning into the primary staff to not file an interception in a season in NFL historical past.The Titans have been the primary staff to fireplace their head coach this season, dismissing Brian Callahan on Oct. 13 following a 1-5 begin.The Commanders mutually parted methods with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury after two seasons. Following reaching the NFC Championship Sport in 2024, Washington missed the playoffs and went 5-12 this season.Washington fired defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. after two seasons on the job. The Commanders’ protection surrendered essentially the most whole yards within the NFL and was twenty seventh in opponent factors.
Staying put
Arizona Cardinals (GM)
Common supervisor Monti Ossenfort will stay in his function following the firing of head coach Jonathan Gannon.
Cincinnati Bengals (HC, director of participant personnel)
The Bengals will preserve head coach Zac Taylor and director of participant personnel Duke Tobin, the staff introduced Monday. Cincinnati’s determination to retain two of its prime leaders got here after the staff completed the 2025 season with a 6-11 file, lacking the playoffs for a 3rd consecutive 12 months.The Browns will preserve Andrew Berry on as common supervisor after firing head coach Kevin Stefanski, the staff introduced. Berry will lead the search to seek out the staff’s subsequent head coach.The Colts aren’t making any adjustments at head coach or common supervisor this offseason. Indianapolis will retain head coach Shane Steichen and common supervisor Chris Ballard regardless of dropping its final seven video games of the season, ESPN reported. The Colts had gotten out to a promising 8-2 begin, making a giant swing on the commerce deadline by buying and selling two first-round picks for cornerback Sauce Gardner. Nevertheless, quarterback Daniel Jones’ Achilles tear in early December appeared to place to mattress any hopes of creating the postseason, with 44-year-old Philip Rivers enjoying at quarterback of their last three video games earlier than getting eradicated from postseason play.
Las Vegas Raiders (GM)
Common supervisor John Spytek will stay with the Raiders and lead their soccer operations as they seek for their subsequent head coach following Pete Carroll’s firing.Mike McDaniel is staying put as head coach of the Dolphins following a 7-10 season that prompted Miami to overlook the playoffs for a second straight 12 months. Not solely that, however he stated he’ll even be part of Miami’s search to seek out its subsequent common supervisor, he advised reporters on Monday. The franchise has additionally reportedly introduced in Troy Aikman to assist conduct the search to seek out its subsequent common supervisor.Common supervisor Joe Schoen will stay in his function coming into the 2026 offseason, ESPN reported. Schoen had been anticipated to stay as common supervisor following the choice to fireplace head coach Brian Daboll in November. The Giants have gone 22-55-1 in Schoen’s 4 seasons as common supervisor.
New York Jets (HC)
The Jets are anticipated to maintain head coach Aaron Glenn for the 2026 season, FOX Sports activities NFL insider Jay Glazer reported.
Interviews
Arizona Cardinals (HC)
Anticipated to interview Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph (supply)
Atlanta Falcons (HC)
Requested to interview Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak (supply)Requested to interview Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver (supply)
Atlanta Falcons (GM)
Requested to interview Bears assistant common supervisor Ian Cunningham (supply)
Las Vegas Raiders (HC)
Anticipated to interview Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph (supply)Requested to interview 49ers assistant common supervisor RJ Gillen (supply)Requested to interview 49ers director of scouting and soccer operations Josh Williams (supply)Requested to interview Rams assistant common supervisor John McKay (supply)Requested to interview 49ers vice chairman of participant personnel Tariq Ahmad (supply)Requested to interview Eagles assistant common supervisor Alec Halaby (supply)
New York Giants (HC)
Anticipated to interview Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph (supply)
Tennessee Titans (HC)
Requested to interview Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy (supply)Requested to interview Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph (supply)Requested to interview Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo (supply)Requested to interview Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo (supply)Anticipated to interview Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph (supply)Will interview former Falcons head coach Raheem Morris (supply)
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