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K-State kicks off coaching search to replace Tang
sports12 days ago

K-State kicks off coaching search to replace Tang

Kansas State fired Jerome Tang for cause with six games left in the season, prompting AD Gene Taylor to begin a search prioritizing head-coaching experience. A target list spans proven mid-major head coaches and Power Five assistants, including Brad Underwood, Josh Schertz, Jerrod Calhoun, Eric Olen, Bryan Hodgson, Travis Steele, Mike Boynton, and Erik Pastrana. The process is in its early stages, with alum ties, current success, and contract considerations shaping potential hires.

Raiders Focus on Kubiak and Webb as They Groom Mendoza for No. 1 Pick
sports29 days ago

Raiders Focus on Kubiak and Webb as They Groom Mendoza for No. 1 Pick

Las Vegas has narrowed its head-coach search to Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak and Broncos quarterbacks coach Davis Webb, pairing an offensive-minded leader with the team's plan to develop Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza, the expected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Kubiak is the favorite after his work with Seattle’s high-powered offense and a strong NFC title performance; Webb, 31, is viewed as a long-term head-coach candidate but lacks coordinator experience. The Raiders intend to grow a young coach and Mendoza together while keeping a Plan B ready, mindful of timing around the Super Bowl and other opportunities for Webb.

Raiders' Coaching Search Shifts as Daboll Lands Titans OC; Webb and Kubiak Lead Pack
sports1 month ago

Raiders' Coaching Search Shifts as Daboll Lands Titans OC; Webb and Kubiak Lead Pack

Brian Daboll is out of the Raiders’ coaching search after becoming the Titans’ offensive coordinator, while Buffalo’s Joe Brady was promoted to head coach, narrowing the field. The leading candidates are Davis Webb and Klint Kubiak, with Mike LeFleur also linked to the job. Denver’s firing of Joe Lombardi could influence Webb’s status, and the Raiders remain in the interview process as two other openings move toward completion, leaving three remaining in play (Raiders, Browns, Cardinals).

Eagles Begin Hunt for New OC as Hurts’ Style Tests the Playbook
sports1 month ago

Eagles Begin Hunt for New OC as Hurts’ Style Tests the Playbook

The Philadelphia Eagles are seeking a new offensive coordinator for the fifth straight offseason after Kevin Patullo’s one-year stint, with Jalen Hurts’ improvisational style and the team’s contract structure complicating hires; options include enforcing Hurts’ plays, designing an offense around his game, or drafting a quarterback in later rounds, all amid high pressure and concerns about dysfunction that could deter candidates.

Eagles’ OC hunt stalls as Sirianni’s reputation cools top coordinators
sports1 month ago

Eagles’ OC hunt stalls as Sirianni’s reputation cools top coordinators

Two high-profile candidates reportedly declined the Eagles’ offensive coordinator job under Nick Sirianni, with Charlie Weis Jr. staying at LSU and Declan Doyle remaining with the Bears, while Mike McDaniel moved elsewhere; the piece argues Sirianni’s sideline persona and Philadelphia’s intense pressure deter top play-callers, making a prestigious hire unlikely and increasing the chance the team settles for a less-established coach rather than a top choice.

Browns advance in coaching search with Scheelhaase in second interview
sports1 month ago

Browns advance in coaching search with Scheelhaase in second interview

The Browns completed a second-round interview with Rams pass game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase for their head coach opening, adding him to the list of candidates who have received a second interview after first meeting the team on Jan. 16. Scheelhaase has risen in the Rams’ staff since 2024 (offensive assistant/pass game specialist; promoted to pass game coordinator for 2025) after six seasons at Iowa State (OC/QB coach in 2022; run game coordinator 2021-22; receivers 2019-20; RB 2018) and earlier Illinois (RB coach 2015; offensive analyst 2016-17), contributing to productive passing offenses and bowl appearances.

McDaniel backs out of Bills interview as Buffalo presses ahead with coaching search
sports1 month ago

McDaniel backs out of Bills interview as Buffalo presses ahead with coaching search

Buffalo Bills’ search for an offensive-minded head coach continues after Mike McDaniel canceled his scheduled interview, with reports that he remains in contact but is likely set to join the Los Angeles Chargers as their next offensive coordinator if no head coaching vacancy materializes. Buffalo has already interviewed candidates Joe Brady and Brian Daboll and has upcoming interviews with Anthony Lynn and Grant Udinski.

Browns' coaching search goes data-driven with essays and tests
sports1 month ago

Browns' coaching search goes data-driven with essays and tests

The Cleveland Browns are pursuing a coaching candidate search that emphasizes data-driven methods, including essays, homework assignments, and personality tests, alongside traditional interviews. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero described the process as unusually rigorous, a approach that could appeal to highly analytical candidates but may deter others who prioritize traditional coaching fits. Reports suggest some interested coaches, like Mike McDaniel and Jesse Minter, have withdrawn, underscoring concerns that this method may undermine finding the best on-field leader and reflect a legacy of DiPodesta-era strategies at odds with practical hiring outcomes.

Allen Takes a Seat in Bills’ Coaching Search
sports1 month ago

Allen Takes a Seat in Bills’ Coaching Search

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is reportedly sitting in on the team’s head-coaching interviews, with owner Terry Pegula saying Allen will help select the next coach but won’t run the process. The move aims to leverage Allen’s input while keeping the final decision with management, underscoring the franchise’s focus on maximizing his prime years as they search for the right hire.