All articles tagged with #coaching vacancy
ESPN's College GameDay discussed potential candidates for Penn State's next head coach, with Matt Rhule and Matt Campbell highlighted as top options, while other names like Manny Diaz and Nick Saban were also considered; Rhule is the favorite but has expressed interest in staying at Nebraska, and Saban has ruled out the job.
The New York Knicks are close to filling their remaining NBA head coach position after being without a coach for a month, with an announcement expected soon.
The New York Knicks plan to request permission from the Dallas Mavericks to speak with Jason Kidd about their coaching position, as interest in Kidd has grown.
Bill Belichick reportedly reached out to the New York Jets about their coaching vacancy, despite his infamous resignation from the team in 2000. This inquiry comes after Jets owner Woody Johnson fired coach Robert Saleh, a move Belichick publicly criticized. The timing of this revelation suggests Belichick may be betting on Johnson making another poor hiring decision, leaving Jets fans to speculate on what could have been if Belichick had returned.
Former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick has reportedly interviewed for the head-coaching position at the University of North Carolina, following the firing of Mack Brown. While it's unclear how serious the discussions are, Belichick, who has been out of coaching since leaving the Patriots, is open to both college and NFL opportunities. He has been involved with the Washington Huskies' program, where his son Steve is the defensive coordinator. Belichick's interest in college football has grown, and he remains a potential candidate for NFL coaching roles as well.
Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams plans to hire a coach with NHL experience and pedigree, emphasizing the need to push the team to the next level. He believes in the team's young core and sees the coaching vacancy as an attractive opportunity. Adams also confirmed that some assistant coaches and staff will remain, but their responsibilities will be determined with the new head coach. Despite the team's improvement under Don Granato, Adams felt a coaching change was necessary to take the next step.
BYU Cougars head coach Mark Pope, a former member of the 1996 NCAA National Championship team at Kentucky, is reportedly a candidate for the head coaching vacancy at Kentucky. With a successful coaching record, including a 110–52 record in five seasons at BYU, Pope is being considered as a potential candidate for the position, although it remains to be seen if he will be seriously considered for the opening.
UConn head coach Dan Hurley laughed off rumors linking him to the Kentucky coaching vacancy, stating that his family is content in the Northeast and jokingly mentioning that he can't afford a divorce. Despite his comments, industry sources indicate that Kentucky is willing to make him the highest-paid coach in the sport, with reports suggesting they will speak with Hurley, Billy Donovan, and Scott Drew. Hurley signed a contract extension last year, but Kentucky's financial resources may pose a challenge for UConn to retain him.
Kentucky's unexpected coaching vacancy has sparked speculation about potential candidates to replace John Calipari, with names like Scott Drew, Billy Donovan, Sean Miller, Rick Pitino, and Mark Pope being considered. However, Dan Hurley and Nate Oats are both off the list, with Hurley expressing commitment to UConn and Oats releasing a statement affirming his commitment to Alabama. Kentucky's next coach will likely need to prioritize recruiting, given the program's history of top-tier recruiting classes under Calipari.
Ole Miss basketball coach Chris Beard is reportedly a top candidate for the coaching vacancy at Arkansas following Eric Musselman's departure to Southern California. Beard's coaching career includes a successful stint at Little Rock and a promising start at Ole Miss, although the team struggled towards the end of the season. Recent reports have raised questions about the status of Beard's contract extension at Ole Miss, but records indicate that he did sign a new state contract. Beard's hiring at Ole Miss came after a midseason dismissal at Texas, and he has been in the spotlight for off-court issues in the past.
The New England Patriots' offensive coordinator job has received scathing reviews from multiple sources around the NFL, with little buzz generated league-wide and concerns about the quality of the position. The team's best playmaker being a 6th round pick and uncertainty surrounding the team's direction under new head coach Jerod Mayo are among the reasons cited. While defensive and special teams coordinator vacancies have been filled, the offensive coordinator position remains unfilled, with Nick Caley reportedly being the favorite for the role.
Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald will have a second interview with the Seattle Seahawks after an initial meeting on Tuesday. The 36-year-old has been with the Ravens for the last two seasons and is considered a prime candidate for the head coaching position with the Seahawks, who are looking to fill one of the remaining vacancies in the NFL.
Despite being a strong favorite for the head coaching job with the Atlanta Falcons, Bill Belichick was passed over in favor of Raheem Morris due to disagreements over the level of power Belichick would have within the organization. Belichick sought a significant amount of control over football operations, mirroring his role with the Patriots, but the Falcons already have a general manager in place. This decision makes it unlikely that Belichick will be a head coach for an NFL team in 2024, as he hasn't interviewed with the Seahawks and Commanders, the only other teams with a head coaching vacancy.
Analyst Craig Carton claims that legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick will be the next head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs after current head coach Andy Reid retires, despite Reid's denial of considering retirement. Belichick was snubbed by the Atlanta Falcons for their head coach vacancy, with reports suggesting that the front office feared for their own job security if Belichick was hired. The Chiefs are said to fear Reid's potential departure, and uncertainty over his future could impact the NFL coaching market.
Former Titans head coach Mike Vrabel is set to interview with the Panthers on Thursday for their head coaching vacancy, following his second interview with the Falcons on Wednesday. The Panthers are also holding second interviews with other coaching candidates and have recently hired Dan Morgan as their new General Manager, which is expected to impact the final steps in their coaching search.