NFL Coaching Vacancies Increase Ahead of 2024 Season

The 2025 NFL coaching carousel is in full swing, with multiple teams, including the Jets, Bears, and Saints, making significant changes by firing their coaches. As of now, the New Orleans Saints coaching vacancy is considered the least attractive due to salary cap issues and an aging roster, while the New York Jets boast talent but face challenges with ownership's influence on decision-making. Jacksonville's situation is complicated by the retention of GM Trent Baalke, raising questions about the future of their head coach after Doug Pederson's firing. Detroit's offensive coordinator, Ben Johnson, has emerged as a top candidate for head coaching positions, praised for his innovative offensive strategies. The landscape suggests a competitive hiring cycle, with the potential for five additional vacancies depending on upcoming decisions. As teams prepare for the future, the focus will be on assembling effective coaching staffs amidst a shifting NFL landscape.