NFL Teams Pursue Multiple Coaching Candidates

Following the conclusion of the 2024 NFL regular season, several teams are actively seeking new head coaches amid a wave of firings. Notably, the New England Patriots dismissed Jerod Mayo, and the Dallas Cowboys parted ways with Mike McCarthy, joining the Chicago Bears, New York Jets, and New Orleans Saints in their coaching searches. The Jets are particularly thorough, having interviewed 12 candidates with more expected, while the Bears are considering 15 candidates after firing Matt Eberflus. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Bengals are also in the midst of a coaching search, aiming to replace four coaches. Each team is evaluating potential hires based on roster talent and long-term outlook, with the Patriots reportedly looking to hire another former linebacker as their head coach. The coaching carousel is expected to continue as teams finalize their decisions in this crucial offseason.