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NFL coaching carousel 2026: Full tracker of head coach and GM firings, hirings and interviews

NFL offseason sparks major coaching and GM shakeups as teams reset leadership ahead of the 2026 season

By Aritra Chatterjee

Jan 09, 2026 19:51 IST

The NFL offseason has brought a wave of leadership changes, with multiple franchises choosing to reset at the head coach and front-office level after underwhelming seasons. As the free agency and the draft approach, teams are moving quickly to reshape their leadership groups.

Below is a team-by-team snapshot of all major head coach and general manager developments so far.

Baltimore Ravens

The Ravens have moved on from long-time head coach John Harbaugh, bringing an end to one of the league’s most stable coaching tenures. Baltimore has already begun its interview process and is expected to prioritise candidates with strong defensive backgrounds.

Cleveland Browns

Cleveland dismissed Kevin Stefanski following another inconsistent campaign despite earlier playoff success. The Browns have opened interviews internally while assessing whether continuity or a full reset best suits the franchise.

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Las Vegas Raiders

The Raiders fired Pete Carroll after a disappointing season, triggering yet another coaching search in Las Vegas. Ownership is heavily involved in the process, though no confirmed interview list has been made public.

Miami Dolphins

Miami currently has vacancies at both head coach and general manager, signalling a complete organisational reset. The Dolphins are still in the early stages of their search and are expected to proceed cautiously.

New York Giants

The Giants parted ways with Brian Daboll during the season after a poor start. General manager Joe Schoen remains in place and is leading the coaching search, with external candidates likely to dominate the shortlist.

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Tennessee Titans

Tennessee made its coaching change earlier in the season and has since maintained a low-profile search. While no interviews have been officially confirmed, movement is expected following the postseason.

Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals moved on from Jonathan Gannon after three seasons as they reassess their long-term direction. Arizona has not yet announced interviews, but the next hire is expected to align with a broader rebuild plan.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta dismissed both head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot, opting for a complete leadership overhaul. The Falcons are targeting a new regime before major offseason decisions.

As interviews continue and postseason obligations clear, the hiring cycle is expected to accelerate, with teams prioritising long-term vision, quarterback development and organisational stability.

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