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2015 NFL Hirings/Firings

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The 2014 NFL regular season is winding to a close, which can mean only one thing, of course — so is the employment of several head coaches.

Black Monday is right around the corner, the day after the season typically is when the ax begins to fall. Last year, it claimed five coaches before noon, this year, the casualties might nearly double...
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Some early Black Monday news...


Stephen Ross: Dolphin's Philbin coming back


Adam Schefter ‏@AdamSchefter
Jets owner Woody Johnson is preparing to hire former Texans and Redskins GM Charley Casserly as a consultant in the event the organization decides to make any changes, per league sources.

The jobs of Jets head coach Rex Ryan and John Idzik both are very much in jeopardy and, should the Jets make any changes, Johnson would be ready to move forward with the football expertise and manpower he would need surrounding him.
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The San Francisco 49ers will part ways with Jim Harbaugh within 48 hours of the end of the season, according to Jay Glazer of FOX Sports.

49ers CEO Jed York has reportedly asked Harbaugh about his plans next season, regarding rumors that he will head to Michigan, and the head coach was said to be undecided.

York has not officially commented.
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Adam Schefter ‏@AdamSchefter
Jim Harbaugh and 49ers have mutually parted ways.
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Adam Schefter ‏@AdamSchefter
Shapes up as busy bye week for Patriots OC Josh McDaniels, Seahawks DC Dan Quinn, Broncos OC Adam Gase, amongst others.

This is the week that coordinators on teams with a bye are allowed to interview with teams that have bye weeks, and those three coordinators are expected to receive requests to interview with teams making head-coaching changes, per sources.

San Francisco is likely to come calling on each, and it has ties to all three. Quinn and Gase each served as quality control coaches for the 49ers, Quinn under former San Francisco head coaches Steve Mariucci and Jim Mora, and Gase under former 49ers head coach Mike Nolan. And McDaniels interviewed for the 49ers head coaching in the past. McDaniels, Quinn and Gase will be three of the hottest names out there, though far from the only ones.
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If McDaniels gets another HC job, he may be interested in Brian Hoyer & Ryan Mallett.
 
As soon as I saw Mike Smith on hard knocks, I immediately though: they have to fire this guy.

He gave off a Kubiak vibe that was unmistakable. I'd heard that the Falcons had been underperforming the last few years, and the minute I saw him, I was like "Welp."

Seems like a nice guy, though.
 
houstonspartan said:
As soon as I saw Mike Smith on hard knocks, I immediately though: they have to fire this guy.

He gave off a Kubiak vibe that was unmistakable. I'd heard that the Falcons had been underperforming the last few years, and the minute I saw him, I was like "Welp."

Seems like a nice guy, though.
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Yup. Imo, he was worse than Kubiak. Smith seemed soft to me. It always irked me watching Jones and Roddy White decide when they'd practice. He supposedly wanted toughness this season lol
 
Falcons retain Dimitroff. The longer he's been with the team the worse both lines got. He's living off trading up to draft Julio Jones. Over time I've seen a lot more style/salesman than substance.

Bears needed to punt Emery. What a disaster.

Would love to see Rex Ryan as Raiders HC just for the evilness of it all, but he'd ruin Carr. Somebody should hire him, imo. Players will play for him.

49ers on the precipice of... greatness or ruin?

Jets org was so magnificently dysfunctional -- hope Woody keeps the show going with more awful hires. Team is not far away, not a difficult fix.
 
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Falcons retain Dimitroff. The longer he's been with the team the worse both lines got. He's living off trading up to draft Julio Jones. Over time I've seen a lot more style/salesman than substance.

Bears needed to punt Emery. What a disaster.

Would love to see Rex Ryan as Raiders HC just for the evilness of it all, but he'd ruin Carr. Somebody should hire him, imo. Players will play for him.49ers on the precipice of... greatness or ruin?

Jets org was so magnificently dysfunctional -- hope Woody keeps the show going with more awful hires. Team is not far away, not a difficult fix.
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See i don't think so...With Carr already in place there & looking pretty good. Bringing Rex in to solidify that defense...that would be the perfect fit for him honestly.
 
With Week 17 wrapped up, we turn our attention to the top head-coaching candidates from around the NFL.

1. Rex Ryan, Jets coach: Owner Woody Johnson quickly cut the cord Monday on Ryan and general manager John Idzik. Although Ryan has been undone by his almost willful disregard for offense and inability to identify coaches capable of developing quarterbacks, he's still respected as one of the game's premier defensive minds. John Fox, a coach with a similar profile, has succeeded with the help of a franchise quarterback in Denver.

2. Todd Bowles, Cardinals defensive coordinator: With maniacal blitzes and creative scheming, Bowles has fashioned an island of misfit toys into one of the NFL's most overachieving defenses. Bowles offers experience as an interim head coach with the Dolphins in 2011 and has interviewed for openings in each of the past few seasons. The Cardinals have already acknowledged Bowles will be one of the hot candidates in January.

3. Dan Quinn, Seahawks defensive coordinator: The Seahawks stand atop the NFL's defensive rankings in points and yards 10 months after Quinn cooked up one of the best game plans in Super Bowl history. Quinn is one of the main reasons pass rusher Michael Bennett boasted recently that Seattle is now home to the greatest defense ever to hit the gridiron. If Quinn draws interest around the league, Pete Carroll will have no qualms about nudging his top lieutenant out of the nest.


4. Teryl Austin, Lions defensive coordinator: In his first year as coordinator, Austin's Detroit defense is second only to Quinn's in points and yards thanks to his aggressive, player-friendly approach. Chairman John Wooten has said Austin will be one of the top-three minority candidates the Fritz Pollard Alliance Foundation will submit to NFL teams with coaching vacancies this off-season. Austin is "absolutely" open to interviews next month.

5. Adam Gase, Broncos offensive coordinator: One of the NFL's bright, young offensive minds, Gase turned down an opportunity to interview for the Browns' job last January, focusing instead on Denver's Super Bowl run. Former Rams coach Mike Martz believes Gase is excellent at scheming matchup advantages, which would help a team with a young quarterback in need of a guiding hand.

6. Hue Jackson, Bengals offensive coordinator: In addition to his semi-successful stint as Raiders head coach, Jackson has plenty of experience developing quarterbacks, running backs and wide receivers at the college and pro level. Despite injuries to Marvin Jones, Tyler Eifert and A.J. Green, he has kept Cincinnati's offense afloat thanks to a strong rushing attack and crafty game plans. One concern for prospective teams: Andy Dalton's regression in Jackson's first season replacing Jay Gruden.

7. Darrell Bevell, Seahawks offensive coordinator: Bevell worked with Brett Favre in Green Bay and Minnesota before helping to develop Russell Wilson in Seattle. He's also had the good fortune to work with two of the best running backs of the past decade in Adrian Peterson and Marshawn Lynch. After spending the offseason tinkering with Wilson and Percy Harvin, Bevell has found himself leaning on Lynch and a passing attack that relies on Wilson's extraordinary improvisational skills. How will interested teams interpret that temporary identity crisis?


8. Josh McDaniels, Patriots offensive coordinator: Not ready to become a head coach at age 33, McDaniels crashed and burned with the Broncos in 2010. He has rehabilitated his image as an offensive specialist since returning to New England four years ago. Although he's viewed as a quarterback guru, McDaniels was not able to develop a handpicked Tim Tebow or former No. 1 overall draft pick Sam Bradford. There is also speculation that he is not all that eager to leave his station as Bill Belichick's right-hand man.

9. Mike Shanahan, free agent: Will NFL teams view Shanahan in a different light after Jay Gruden went through similar struggles with Robert Griffin III this season? The former Broncos and Redskins coach is interested in coaching again, but only for the right organization with a roster ready to contend. The problem is those teams don't tend to have head-coaching vacancies.

Other names to watch: Jim Schwartz, Gary Kubiak, Pep Hamilton, Kyle Shanahan, Norv Turner, Mike Singletary
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11 potential candidates to be the next Bears GM
Chris Ballard, Chiefs director of player personnel

Longtime college scout for the Bears, Ballard was promoted to become the director of pro scouting in Phil Emery's first season with the team before departing to work under John Dorsey in Kansas City. He's handled pro and college scouting responsibilities in Kansas City. Was the Bears' Southwest area scout from 2001 to 2011 and there was no area the team went to more often for players. Helped draft Pro Bowl players like Matt Forte, Charles Tillman, Tommie Harris, Johnny Knox and Nathan Vasher. Also was the scout that worked with failed picks such as Cedric Benson and Mark Bradley. Knows the lay of the land at Halas Hall and was well liked. Was considered a leading candidate for the Buccaneers GM job last year before he removed himself from consideration.

Morocco Brown, Browns vice president of player personnel

Former Bears assistant director of pro personnel for seven seasons, he joined the Browns staff under GM Ray Farmer a year ago after a six-year run as the Redskins director of pro personnel. Bears' Super Bowl run in 2006 was fueled by a series of free-agent moves which is how the club built the line and much of the offense. Credited with bringing wide receiver Pierre Garcon to the Redskins. Had a two-year stint as a scouting assistant with the Redskins before the Bears and worked as a scouting intern for the Colts. Played college ball at North Carolina State where he was teammates with Cardinals GM Steve Keim.

Eric DeCosta, Ravens assistant general manager

Key contributor to the ongoing success of the Ravens. His contract virtually ensures him of being the GM-in-waiting when Ozzie Newsome retires to it would take a perfect situation for him to consider an out clause in his deal. The Bears might not offer that. Originally joined the Ravens in 1996 and moved up through the ranks as an area scout, director of college scouting, director of player personnel and now assistant GM overseeing the entire operation. Will be in high demand if any team senses he might be ready to strike out on his own but most doubt that happens.

Brian Gaine, Texans director of pro personnel

Assistant GM of the Dolphins for six seasons, he moved to Houston this past year where the Texans enjoyed a strong turnaround from a disastrous 2-14 season. Before going to Miami he worked three years as the assistant director of pro scouting for the Cowboys following a six-year run with the Jets where he rose to the level of assistant director of pro scouting. While background is heavy on the pro side, he's also played a hand in draft work.

Tom Gamble, Eagles vice president of player personnel

Has played a role in working with 11 playoff teams in Philadelphia, San Francisco and Indianapolis. Worked as the director of player personnel and director of pro personnel for the 49ers and has a deep background in pro and college scouting. Worked under Bill Polian for the Colts. Once a quality control coach for the Jets, he's also done work for the Ravens and Panthers.

Scot McCloughan, consultant.

Has experience with some highly successful organizations as he laid the groundwork for the roster that Jim Harbaugh guided to three consecutive NFC Championship Games. Left his position as GM of the 49ers before the 2010 season. Also worked alongside Seahawks GM John Schneider as they reached the Super Bowl. Previously worked for the Packers and grew up in the industry as his father was a longtime personnel man for the Raiders.

George Paton, Vikings assistant general manager.

A former assistant director of pro personnel for the Bears under Mark Hatley, Paton just completed his seventh season in Minnesota working with GM Rick Spielman. The Vikings have been extremely aggressive in the draft in recent seasons with seven first-round picks in the last three years and have pulled off some successful trades like dealing away wide receiver Percy Harvin to the Seahawks. Has a hand in the college scouting process as well. The Vikings won consecutive NFC North titles in 2008 and 2009 and sent 10 players to the Pro Bowl after the 2009 season – five via the draft, four from free agency and one the product of a trade. Worked for six seasons as the director of pro personnel for the Dolphins.

Duke Tobin, Bengals director of player personnel

Has worked in Cincinnati where 1999 and has proceeded to help put together a roster that has now reached the playoffs in four consecutive years with an owner that generally is averse to spending big money in free agency. The Bengals also have a very small scouting staff in comparison to other organizations and the club has consistently hit with mid- and late-round draft picks. It's possible the Bengals could consider giving him the title of GM as the team does not have one. Has ties to the Bears as his father is Bill Tobin, the club's former GM, and his uncle is Vince, the defensive coordinator under Mike Ditka after Buddy Ryan departed.

Lionel Vital, Falcons director of player personnel.

Just completed his second season in current role after previously being an assistant in personnel. Works closely with GM Thomas Dimitroff in the college scouting process. Previously was a national scout for the Ravens and held the title of assistant director of college scouting for the Patriots from 2001 to 2004. Has also worked for the Jets and Browns in a 23-year scouting career.

Eliot Wolf, Packers director of pro personnel

Considered young at 32 but two lieutenants of Ted Thompson that have struck out on their own have had success in John Schneider in Seattle and John Dorsey in Kansas City. The son of highly regarded personnel man Ron Wolf, he has worked in Green Bay for the past 11 seasons, the last three as the director of pro personnel. While he has a background heavy on the pro side, the Packers also involve him in college scouting during the season and he plays a role in the draft.

Brian Xanders, Lions senior personnel executive

Could the man that traded Jay Cutler from the Broncos to the Bears be a possibility to join the Bears? It's impossible to argue Xanders didn't win that trade. He's completing his second season as an assistant under GM Martin Mayhew in Detroit and previously Xanders worked five years in Denver, the final four as the general manager. Had highly productive drafts in Denver and Broncos became only the third team since the 1970 NFL merger to win its division and a playoff game with a new head coach following a four-win season the previous year. Prior to going to Denver had long run in front office of the Falcons.
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I think Rex would do very well in Atlanta. The offense has holes but they already have important key pieces in place. The defense is transferring to his preferred style of defense, the 34. He could whip that defense into shape quickly and add toughness to the team.
 
Mr teX said:
See i don't think so...With Carr already in place there & looking pretty good. Bringing Rex in to solidify that defense...that would be the perfect fit for him honestly.
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Because first year QBs who look decent never regress and always continue to develop?

Unless somebody dictates to Rex that the offense belongs to someone else, and then hires that someone else themselves (which Rex would never agree to in the first place), Rex in Oakland will ruin Derek Carr.
 
I see Rex taking a year off and doing some commentating. He's a character and would fit in to one of the many oregame shows. I see him returning the following year.
 
ChampionTexan said:
Because first year QBs who look decent never regress and always continue to develop?

Unless somebody dictates to Rex that the offense belongs to someone else, and then hires that someone else themselves (which Rex would never agree to in the first place), Rex in Oakland will ruin Derek Carr.
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I really don't understand the fascination with Rex. If there was ever a definition of shouldn't be a HC and should stick with DC it's him. He sucks at even being allowed to look at an offense.
 
Not very impressed by Bears CEO Ted Phillips here, I think I'd have fired him too.


edit: Hah!, I guess McCaskeys feel same way...


Adam Schefter ‏@AdamSchefter
Bears announced they are using former Giants GM Ernie Accorsi as a consultant in their GM-HC search.
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According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Jets have requested interviews with Cardinals defensive coordinator Todd Bowles, Seattle assistant head coach Tom Cable, Ravens offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak, Chargers offensive coordinator Frank Reich and Seahawks defensive coordinator Dan Quinn.
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From PFT
 
Bleacher Report's Dan Pompei reports the Bears are interested in Ravens OC Gary Kubiak for their head-coaching vacancy.

Chicago is also interested in Ravens assistant GM Eric DeCosta for their general-manager opening. That'll be the tougher one to pull off, but a Kubiak-DeCosta duo would be a good get for the Bears. Kubiak appears to have successfully rehabbed his value after just one year as Ravens' offensive play-caller. He was fired as the Texans' head coach last December. Joe Flacco set new career-highs in passing yards and touchdowns under Kubiak this season.

Related: Bears

Source: Dan Pompei on Twitter
 
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Chris Mortensen ‏@mortreport
The Eagles have fired Tom Gamble, VP of player personnel. It may be announced as “parting ways” with Gamble but it is what it is.
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Hate to be a rumormonger but this is getting too much play than I can ignore, consider the source...

ProFootballTalk @ProFootballTalk
It would be perfect if the Eagles trade Chip Kelly to the 49ers.

Plugged-in league source senses there could be "something big" going on in Philly in the aftermath of Tom Gamble's departure.
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Adam Schefter ‏@AdamSchefter
Bills have requested HC interviews with Seahawks OC Darrell Bevell, Broncos OC Adam Gase, Patriots OC Josh McDaniels, Seahawks DC Dan Quinn.

Packers have promoted Eliot Wolf to director of player personnel.
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Hate to be a rumormonger but this is getting too much play than I can ignore, consider the source...

ProFootballTalk @ProFootballTalk
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What's the context of the PFT tweet? Why would it be "perfect" if PHI traded Kelly to SF? Are they referencing the Bay Area's relative proximity to Oregon and/or Mariota?
 
I think Kubiak is content to be an OC, and that's okay:

Ravens' Gary Kubiak says he's not interested right now in head-coaching vacancies

“I’ve told you guys before, I’m consumed with what I’m doing,” Kubiak said Wednesday. “It’s not time for stuff like that. I talked to John Monday morning and I told John, ‘If anybody wants to talk to me, tell them no.’ I’m a busy man right now. I have a lot to do.

"I think it’s always flattering as a coach to be mentioned by any organization in football, but no, my total focus is on our football team and trying to enjoy what I’m doing right now.

"I don't think about those things, I told you guys that," Kubiak said. "I've been through it. I had my turn, and I'm really enjoying what I'm doing. I've told you guys that over and over again. I don't think about what's next. I'm enjoying what's right now, and that's this organization, this football team and these players.

"I'm really enjoying what I'm doing. I just want to stay focused on that. That's been my message to John and my message to myself."
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Obviously Kubiak is busy with a playoff game, but I would not be surprised if he's just not interested in HC gigs right now, all things considered. It has to take a toll on a guy, and with 8 years behind him and a health scare, he knows he can always get a good gig as an OC.
 
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Hate to be a rumormonger but this is getting too much play than I can ignore, consider the source...

ProFootballTalk @ProFootballTalk
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Philadelphia Eagles ‏@Eagles
Coach Kelly will oversee player personnel department and lead efforts to hire a new personnel executive, a process that begins immediately.

Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie announces new structural change for the #Eagles: Howie Roseman elevated to Executive VP of Football Ops.
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Meh, sounds like Roseman fired Gamble to avoid anymore 2-on-1 personnel disagreements... and added his salary to his own pay.

Gamble was aligned with, brought in by Kelly.
 
Jason La Canfora ‏@JasonLaCanfora
Heard Vic Fangio's interview with the 49ers, who already know him quite well, lasted in excess of 6 hours and was very impressive. Interesting
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Kelly wins, so now it's all on him
There was a power struggle, according to multiple Eagles and NFL sources, one that had as much to do with the Kelly-Roseman personality clash. And over the 48 hours between Gamble's ousting and Lurie's announcement, Kelly prevailed.
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Lurie... ultimately sided with Kelly. Roseman got a contract extension through 2020 and likely more money, but for the 39-year-old who only ever wanted to be a GM, he took quite the fall.

He essentially has the same job he had a decade ago - in charge of the salary cap and contract negotiations - before he moved over to player evaluation. He appeared to be working on an alternative plan. Roseman or his agent, Bob LaMonte, had approach the New York Jets about their GM vacancy, per NFL sources...
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There's still more to this story than I can get at this time, but the gist of the outcome is as above. NFL soap opera.
 
Ian Rapoport @RapSheet
This is an interesting one. Wade Phillips will interview for the #Redskins defensive coordinator opening this week, source says.
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Talked about this with Dr. CND last week.
 
Albert Breer ‏@AlbertBreer
Jets will interview Chris Grier (Miami) for the GM spot tomorrow, and Cards DC Todd Bowles and Chargers OC Frank Reich on Wed for the HC job
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Chris Grier is son of longtime Texans personnel man Bobby Grier.
 
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Albert Breer ‏@AlbertBreer


Chris Grier is son of longtime Texans personnel man Bobby Grier.
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Frank Reich... Frank Reich...

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Nope... That name's dead to me.

& Bobby Grier... Does he get any credit for the Patriots 3 Super Bowls?
 
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