Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has some of the traits that turn pros into living legends, and he's close to one in particular.
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The NFL head coaching vacancies are filling up fast. The Chicago Bears landed Ben Johnson, the New England Patriots hired Mike Vrabel, and the New York Jets got Aaron Glenn to fill their vacancies. That's three of the seven openings filled.
Hughes’ NFL experience includes a two-year stint as the Vikings’ defensive backs coach under Bud Grant in 1982 and 1983, giving him a connection with one of the Raiders’ head coach candidates. Grant retired after the 1983 season, but returned to Minnesota in 1985 and hired Pete Carroll in Hughes’ former position.
The Dallas Cowboys coaching search added a new name to the mix on Thursday, with Jerry Jones connecting with Pete Carroll.
It was a very rough year for the Chicago Bears and Chairman George McCaskey, but the hiring of Ben Johnson as coach gives fans reason for optimism.
After multiple cycles as a top name on the carousel, Johnson grew comfortable joining the setup in Chicago. Plus, how Sean McDermott entered the NFL ranks and a few assistant coaches who are now top coordinator candidates.
The Las Vegas Raiders may not be able to draft a quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft but could add one in free agency.
With Ben Johnson accepting the Chicago Bears’ head coaching gig, the Las Vegas Raiders will have to pivot to another sideline general. There was a lot of buzz that Raiders minority owner Tom Brady was zeroed in on Johnson,
The Seattle Seahawks are seeking their next offensive coordinator, but it appears the market is heating up and they are facing stiffer competition than anticipated for their finalists. Among the finalists for the offensive coordinator position are Grant Udinski,
The Washington Commanders are in the NFC championship game after going 12-5 in the regular season and winning two playoff games.