There are nine NFL coaching openings for the 2026 season. There are more than nine candidates to fill them. Here's how landing spots could end up.

New York Giants: The Giants have a roster with several potential breakout stars in their first years in the NFL, and a Pro-Bowl caliber defensive front. They play in an NFC East division that has been weak in recent years outside of the Eagles, and the right leader could turn things around in a hurry.

Will the Arizona Cardinals fire head coach Jonathan Gannon or at least shake up his staff? His is among the many NFL head-coaching jobs at risk.

The 2025 NFL season is in the books, and it offered a clear reminder that spending big on the sideline does not always guarantee success on the field. Coaching salaries continue to climb as teams chase stability,

Monday marked nine years since the Los Angeles Rams hired Sean McVay as their head coach, the best decision made by the franchise in decades. It feels like just yesterday that the Rams announced the hiring but seven playoff appearances, two Super Bowl trips and one championship later, he’s become one of the top coaches in football.

As NFL teams look to fill their head-coaching vacancies, these nine candidates should get close consideration for the openings.

The coaching and GM carousel began in earnest with the conclusion of the regular season. Here are names to watch to fill the roles.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports quarterback Philip Rivers possible candidate for current head coach vacancies.

Is Matt Lafleur staying with the Packers? Follow for the latest coaching rumors, NFL coaching hires and more on Jan. 15.

ESPN’s Tony Grossi reveals two frontrunners for the Browns head coach job, including a 75% favorite currently leading another NFL team.