Dianna Russini
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Senior NFL insider @theathletic.com @nytimes.com
More on the Cowboys moving on from DC Matt Eberflus after one season:
Cowboys fire defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after one season: Source
The Cowboys had one of the league's worst defenses in Brian Schottenheimer's first season as head coach.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:29 PM
More on the Cowboys moving on from DC Matt Eberflus after one season:
The Titans' interview schedule this week:
Wednesday: Colts DC Lou Anarumo
Thursday: Chiefs OC Matt Nagy
Saturday: Ex-Browns HC Kevin Stefanski
Wednesday: Colts DC Lou Anarumo
Thursday: Chiefs OC Matt Nagy
Saturday: Ex-Browns HC Kevin Stefanski
January 6, 2026 at 2:19 PM
The Titans' interview schedule this week:
Wednesday: Colts DC Lou Anarumo
Thursday: Chiefs OC Matt Nagy
Saturday: Ex-Browns HC Kevin Stefanski
Wednesday: Colts DC Lou Anarumo
Thursday: Chiefs OC Matt Nagy
Saturday: Ex-Browns HC Kevin Stefanski
One name to watch for the Cowboys’ new vacancy? Brian Flores.
NEWS: The Cowboys are firing DC Matt Eberflus, per source.
Dallas will now be searching for its fourth defensive coordinator in four seasons after dismissing the ex-Bears head coach.
Dallas will now be searching for its fourth defensive coordinator in four seasons after dismissing the ex-Bears head coach.
January 6, 2026 at 2:17 PM
One name to watch for the Cowboys’ new vacancy? Brian Flores.
NEWS: The Cowboys are firing DC Matt Eberflus, per source.
Dallas will now be searching for its fourth defensive coordinator in four seasons after dismissing the ex-Bears head coach.
Dallas will now be searching for its fourth defensive coordinator in four seasons after dismissing the ex-Bears head coach.
January 6, 2026 at 2:16 PM
NEWS: The Cowboys are firing DC Matt Eberflus, per source.
Dallas will now be searching for its fourth defensive coordinator in four seasons after dismissing the ex-Bears head coach.
Dallas will now be searching for its fourth defensive coordinator in four seasons after dismissing the ex-Bears head coach.
Keep in mind, many teams’ decisions are not being made in a vacuum. Some teams are waiting to see how the coaching market shakes out and who could become available before making moves of their own.
January 6, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Keep in mind, many teams’ decisions are not being made in a vacuum. Some teams are waiting to see how the coaching market shakes out and who could become available before making moves of their own.
Congrats to all of the deserving NSMA Sports Media award winners but especially my teammates @theathletic.com:
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@kfishbain.bsky.social
@doughaller.bsky.social
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January 6, 2026 at 3:20 AM
Congrats to all of the deserving NSMA Sports Media award winners but especially my teammates @theathletic.com:
@nickijhabvala.bsky.social
@romeovillekid.bsky.social
@kfishbain.bsky.social
@doughaller.bsky.social
@mattgelb.bsky.social
@nickijhabvala.bsky.social
@romeovillekid.bsky.social
@kfishbain.bsky.social
@doughaller.bsky.social
@mattgelb.bsky.social
Many around the league believe that if the relationship between Maxx Crosby and the Raiders remains strained, Vegas would be open to trading its star.
John Spytek was asked about the possibility today ⬇️
www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
John Spytek was asked about the possibility today ⬇️
www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
January 6, 2026 at 12:39 AM
Many around the league believe that if the relationship between Maxx Crosby and the Raiders remains strained, Vegas would be open to trading its star.
John Spytek was asked about the possibility today ⬇️
www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
John Spytek was asked about the possibility today ⬇️
www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
The Falcons have requested to interview Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak for their head coaching vacancy, per source.
Former Texans GM Rick Smith — who is part of the Sportsology firm auditing Atlanta — worked with Klint’s father Gary in Houston from 2006-13.
Former Texans GM Rick Smith — who is part of the Sportsology firm auditing Atlanta — worked with Klint’s father Gary in Houston from 2006-13.
January 5, 2026 at 7:31 PM
The Falcons have requested to interview Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak for their head coaching vacancy, per source.
Former Texans GM Rick Smith — who is part of the Sportsology firm auditing Atlanta — worked with Klint’s father Gary in Houston from 2006-13.
Former Texans GM Rick Smith — who is part of the Sportsology firm auditing Atlanta — worked with Klint’s father Gary in Houston from 2006-13.
Ex-Falcons coach Raheem Morris is expected to interview with teams about their head coaching vacancies, per source.
I’m told that Morris is in the mix for defensive coordinator opportunities as well.
I’m told that Morris is in the mix for defensive coordinator opportunities as well.
January 5, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Ex-Falcons coach Raheem Morris is expected to interview with teams about their head coaching vacancies, per source.
I’m told that Morris is in the mix for defensive coordinator opportunities as well.
I’m told that Morris is in the mix for defensive coordinator opportunities as well.
The Cardinals will be retaining GM Monti Ossenfort, who will lead the search for a new head coach, per source.
Questions surround the future of QB Kyler Murray in Arizona, who now also must fill a head-coaching vacancy.
Questions surround the future of QB Kyler Murray in Arizona, who now also must fill a head-coaching vacancy.
January 5, 2026 at 5:09 PM
The Cardinals will be retaining GM Monti Ossenfort, who will lead the search for a new head coach, per source.
Questions surround the future of QB Kyler Murray in Arizona, who now also must fill a head-coaching vacancy.
Questions surround the future of QB Kyler Murray in Arizona, who now also must fill a head-coaching vacancy.
BREAKING: The Cardinals are firing Jonathan Gannon, per source.
Gannon compiled a 15-36 record over three seasons and zero playoff appearances.
Gannon compiled a 15-36 record over three seasons and zero playoff appearances.
January 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
BREAKING: The Cardinals are firing Jonathan Gannon, per source.
Gannon compiled a 15-36 record over three seasons and zero playoff appearances.
Gannon compiled a 15-36 record over three seasons and zero playoff appearances.
While some coaches and front offices have met with their owners today, others — like the Cowboys — will wait until tomorrow to have those conversations, with player exit meetings taking place today.
January 5, 2026 at 4:50 PM
While some coaches and front offices have met with their owners today, others — like the Cowboys — will wait until tomorrow to have those conversations, with player exit meetings taking place today.
More on the Raiders firing Pete Carroll after one season:
Raiders’ Pete Carroll is one-and-done after miserable season in Las Vegas
GM John Spytek and minority owner Tom Brady will lead all football operations, including the search for a new head coach.
www.nytimes.com
January 5, 2026 at 4:29 PM
More on the Raiders firing Pete Carroll after one season:
Former Browns HC Kevin Stefanski is eager to jump back into the head-coaching ranks, I’m told. He is not taking time off.
Teams with vacancies are expected to show interest in the two-time Coach of the Year winner.
Teams with vacancies are expected to show interest in the two-time Coach of the Year winner.
January 5, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Former Browns HC Kevin Stefanski is eager to jump back into the head-coaching ranks, I’m told. He is not taking time off.
Teams with vacancies are expected to show interest in the two-time Coach of the Year winner.
Teams with vacancies are expected to show interest in the two-time Coach of the Year winner.
As part of their statement, the Raiders make it clear minority owner Tom Brady will be at the front of the head-coaching search along with GM John Spytek.
January 5, 2026 at 4:22 PM
As part of their statement, the Raiders make it clear minority owner Tom Brady will be at the front of the head-coaching search along with GM John Spytek.
The Raiders will have a new coach in 2026, the franchise’s sixth since 2021, including interims:
Jon Gruden
Rich Bisaccia
Josh McDaniels
Antonio Pierce
Pete Carroll
Jon Gruden
Rich Bisaccia
Josh McDaniels
Antonio Pierce
Pete Carroll
January 5, 2026 at 4:17 PM
The Raiders will have a new coach in 2026, the franchise’s sixth since 2021, including interims:
Jon Gruden
Rich Bisaccia
Josh McDaniels
Antonio Pierce
Pete Carroll
Jon Gruden
Rich Bisaccia
Josh McDaniels
Antonio Pierce
Pete Carroll
BREAKING: The Raiders are firing head coach Pete Carroll, sources say.
Carroll, who became the oldest head coach in NFL history this year, departs after just one season in Las Vegas.
Carroll, who became the oldest head coach in NFL history this year, departs after just one season in Las Vegas.
January 5, 2026 at 4:17 PM
BREAKING: The Raiders are firing head coach Pete Carroll, sources say.
Carroll, who became the oldest head coach in NFL history this year, departs after just one season in Las Vegas.
Carroll, who became the oldest head coach in NFL history this year, departs after just one season in Las Vegas.
A reminder of the interview timelines for assistants: www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
January 5, 2026 at 3:43 PM
A reminder of the interview timelines for assistants: www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...
In a statement, the Giants say they will stick with GM Joe Schoen and believe in their young core of talent:
January 5, 2026 at 3:42 PM
In a statement, the Giants say they will stick with GM Joe Schoen and believe in their young core of talent:
Titans head coach interview requests:
- Chiefs OC Matt Nagy
- Broncos DC Vance Joseph
- Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo
- Colts DC Lou Anarumo
- Chiefs OC Matt Nagy
- Broncos DC Vance Joseph
- Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo
- Colts DC Lou Anarumo
January 5, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Titans head coach interview requests:
- Chiefs OC Matt Nagy
- Broncos DC Vance Joseph
- Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo
- Colts DC Lou Anarumo
- Chiefs OC Matt Nagy
- Broncos DC Vance Joseph
- Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo
- Colts DC Lou Anarumo
As expected, the Bengals are retaining both head coach Zac Taylor and director of player personnel Duke Tobin, the team announced.
January 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM
As expected, the Bengals are retaining both head coach Zac Taylor and director of player personnel Duke Tobin, the team announced.
The Falcons will soon begin interviewing candidates for their president of football and fill the role before picking their next head coach and GM.
While Matt Ryan is expected to be the lead candidate, the team must comply with the league's Rooney Rule before making any hire official.
While Matt Ryan is expected to be the lead candidate, the team must comply with the league's Rooney Rule before making any hire official.
January 5, 2026 at 2:38 PM
The Falcons will soon begin interviewing candidates for their president of football and fill the role before picking their next head coach and GM.
While Matt Ryan is expected to be the lead candidate, the team must comply with the league's Rooney Rule before making any hire official.
While Matt Ryan is expected to be the lead candidate, the team must comply with the league's Rooney Rule before making any hire official.
More on the Browns firing Kevin Stefanski after six seasons:
Browns fire head coach Kevin Stefanski after 6 seasons
Stefanski was named NFL Coach of the Year in 2020 and 2023, but the team failed to find a long-term answer at QB during his tenure.
www.nytimes.com
January 5, 2026 at 2:15 PM
More on the Browns firing Kevin Stefanski after six seasons:
As for the future of GM Andrew Berry, owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam say he will stay and “immediately begin our thorough process to find an outstanding new head coach and leader of our football team.”
BREAKING: The Browns have fired head coach Kevin Stefanski, per sources.
Cleveland moves on from the two-time Coach of the Year, who led the franchise to the playoffs twice in his tenure and the team’s only playoff win since 2000.
Cleveland moves on from the two-time Coach of the Year, who led the franchise to the playoffs twice in his tenure and the team’s only playoff win since 2000.
January 5, 2026 at 2:03 PM
As for the future of GM Andrew Berry, owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam say he will stay and “immediately begin our thorough process to find an outstanding new head coach and leader of our football team.”
BREAKING: The Browns have fired head coach Kevin Stefanski, per sources.
Cleveland moves on from the two-time Coach of the Year, who led the franchise to the playoffs twice in his tenure and the team’s only playoff win since 2000.
Cleveland moves on from the two-time Coach of the Year, who led the franchise to the playoffs twice in his tenure and the team’s only playoff win since 2000.
January 5, 2026 at 1:59 PM
BREAKING: The Browns have fired head coach Kevin Stefanski, per sources.
Cleveland moves on from the two-time Coach of the Year, who led the franchise to the playoffs twice in his tenure and the team’s only playoff win since 2000.
Cleveland moves on from the two-time Coach of the Year, who led the franchise to the playoffs twice in his tenure and the team’s only playoff win since 2000.