Who should Mike Vrabel hire as his defensive coordinator in New England? Albert Breer and Phil Perry discuss the Patriots' DC opening.
BOSTON – The New England Patriots have hired Mike Vrabel as the team's next head coach, filling a massive void for the organization. But the franchise's work is far from done this offseason.
Former Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and Browns tight ends coach/passing game specialist Tommy Rees have been potential OCs connected to Vrabel. Former Jets head coach Robert Saleh is viewed as one of the top defensive coordinator candidates around the NFL.
Will Josh McDaniels, Wes Welker and Bryan Cox return? Here's a look at who might be Vrabel's assistant coaches.
Newly hired Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel understands the importance of repairing the offensive line before next season.
Another reported candidate, Browns tight ends coach/pass game specialist Tommy Rees, looks to be off the board. Cleveland promoted Rees to offensive coordinator Tuesday afternoon, following his first and only season with the organization. Vrabel worked with Rees last year, when he served in a hybrid coach/consultant role for the Browns.
After a 5-12, last-place season that included 10 consecutive losses and the in-season firings of coach Matt Eberflus and offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, the Chicago Bears are now embarking on a search to hire the franchise’s next head coach.
The Giants’ offensive and defensive coordinators will be head coaches at two of the highest profile pre-NFL Draft showcases of college football talent. Defensive coordinator Shane Bowen will lead the West team at the East-West Shrine Bowl on Jan.
The New York Jets interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores on Friday for their head coach vacancy. Flores is the 13th coaching candidate to meet with the Jets, who are also expected to speak to Vikings quarterbacks coach Josh McCown and Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley.
The New York Jets interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores and Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley for their head coach vacancy