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Last week, CBS Sports lead NFL insider Jonathan Jones reported that the Atlanta Falcons were closing in on reaching an agreement with Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris to be their new head coach, and the Rams later made it official. This development was notable for multiple reasons, none bigger than the fact it impacted arguably the greatest NFL head coach of all time.
The Falcons opening was the only job former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick interviewed for, and he was considered by many to be the favorite. With that job now filled, it leaves just two open positions. Last week, NBC Sports reported that multiple teams were “quietly considering a potential run at Belichick.” At least one of those teams did not have a head coach, while at least one of them did.
Could Belichick really be one of the losers in this game of NFL musical chairs? What are his options right now? Will he sit out 2024 and reevaluate his options in 2025? Below, we will break down some potential landing spots for Belichick.
The Commanders are one of two teams still looking for a new head coach, and many see this gig as an attractive one with Josh Harris at the helm and Adam Peters as the new general manager. Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson appeared to be the favorite to win this job, but on Tuesday, he informed Washington and Seattle that he was staying with the Lions. Washington has had no interest in pursuing Belichick, but maybe they reevaluate with Johnson off the market?
The Seahawks are the other team yet to hire a new head coach. Going back to NBC Sports’ report, I think the Seahawks could be that team without a head coach considering a late push for Belichick. Then again, pushing out a 72-year-old for a 71-year-old doesn’t make very much sense.
The Seahawks are an impressive organization with the reigning Comeback Player of the Year at quarterback, a…
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Author : Jordan Dajani
Publish date : 2024-01-30 19:51:58
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