Six NFL franchises continue to schedule and shuffle through candidates to fill head-coaching positions. Coordinators on the professional level lead this year’s crop of potential hires.
Despite the Miami Dolphins’ recent success with bringing in Adam Gase due to his offensive acumen, defensive assistants have also received close consideration for open spots. The Pittsburgh Steelers booted Miami from the playoff picture on Sunday in a 30-12 blowout, but one member of the Dolphins' coaching staff will meet with the Denver Broncos this week.
Front offices have continued the trend of eyeing young minds for the leadership position.