The 2025 NFL regular season concluded with several high-profile coaching dismissals, including several on Black Monday, creating a huge market for top-tier coaching talent. The Baltimore Ravens, Atlanta Falcons, and New York Giants headline a competitive field of head coach openings.
From offensive to defensive masterminds, this year’s coaching cycle is loaded with high-end options on both sides of the ball. These premier franchises boast talented rosters looking to turn their organizations around.
As teams begin their search for their next head coach, we'll take a look at the most compelling candidates positioned to fill head coach openings around the league. Let’s dive into the top head coaching candidates in the NFL.
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Which NFL Teams Have a Head Coach Opening?
Seven franchises are actively seeking their next head coach this offseason, creating a rare opportunity in the coaching market. Here's the list:
- Baltimore Ravens
- Tennessee Titans
- New York Giants
- Cleveland Browns
- Las Vegas Raiders
- Atlanta Falcons
- Arizona Cardinals
Each team presents a distinct set of challenges and opportunities — some boast talented rosters needing directional leadership, while others require fundamental organizational rebuilding.
Collectively, these seven vacancies represent the most competitive coaching carousel in recent memory, with elite candidates poised to reshape multiple franchises simultaneously.
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Who Are the Top Tennessee Titans Head Coach Candidates?
- Matt Nagy: 2.17x Yes | 1.58x No
- Kliff Kingsbury: 6.66x Yes | 1.07x No
- Mike McCarthy: 7.14x Yes | 1.02x No
- Vance Joseph: 14.28x Yes | 1.01x No
- Jesse Minter: 14.28x Yes | 1.01x No
- Robert Saleh: 16.66x Yes | 1.01x No
- John Harbaugh: 16.66x Yes | 1.01x No
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The Tennessee Titans fired head coach Brian Callahan after starting 1-5, as offensive assistant Mike McCoy finished the season as the interim. Now, they face a critical decision with several high-end candidates in the mix for their head coach opening.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy is the favorite, with a 2.17x payout, due to his experience as a head coach and for his work under head coach Andy Reid and work with QB Patrick Mahomes.
Former Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury sits second at 6.66x, with his creative offense hoping to take rookie QB Cam Ward to the next level. Kingsbury last coached the Arizona Cardinals from 2019 to 2022.
Rounding out the group of candidates are former NFL head coaches Mike McCarthy and John Harbaugh, and defensive coordinators Vance Joseph, Jesse Minter, and Robert Saleh.
Who Are The Top New York Giants Head Coach Candidates?
- John Harbaugh: 1.81x Yes | 1.92x No
- Kevin Stefanski: 4.76x Yes | 1.16x No
- Mike McCarthy: 5x Yes | 1.17x No
- Kliff Kingsbury: 9.09x Yes | 1.03x No
- Jeff Hafley: 14.28x Yes | 1.02x No
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The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll in November after he started 2-8.
The Giants head into their coaching hunt with a roster that’s ready to make a statement in 2026 with an exciting young core, led by QB Jaxson Dart.
Former Ravens head coach John Harbaugh is the favorite to be the Giants' next coach, with a 1.81x payout on PrizePicks Team Picks, after being let go from Baltimore as the winningest coach in the team's history.
Former Browns coach Kevin Stefanski sits second at 4.54x payout, offering after giving Cleveland its first playoff win since 1994. Mike McCarthy, Kliff Kingsbury, and Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley round out the list of potential candidates.
Who Are the Top Cleveland Browns Head Coach Candidates?
- John Harbaugh: 5x Yes | 1.13x No
- Kliff Kingsbury: 5.55x Yes | 1.06x No
- Klint Kubiak: 5.88x Yes | 1.11x No
- Robert Saleh: 5.88x Yes | 1.11x No
- Chris Shula: 6.25x Yes | 1.05x No
- Jim Schwartz: 7.69x Yes | 1.02x No
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As the Browns look for a new head coach after firing Kevin Stefanski following six tumultuous seasons, they have to take into account the two rookie QBs — Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel — who are on the roster. John Harbaugh comes in as the slight favorite thanks to his extensive playoff and big-game experience.
However, Kingsbury (5.55x payout) and Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak (5.88x payout on Team Picks) come in a close second and third in hopes of grooming their QB of the future.
The remaining potential candidates to lead Cleveland are defensive coordinators Robert Saleh, Chris Shula, and Jim Schwartz.
Who Are the Top Las Vegas Raiders Head Coach Candidates?
- Brian Flores: 2.94x Yes | 1.36x No
- John Harbaugh: 6.25x Yes | 1.06x No
- Klint Kubiak: 6.66x Yes | 1.06x No
- Kliff Kingsbury: 7.14x Yes | 1.05x No
- Mike McCarthy: 8.33x Yes | 1.03x No
- Vance Joseph: 10x Yes | 1.03x No
- Robert Saleh: 11.11x Yes | 1.01x No
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The Raider did the obvious on Black Monday, firing head coach Pete Carroll after just one season, but keeping GM John Spytek.
Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is the favorite at 2.94x payout on PrizePicks Team Picks to land the coveted job in Sin City, signaling a potential return to defensive grit in Las Vegas. He leads a field that includes John Harbaugh and Klint Kubiak, both trailing at 6.25x and 6.66x payouts, respectively.
Kliff Kingsbury and Mike McCarthy remain long-shot options to reshape the Silver and Black.
Who Are the Top Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Candidates?
- Klint Kubiak: 3.44x Yes | 1.25x No
- Kevin Stefanski: 3.7x Yes | 1.21x No
- John Harbaugh: 6.66x Yes | 1.06x No
- Mike LaFleur: 7.14x Yes | 1.07x No
- Brian Flores: 11.11x Yes | 1.02x No
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Klint Kubiak leads the pack as the favorite (3.44x payout) on PrizePicks Team Picks to revitalize Atlanta's attack under QB Michael Penix Jr. Kevin Stefanski follows closely at 3.7x odds, creating an offensive scheme tailored to the vacancy.
John Harbaugh and Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur linger as intriguing options further down the board.
Who Are the Top Arizona Cardinals Head Coach Candidates?
- Vance Joseph: 4.16x Yes | 1.16x No
- Mike McCarthy: 5.26x Yes | 1.08x No
- Brian Flores: 6.25x Yes | 1.06x No
- John Harbaugh: 8.33x Yes | 1.04x No
- Klint Kubiak: 8.33x Yes | 1.04x No
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The Cardinals fired coach Jonathan Gannon on Black Monday after he won just 15 games in three seasons with the team.
Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph leads the way as the favorite to be the Cardinals' next coach with a 4.16x payout on PrizePicks — that payout signals that this coaching hunt is still wide open.
Former Packers and Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy follows closely at 5.26x payout, bringing veteran leadership to the conversation.
Brian Flores, John Harbaugh, and Klint Kubiak round out the list of top contenders for the vacancy.
Who Are the Top Baltimore Ravens Head Coach Candidates?
- Jesse Minter: 2.7x Yes | 1.4x No
- Brian Flores: 3.7x Yes | 1.17x No
- Kliff Kingsbury: 7.69x Yes | 1.03x No
- Chris Shula: 7.69x Yes | 1.02x No
- Klint Kubiak: 7.69x Yes | 1.02x No
- Kevin Stefanski: 8.33x Yes | 1.05x No
- Robert Saleh: 9.09x Yes | 1.03x No
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The Ravens fired head coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons with the team, as the Ravens missed the playoffs.
Chargers' Jesse Minter is the clear favorite to be the Ravens' next coach at 2.7x on PrizePicks Team Picks to lead Baltimore next season. Brian Flores follows closely at 3.7x payout, presenting a formidable defensive option and a change of culture for the franchise.
Kliff Kingsbury and Chris Shula remain in the mix at 7.69x as intriguing long-shot possibilities.
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