Miami has begun assembling its head coaching candidate list, and interview requests are now underway.

The Commanders are promotng assistant QBs coach David Blough to be their next offensive coordinator, per @nickijhabvala.bsky.social. Washington moves fast to fill its vacancy with a coach that had interest from the outside.

My phone is automatically changing the name John to Jon-Eric…is it ok to say that’s enough NFL for the day?

The Buccaneers have interviewed former Titans head coach Brian Callahan for their OC vacancy.

The Browns have requested to interview Chargers DC Jesse Minter for their head coaching vacancy, per source.

The New York Giants have kept in close contact with John Harbaugh’s representation. They are doing as much as they can to prepare for their interview next week and keep communication going. Meantime, Antonio Pierce is with them now and Darren Rizzi will interview tomorrow.

More on the Dolphins hiring longtime Packers exec Jon-Eric Sullivan as the franchise's next general manager:

I’m told that Miami’s philosophy has been to secure the right general manager and commit to that person’s vision for the future of the franchise. Now, the Dolphins have their pick in place. The head coach search begins.

I was told Troy Aikman was his biggest supporter entering this process.

Source: The Dolphins are hiring Packers VP of player personnel Jon-Eric Sullivan as the franchise’s next GM.

It’s widely believed around the league that Matt Ryan will become the Falcons’ new president of football. To note: Ryan and Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles are very close friends, dating back to their playing days at Boston College. (cont.)

Two more head coaching interview requests for the Titans, per sources: Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter

Source: Former Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury has received head coaching interview requests from the Titans and Ravens.

The Giants requested a head coaching interview with Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. An interview over Zoom is expected to be set soon. Anarumo previously interviewed for the Giants’ vacancy in 2022, which ultimately went to Brian Daboll.

More on the Dolphins firing head coach Mike McDaniel:

GM candidates interviewing with Stephen Ross and other key decision makers were asked to detail their evaluation of Mike McDaniel as head coach, sources say. They were also asked to outline their list of potential coaching candidates. Lots of information was collected.

The Miami Dolphins have yet to reach out to John Harbaugh’s representation. However, with Chad Alexander interviewing in person for the GM job and his close connections to Harbaugh, this will be one to watch.

A statement from Dolphins owner Stephen Ross:

A quarter of the NFL's teams now have head coaching vacancies: ◽️ Titans ◽️ Giants ◽️ Falcons ◽️ Raiders ◽️ Browns ◽️ Cardinals ◽️ Ravens ◽️ Dolphins

BREAKING: The Dolphins have fired head coach Mike McDaniel, per source. McDaniel finishes with a 35-35 record in four seasons, including two playoff losses.

Baker Mayfield’s offensive coordinators by year: 2018 — Todd Haley/Freddie Kitchens 2019 — Todd Monken 2020 — Alex Van Pelt 2021 — Alex Van Pelt 2022 — Ben McAdoo (CAR)/Liam Coen (LAR) 2023 — Dave Canales 2024 — Liam Coen 2025 — Josh Grizzard And now, another name in 2026.

NEWS: The Buccaneers are firing offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard, per source. The 35-year-old was promoted last offseason to replace Liam Coen.

Sources say the Titans have interview requests out for three more candidates: - Packers DC Jeff Hafley - Steelers OC Arthur Smith - 49ers DC Robert Saleh

Chiefs OC Matt Nagy has another head coaching interview on the books, meeting with the Ravens on Sunday, per source.

Teams that have expressed interest in former Ravens HC John Harbaugh have been informed that he plans to take some time to collect his thoughts and plan before beginning interviews next week, sources say. Adam Schefter reported too. It appears nothing has been set yet.

The New York Giants had dinner last night with former Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris, per source. Morris is in the building today, where he’s scheduled to meet with more members of the team, including ownership, as the Giants continue their head coaching search.

From Maxx Crosby:

The Baltimore Ravens have requested permission to interview Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver for their head-coaching vacancy, per source.

The Browns have requested to interview Bengals OC Dan Pitcher for their head-coaching vacancy, per source.

The Dolphins have met with several GM candidates, and while conversations about a Miami future that includes Mike McDaniel are taking place, I’m told decision makers have been pushing in interviews to hear candidates’ thoughts on a new head coach as well.

Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy will be interviewing with both the Titans and Raiders tomorrow, and the Cardinals on Friday, per source.

Games and moments like Saturday night against the Packers are why Ben Johnson came to the Bears, writes @danwiederer.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/694...

John Harbaugh has interest from most teams with head coaching vacancies, but notably, I’m told calls are also coming in from a few teams that currently have a head coach in place. Lots of discussions going down tonight. Harbaugh will be at the top of many teams’ wishlists.

More details from Jeff:

A statement from John Harbaugh, via the Ravens:

Amid recent leaguewide buzz about Kliff Kingsbury’s future, many believe Baltimore, with Lamar Jackson, would be an ideal landing spot for the now former Commanders offensive coordinator. That will be a name to watch.

A key pressure point in the John Harbaugh dismissal, according to those familiar with today’s discussions, was his refusal to entertain any conversations about potentially moving on from offensive coordinator Todd Monken.

Let the John Harbaugh sweepstakes begin…

The longest-tenured coaches following John Harbaugh’s exit from Baltimore: 

- Mike Tomlin, Steelers (hired 2007) - Andy Reid, Chiefs (hired 2013) - Sean McDermott, Bills (hired 2017) - Sean McVay, Rams (hired 2017) - Kyle Shanahan, 49ers (hired 2017)

BREAKING: The Ravens have fired head coach John Harbaugh, per source. Harbaugh won Super Bowl XLVII and six division titles with Baltimore in 18 seasons.

NEWS: The Lions are parting ways with OC Johnny Morton, per source. After coming in to replace Ben Johnson, Detroit moves on after just one season from the veteran assistant.

Broncos DC Vance Joseph’s interview requests: - Titans - Cardinals - Raiders - Giants - Falcons

More on the Commanders parting ways with Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr. after two seasons in Washington:

Washington has now moved on from both of its coordinators, Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr. Kingsbury is expected to garner head-coaching interviews in this cycle.

NEWS: The Commanders are parting ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury, sources say. Kingsbury spent the past two seasons in Washington, helping Jayden Daniels win Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2024. Washington is also parting ways with DC Joe Whitt Jr.

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

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.