Las Vegas Raiders Dismiss Pete Carroll as NFL Coaches Face Monday Firings
The recent wave of firings in the NFL has seen significant changes in key coaching roles. Notably, the Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with head coach Pete Carroll after just one season.
Las Vegas Raiders Fire Pete Carroll
Pete Carroll, at 74, was the league’s oldest head coach. Despite his storied history, including a Super Bowl victory with the Seahawks, Carroll only managed a disappointing 3-14 record with the Raiders. The season included a troubling ten-game losing streak, although the team ended on a positive note, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in their final match.
Owner Mark Davis and minority owner Tom Brady are now searching for a new coach. They are expected to focus on someone with an offensive mindset, ideally to help develop their young quarterback moving forward.
Other Notable NFL Coaching Changes
Arizona Cardinals Dismiss Jonathan Gannon
In a parallel situation, Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon was also fired. His tenure concluded following a lackluster third season filled with injuries and poor performance. The Cardinals ended their season with a disappointing nine-game losing streak, culminating in a decisive 37-20 defeat by the Los Angeles Rams.
Cleveland Browns Let Go of Kevin Stefanski
The Cleveland Browns have also made headlines by firing Kevin Stefanski after six seasons. The Browns finished the year with a 5-12 record, although they secured victories in their last two games, including a close 20-18 win against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Stefanski, a two-time AP NFL Coach of the Year, led the team to playoff appearances in both 2020 and 2023. His dismissal marks the sixth coaching change since owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam took over in 2012. The Browns’ streak of underperformance continues, as they hold a 73-139-1 record since 2013.
Atlanta Falcons Shake Up Management
Atlanta Falcons’ owner Arthur Blank announced significant changes within the organization, including the firing of head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot. This shake-up follows another lackluster season, where the Falcons finished 8-9 for the second consecutive year.
Despite a recent four-game winning streak, the Falcons have struggled to secure a winning season since 2017. Blank also revealed plans to hire a new president of football operations, signifying deeper structural changes within the team.
Summary of Recent NFL Coaching Changes
| Team | Coach Dismissed | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Raiders | Pete Carroll | 3-14 |
| Arizona Cardinals | Jonathan Gannon | N/A |
| Cleveland Browns | Kevin Stefanski | 5-12 |
| Atlanta Falcons | Raheem Morris | 8-9 |
As the NFL coaches face firings, teams are pivoting towards rebuilding and restructuring strategies to improve performance in the upcoming seasons. The search for effective leadership is more critical than ever.
