John Harbaugh Among Top Candidates for Cardinals Head Coach Position

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John Harbaugh Among Top Candidates for Cardinals Head Coach Position

The Arizona Cardinals are actively seeking a new head coach following the dismissal of Jonathan Gannon. This marks the team’s fifth head coach search since 2017, during the tenure of current general manager Monti Ossenfort.

Candidates for the Cardinals Head Coach Position

The search for a head coach is underway, with several notable candidates linked to the position.

John Harbaugh

Former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens.
Reportedly interviewed for the Cardinals’ opening.
Holds an impressive record of 180-113 over 18 seasons.
Achievements include 12 playoff appearances, six AFC North titles, and one Super Bowl victory.

Chris Shula

Defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams.
Request for interview made by Arizona.
Rams finished 17th in total defense with a solid performance in sacks and turnovers.

Mike LaFleur

Offensive coordinator for the Rams.
Successfully led the Rams to top offensive rankings this past regular season.
Has previously served with the San Francisco 49ers and New York Jets.

Jeff Hafley

Defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers.
Request for interview submitted by the Cardinals.
Previously head coach at Boston College.

Raheem Morris

Former head coach of the Atlanta Falcons.
Finished his tenure in Atlanta with an 8-9 record over two seasons.
Will also interview with the Giants and Titans.

Matt Nagy

Current offensive coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Interview scheduled with the Cardinals this week.
Former head coach of the Chicago Bears, where he led the team to two playoff appearances.

Thomas Brown

Passing game coordinator for the New England Patriots.
Has interim head coaching experience with the Chicago Bears.
Instrumental in the development of quarterback Drake Maye.

Klint Kubiak

Offensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks.
The Seahawks finished with a top 10 offense, scoring 28.4 points per game.
Interview request made by the Cardinals.

Robert Saleh

Defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers.
Previously head coach of the New York Jets with a record of 20-36.
Interview requested by Arizona.

Anthony Weaver

Defensive coordinator for the Miami Dolphins.
Has helped lead a defensive unit that ranked fourth two seasons ago.
Interview request made by the Cardinals.

Vance Joseph

Current defensive coordinator for the Denver Broncos and former Cardinals DC.
Interviewed for the head coaching position in 2023 before Gannon was hired.
Successful defensive performance this season has increased his candidacy.

The Cardinals are committed to finding the right leadership as they look to rebuild and improve their standing in the league. As interviews progress, the team aims to finalize their head coach soon, allowing for a focused approach to the upcoming season.