As things stand there will be four open NFL head coaching positions entering the offseason and it wouldn't be surprising to see more open up as additional coaches are dismissed at the conclusion of disappointing 2024 campaigns. As with each cycle, there are a handful of popular candidates who will be considered favorites for those positions. This year, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel lead the pack in that regard.
On Tuesday, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero was asked to name a surprise candidate who could emerge alongside the Johnsons and Vrabels to compete for a head coach position this offseason. The insider delivered, reporting that multiple NFL teams are doing extensive research on none other than Jon Gruden and consider him a possibility for a coaching job this season. What's more, Gruden nearly got a job last offseason.
