Bruce Arians shows interest in coaching Chargers amid team struggles
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 7:24 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Bruce Arians, a former head coach of the Cardinals and Buccaneers, expressed a desire to return to coaching. In a recent interview, he discussed how a boost in energy following open-heart surgery has rekindled his interest. With the Chargers currently at 0-8, speculation arises that the team might consider a coaching change. Arians has significant coaching experience and a Super Bowl victory, making him a potential candidate should the Chargers look for a new head coach.
- •Bruce Arians retired from coaching after the 2021 season.
- •He has not held a coaching position since his retirement.
- •The Chargers currently have a record of 0-8 this season.
- •Arians mentioned feeling more energetic after open-heart surgery.
- •There is speculation about the Chargers considering coaching changes.
- 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Bruce Arians says he has 'itch' to coach again, 'so much more energy' after open-heart surgery
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Bruce Arians: Future Chargers head coach?
"Arians served as head coach for the Arizona Cardinals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, most notably leading the Bucs to a Super Bowl victory during the 2020 season.
"Former Cardinals and Bucs head coach Bruce Arians is feeling the itch to get back on a NFL sideline.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 12, 2026, 7:24 PMBruce Arians says he has 'itch' to coach again, 'so much more energy' after open-heart surgery
Arians served as head coach for the Arizona Cardinals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, most notably leading the Bucs to a Super Bowl victory during the 2020 season.
- Yahoo SportsNov 12, 2026, 7:04 PMBruce Arians: Future Chargers head coach?
Former Cardinals and Bucs head coach Bruce Arians is feeling the itch to get back on a NFL sideline.
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