NFC North coaches ranked for 2026 by Yahoo Sports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 12:05 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Yahoo Sports has released its rankings for head coaches in the NFC North for 2026. Ben Johnson of the Chicago Bears tops the list after leading his team to an 11-win season and a playoff victory. Kevin O’Connell of the Minnesota Vikings follows, with questions surrounding his playoff performance despite previous winning seasons. Matt LaFleur of the Green Bay Packers secured third place, facing scrutiny following Aaron Rodgers' departure and limited playoff success. Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions rounds out the list, having led the team to previous division titles but struggled in the last season.
- •Ben Johnson led Chicago Bears to an 11-win season in 2025.
- •Kevin O’Connell has a new quarterback in Kyler Murray for 2026.
- •Matt LaFleur has made the playoffs once since Aaron Rodgers departed.
- •Dan Campbell faces scrutiny after Lions finished bottom of the division.
- 12:05 AMYahoo Sports — NFC North Head Coach Rankings for 2026
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