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NFL teams see record number of new head coaching hires for 2026

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

NFL teams see record number of new head coaching hires for 2026

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Ten NFL franchises appointed new head coaches during the 2026 offseason, tying a league record for the highest number of coaching changes in a single period. Among the notable appointments, Robert Saleh takes charge of the Tennessee Titans, aiming to improve an offense led by quarterback Cam Ward and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll. Kevin Stefanski arrives in Atlanta to guide the Falcons, who look to secure a playoff berth in a competitive NFC South. Meanwhile, Mike McCarthy joins the Pittsburgh Steelers following their 2025 AFC North championship season. These hires seek to elevate team performances after varying levels of success in recent years. Each coach faces unique roster challenges as the 2026 season begins.

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•Ten NFL teams hired new head coaches during the 2026 offseason.
•Robert Saleh joins the Tennessee Titans to lead a team featuring quarterback Cam Ward.
•Kevin Stefanski takes over as head coach for the Atlanta Falcons.
•Mike McCarthy becomes the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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10 NFL franchises made changes to their head coaching position during the offseason, tying the record for most head-coaching changes in a single offseason. As the season kicks off, which of these new hires will make the biggest impact on the 2026 season? This is based on how much each coach could improve his team’s […] The post Which New NFL Coaches Will Make the Biggest Impact in 2026? appeared first on The Lead.
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Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 7:37 PM
Which New NFL Coaches Will Make the Biggest Impact in 2026?
10 NFL franchises made changes to their head coaching position during the offseason, tying the record for most head-coaching changes in a single offseason. As the season kicks off, which of these new hires will make the biggest impact on the 2026 season? This is based on how much each coach could improve his team’s […] The post Which New NFL Coaches Will Make the Biggest Impact in 2026? appeared first on The Lead.

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