Ranking the NFL head coaches going into training camp 2017

Shanahan was the architect of a historically great Falcons offense last season, and he has a head coaching pedigree as the son of Super Bowl-winning head coach Mike Shanahan. He inherited a 49ers roster in ruins, so it could be a while before the franchise turns it around.

Considered an offensive mastermind in Washington, McVay is getting his first head coaching job at age 31. He's tasked with the development of former first-round picks Jared Goff and Todd Gurley.

McDermott is basically getting full control of football operations in Buffalo, clearing having say in the hiring of a new GM. The former Panthers defensive coordinator has a tall task in Buffalo in a division with New England and Miami.

Lynn coached the last game of the year for the Bills last year and now gets a full-time shot with the Chargers. They have high expectations after recent struggles.

Denver hired Joseph, the former defensive coordinator in Miami, to replace Gary Kubiak following his retirement.

Bowles went 10-6 in his first season with the Jets, but the team fell just as quickly as it climbed, going 5-11 last season. With shaky offensive talent, the Jets are likely to crumble again in 2017.

Fox deserves lots of credit for his past work in Carolina and Denver. He appeared in a Super Bowl with both organizations and also left with a winning record at both stops. However, Fox has really struggled to solidify his status in Chicago in two seasons, going just 9-23.

The former head coach of Arizona State and offensive coordinator in Tampa Bay, Koetter was promoted last season so he could continue to work with Jameis Winston. His 9-7 record in his first season was considered a major positive.

Mularkey's stints as head coach of the Bills and Jaguars were less than stellar, but he's starting to turn heads with the work he did in Tennessee last season. The Titans went 9-7 as a power running team and have serious reason for hope in the AFC South this year.

Marrone was acclaimed for his work in two seasons with Buffalo in 2013-14 but left on his own accord. He went 1-1 last season as an interim head coach of the Jaguars and inherits significant young talent.

Pederson's Eagles went 7-9 in his first season as a head coach, which was satisfactory considering they were led by rookie quarterback Carson Wentz. The Eagles expect to make a leap this season.

Caldwell went to the Super Bowl in his first season as a head coach in Indianapolis, losing to New Orleans despite being heavily favored in 2009. He's made the playoff three times in five seasons since then, and the hiring of offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter in 2015 might have saved his job with the Lions.

Jackson's Browns won only one game last season, but it clearly wasn't his fault given the talent he had to work with. He went 8-8 in his only other season as a head coach in 2011 with the Raiders.

While Pagano has never finished worse than .500 in his six seasons in Indy, he's been on the hot seat over the last two years. This year could be key with a new GM in Chris Ballard leading the way.

The Giants got back to the playoffs in McAdoo's first season as the head coach, though it wasn't the offense that led them. The former offensive coordinator hopes to fix the team's offense this season with some significant additions.

Zimmer has had very bad luck with personnel injuries for much of his time in Minnesota, but he's still 26-22 in three seasons. The Vikings have hopes of getting back to the playoffs this season after making it in 2015.

Del Rio lost his way in Jacksonville after nine seasons but still left the organization with two playoff appearances. The Raiders went 12-4 in only his second season last year.

Gase got rave reviews for his first season in Miami, turning the team around after a slow start and leading the Dolphins to a wild card berth at 10-6. He was one of the most sought-after coaching candidates in the NFL for several years.

Washington has had a coaching merry-go-round in owner Daniel Snyder's tenure, but Gruden seems to be providing some consistency. He's posted a winning season in two of his three years, including a surprising playoff appearance in 2015.

Arians didn't get an NFL head coaching gig until he reached his 60s, but he's made up for lost time. He went 9-3 as the Colts' interim head coach in 2012 before taking over for the Cardinals. He's made the playoffs in two out of four seasons, peaking at 13-3 in 2015.

Lewis deserves credit for turning the scuffling Bengals organization around, making the playoffs seven times in 14 seasons. He also deserves blame for going 0-7 in the playoffs, a record that could get him canned with another bad year.

O'Brien has led the Texans to three consecutive 9-7 finishes and two AFC South titles despite major issues at quarterback in all three seasons. The Texans hope they've finally found the answer after drafting Deshaun Watson.

Payton remains one of the top offensive minds in the game, but his awful defenses and cap issues have held the Saints back. He still hasn't finished worse than 7-9 in 10 seasons and won the Super Bowl in 2009. Payton has a .588 winning percentage for his coaching career.

Quinn helped the Falcons to a Super Bowl appearance in only his second season leading Atlanta. A former defensive coordinator, Quinn's Falcons had a historically great offense in 2016.

"Riverboat Ron" had his back against the wall in 2013 before becoming a more risk-driven head coach and turning the Panthers around in his third season. He has only two winning seasons in six years, but the Panthers have made the playoffs in three of the last four seasons, including a Super Bowl appearance.

Jerry Jones' patience after three straight 8-8 seasons from Garrett finally paid off in 2014, when the Cowboys went 12-4. They struggled in 2015 when Tony Romo was injured but rebounded with a young offense to go 13-3 last season. Garrett has a .558 career win percentage, and the Cowboys are well on their way to consistency in the NFC East.

While McCarthy has been highly successful in Green Bay over 11 seasons, some ask why he hasn't had even more success with Aaron Rodgers at quarterback. McCarthy has won one Super Bowl and made the playoffs in nine of the last 11 seasons.

Harbaugh has only one losing season in nine years with the Ravens. While he's missed the playoffs in three of the last four seasons, Harbaugh did win the Super Bowl in 2012 and has a .590 career winning percentage.

Tomlin has yet to finish worse than 8-8 in his 10 seasons in Pittsburgh. Of course, he's had the benefit of Ben Roethlisberger at quarterback, but Tomlin has been to the playoffs seven times with one Super Bowl victory and one loss.

Reid's consistency is undeniable, with only three losing seasons in 18 years. He's had four straight winning seasons in K.C. despite being hired by a 2-14 squad in 2013. Reid's regular-season winning percentage is .602, and he's been to one Super Bowl.

Carroll's second run as an NFL head coach has been nearly as successful as his run at USC. He has a .629 winning percentage in seven seasons with the Seahawks, making six playoff appearances and coming just a goal line pick away from winning two Super Bowls.

Belichick has a very strong case as the best head coach in NFL history. He has a career regular-season record of 237-115 (.673) and has been to seven Super Bowls with the Patriots, winning five.