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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan indicated last week that he expects backup quarterback Mac Jones to remain with the team during the 2026 season.

Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Rumors / January 24

Browns Arrange Second HC Interview With Nate Scheelhaase

Nate Scheelhaase was recently named as a leading candidate for the Browns‘ head coaching position. To no surprise, a second interview with the Rams pass-game coordinator has been arranged.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 23

Steelers may have been previously preparing to move on from Tomlin

Steelers may have been previously preparing to move on from Mike Tomlin after new information emerges

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the middle of a very important search for a head coach to kick off the 2026 offseason.

Bills get major update on possible pursuit of Mike Tomlin after firing Sean McDermott

Steelers' Cameron Heyward opens up about 'shocking' Mike Tomlin departure

NFL teams have reportedly learned this Mike Tomlin move is 'definitely not happening'

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The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 22

Coaching Rumors: Cardinals, Kingsbury, Webb, 49ers, Falcons, Petzing, Lions, Fraley, Jaguars, Commanders

As the Steelers and Bills’ searches get underway, the Browns, Cardinals and Raiders’ processes have shifted into the background a bit. Two candidates (Mike McDaniel, Jesse Minter) pulled out of the Cleveland search, while Kevin Stefanski exited the Vegas derby.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 22

Insider Drops 2 Names to Watch in Cardinals Head Coach Search

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals march into the future of their head coaching search with two names to watch, according to NFL insider Albert Breer. Arizona's swung and missed on various candidates already within their search, and as of today they're competing with five other organizations to fill their head coaching spot.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / January 21

Bucs Bring In OC Candidate For Second Interview

The Bucs have to exhaust more options at offensive coordinator after some recent coaching news. They’re trying to narrow some choices down as they are bringing in Brian Callahan for a second interview, per Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 21

Buccaneers Holding Second OC Interview With Former Titans HC Brian Callahan

According to Albert Breer, former Titans HC Brian Callahan will have a second interview with the Buccaneers for their offensive coordinator vacancy. He was a respected OC with the Bengals from 2019 to 2023 who helped develop Joe Burrow after he was drafted in 2020.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 20

Chiefs rumors: What Albert Breer is hearing about Andy Reid’s Eric Bieniemy plan

The Kansas City Chiefs are filling out their coaching staff, and all signs point to Eric Bieniemy returning as the offensive coordinator. And here is what Albert Breer is hearing about Andy Reid’s plan for the return of Bieniemy, according to Sports Illustrated.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 17

One Raiders' HC Candidate Is Starting to Make More Sense

The Las Vegas Raiders start the offseason with a relatively blank slate, most notably at head coach. As the Raiders' front office moves through the process, coaches with various levels of experience around the league continue to be added to the list of options to fill its vacant position.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 16

Raiders to interview 49ers' Klay Kubiak for head coaching position Sunday

The Pittsburgh Steelers are not the only NFL team showing interest in San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak. According to Sports Illustrated insider Albert Breer, the Las Vegas Raiders are scheduled to interview Kubiak on Sunday for their head coaching vacancy.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / January 17

Steelers have trade price for Packers’ Matt LaFleur revealed

The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently in the middle of one of the most important decision-making processes the organization has had since the 2007 offseason.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 16

Rams OC Mike LaFleur Interviewing with Cardinals & Raiders Friday

According to Albert Breer, Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur is set to interview with the Cardinals and Raiders on Friday. LaFleur, 38, began coaching at Elmhurst back in 2009 as an offensive assistant.

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NFL News / Dolphins Talk / January 13

Dolphins to Interview Chargers DC Jesse Minter

Dolphins to Interview Chargers DC Jesse Minter NFL Insider Albert Breer reports the Miami Dolphins will interview LA Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter for their vacant head coaching position.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 12

NFL insider says Bears’ comeback vs. Packers hints at Chicago’s bright future

There are bright futures, and then there's the future of the Chicago Bears. Simply put, it's blinding. Sports Illustrated's NFL insider Albert Breer dove into how much hype there is around this team following Chicago's dramatic come-from-behind win over the Green Bay Packers in the Wild Card round.

Baltimore Ravens News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 12

Ravens rumors: Albert Breer reveals anecdote proving why firing John Harbaugh was right call

The Baltimore Ravens have to be disappointed with how the 2025 season turned out. Baltimore finished the season 8-9 and missed the playoffs. That led to the shocking divorce between the Ravens and head coach John Harbaugh.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 9

Bengals Offensive Coordinator Dan Pitcher Interviewing for Head Coaching Job on Friday

Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher is interviewing for the Browns head coaching job on Friday according to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer. "I wouldn't sleep on Pitcher as a candidate.

NFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 8

Cardinals Request Interview With Packers DC

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals are set to speak with Green Bay Packers DC Jeff Hafley for their head coach opening, according to SI.com's Albert Breer.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 7

Ohio State S Caleb Downs Declares For 2026 Draft

Ohio State safety and projected first-round pick Caleb Downs has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft (via Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer). Downs, 21, was a five-star recruit out of Georgia who was thought to be the No.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7

Ohio State S Caleb Downs Declares For 2026 NFL Draft

Ohio State S Caleb Downs has declared to enter the 2026 NFL Draft, per Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated. He’ll be among the top defensive backs available in this year’s class and could be a top-10 pick when it’s all said and done. Downs, 21, transferred to Ohio State in 2024 after one year in Alabama.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6

Falcons Request Interview With Lions COO Mike Disner

According to Albert Breer, the Falcons have requested an interview with Lions COO Mike Disner for their newly created president of football operations

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / January 3

NFL Insiders Highlight Two Names for Giants' Head Coaching Vacancy

The New York Giants' head coaching search is expected to move to the interview stage next week, and according to a new report by SI.com’s Albert Breer and Conor Orr, the team’s list of potential candidates has approximately 10 names on it, with two names highlighted.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 2

Bears' assistant general manager labeled a name to watch for open GM jobs

Albert Breer has written a list of names to watch for upcoming general manager positions for 18 years in a row. Few are more plugged into the NFL landscape than Breer, who creates the list using what he has heard from others in the know across the league.