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2026 NFL: 10 Teams, New Coaches, Fresh Challenges

1/30/2026

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Summary

Coaches Seek Stability

The NFL will have 10 teams (31%) with new head coaches in 2026.
John Harbaugh, head coach for the Giants, aims to stabilize after a disappointing season.
Kevin Stefanski will be the Falcons' head coach, hoping to improve in a weaker division.
Kellen Moore will be the Saints' head coach, facing challenges in his new role.
Aaron Glenn will be the Jets' head coach, facing challenges in his new role.

Summary

Coen Enhances Jaguars

Liam Coen joined the Jacksonville Jaguars as a notable hire and was ranked No. 11 after a 13-4 debut season.
He is credited for maximizing the potential of Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne Jr.
Doug Pederson, previously ranked No. 15, had a mixed tenure and finished with a 22-29 record.
Both coaches reflect the Jaguars' efforts to stabilize their franchise after past failures.

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Historical Context

Since Sean McVay's hiring as head coach of the Los Angeles Rams in 2017, the NFL has experienced a "coaching youth revolution," with teams increasingly hiring younger coaches, particularly those with offensive backgrounds. By 2026, 31% of NFL teams will have new head coaches, reflecting ongoing instability and the pressure to achieve success in a highly competitive league.

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Coaches Seek Stability

The NFL will have 10 teams (31%) with new head coaches in 2026.
John Harbaugh, head coach for the Giants, aims to stabilize after a disappointing season.
Kevin Stefanski will be the Falcons' head coach, hoping to improve in a weaker division.
Kellen Moore will be the Saints' head coach, facing challenges in his new role.
Aaron Glenn will be the Jets' head coach, facing challenges in his new role.

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