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Vikings' Brian Flores Becomes NFL's Highest-Paid Coordinator

2/2/2026

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Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores rejoined the team on a contract exceeding $6 million per year.
The deal potentially makes him the NFL's highest-paid coordinator.
Chip Kelly, the Raiders' offensive coordinator, reportedly earns $6 million annually, while Vic Fangio, the Eagles' defensive coordinator, earns $4.5 million.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones's limited spending on coaching staff and Super Bowl ambitions may explain the Cowboys' hesitance to pursue Flores.

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Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores rejoined the team on a contract exceeding $6 million per year.
The deal potentially makes him the NFL's highest-paid coordinator.
Chip Kelly, the Raiders' offensive coordinator, reportedly earns $6 million annually, while Vic Fangio, the Eagles' defensive coordinator, earns $4.5 million.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones's limited spending on coaching staff and Super Bowl ambitions may explain the Cowboys' hesitance to pursue Flores.