NFL News and Updates: Belichick Meets with Falcons, Dolphins’ Plans for Tua Tagovailoa, Coaching Changes, Draft News, and More

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The Falcons have officially met with Bill Belichick

There was never really any doubt that Bill Belichick wanted to continue his coaching career even after leaving the Patriots. But it became official Monday when the Falcons announced that they did interview Belichick for a job.

Logical, as the name of the Falcons is the one that comes up with the most insistence since the man in the hoodie was released from his contract.

Since buying the Falcons in 2002, Arthur Blank has never hired a head coach who already had experience in the role. Obviously, Atlanta seems willing to make an exception for a legend. At 71 years old, Bill Belichick has 302 victories. Only George Halas (318) has done better in history.

Dolphins want to keep Tua Tagovailoa ‘long term’

The good season of Tua Tagovailoa (QB, Dolphins) has satisfied its management, and now Miami aims to sign its quarterback for the long term. Selected fifth in the 2020 draft, Tua is eligible for a contract extension, and this will be one of the projects of the offseason.

“We have conversations with his agent during the year,” explained Adam Beasley (GM) according to ProFootballTalk.com. “The goal is to have him with us for the long term, and for him to play at a high level. »

Miami: Mike McDaniel could drop play calls

Ranked second in the league, the Dolphins offense has had failures against the Ravens, the Bills, and most recently the Chiefs. To the point that it caused an early exit from the playoffs against Kansas City. Mike McDaniel (HC) considers all possibilities to advance his team, even handing over the calling of plays.

“No option is off the table,” the coach told the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. “I think we failed to achieve our goals this year, so the play calls should not be put aside. »

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Coaches, coaches, coaches

– Is it hot for Antonio Pierce with the Raiders? According to The Athletic, the interim coach had a second interview with the bosses of the franchise. During an interview given Monday on KTNV, he was rather confident: “ It is a dream. I don’t want to pinch myself before it becomes official. » Champ Kelly, the interim general manager, was also entitled to a second interview.

– FOX Sports reports that despite the recent poor performance of Philadelphiathe position of Nick Sirianni (HC) is not in play.

Dan Quinn (DC, Cowboys) is in high demand. This week he will meet four clubs: the Panthers and the Titans (Wednesday), the Commanders (Thursday) and the Chargers (Friday). And while they don’t have a scheduled interview date yet, the Seahawks are also in the running. (SI.com)

Seattle Don’t bet everything on Quinn. NFL Network reports that the Washington franchise has requested interviews with Frank Smith (OC, Dolphins), Patrick Graham (DC, Raiders), Ejiro Evero (DC, Panthers), Mike Kafka (OC, Giants) and Raheem Morris ( DC, Rams) for his position as head coach

– Panthers and Titans are interested in Brian Johnson (OC, Eagles). At stake is a position as head coach. Johnson will have the right to meet his suitors from Tuesday, once the match of wild cards passé. (ProFootballTalk.com)

– For their position as head coach, the Titans requested to meet: Thomas Brown (OC, Panthers)

– In their search for a new general manager, the Panthers met with Brandt Tilis (VP ​​of Football Operations, Chiefs) and Nick Matteo (VP of Football Administration, Ravens). (NFL Media)

– THE Giants interviewed Matt Harper (ST assistant coach, 49ers) for their special teams coaching position. They also requested to meet with Derrick Ansley (DC, Chargers) for their recruitment of a new defensive coordinator. (NFL Media)

– Even if Bill Belichick (ex-HC, Patriots) left New England, SI.com announces that his two sons, Steve et Brian Belichick, received an offer to remain in Massachusetts under Jerod Mayo (HC). Steve has been a defensive assistant since 2012 and linebackers coach; Brian has been the safeties coach since 2020. Regarding the defensive coordinator position, the Patriots had Tem Lukabu (OLB coach) undergo an internal interview. (NFL Media)

Injuries

– Hit violently during the game against the Lions, Matthew Stafford (QB, Rams) raised fears of a concussion. But he resumed the match and removed the doubt once the final whistle blew. “ I took a hit to the ribs and head, but it was okay, I came back, I felt good,” he said according to ProFootballTalk.com. It is much less reassuring for Tyler Higbee (TE)affected in the knee, and for whom the franchise fears a tear of the anterior cruciate ligament.

– Limited to 11 games this season due to injuries, Terron Armstead (LT, Dolphins) does not know if he will return to the game next year. He told the Miami Herald on Monday that he will take his time to decide. The lineman is still under contract until 2026.

– The Packers fear a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament for Kingsley Enagbare (OLB). The sophomore linebacker’s 2024 season may well be impacted by this injury. (NFL Media)

Terrell Bernard (LB, Bills) did not finish Monday’s game. He is said to be suffering from a sprained ankle. (NFL Media)

Darius Slay (CB, Eagles) left Philadelphia’s loss to the Buccaneers in the final quarter. He held his back after an attempted tackle. Julio Jones (WR) didn’t finish either, suffering a concussion.

They are placed on the injured list and will miss the end of the season: Damarion Williams (CB, Ravens), Noah Brown (WR, Texans)

Transactions

The main cuts of the day: Laquon Treadwell (WR, Ravens)

And bref

– The NFL has decided to postpone its match between Buffalo and Pittsburgh by 24 hours due to the weather conditions that hit the state of New York. In the meantime, an armada of volunteers took care of clearing snow from the field and around the stadium, but did not have time to clear the stands. The Bills therefore warned spectators to equip themselves accordingly: waterproof boots and pants, as well as warm clothing were recommended.

Draft

– News that will interest several NFL franchises. Caleb Williams (QB, USC) announced that he is entering the next draft. Winner of the Heisman Trophy in 2022, the California passer is considered one of the favorites to become the first overall choice in upcoming college recruiting.

Mike Tomlin forgot to be polite

« Mike, you have one year left on your contract… » It was at this start of the question that Mike Tomlin’s press conference ended after the defeat against the Bills. The journalist had not had time to finish when the Steelers coach decided to leave. Elegant.

Sean McVay: “This team helped me find myself”

Sean McVay announced well before the end of the season that he intended to continue in 2024. A notable change of state of mind after two offseasons marked by an uncertainty that he left hanging over his fate.

After the playoff defeat against the Lions, he said a little more about his group, which visibly fueled this decision to continue.

“I’m so proud of my team,” the Rams coach explained to the press. “ […] I learned so much from this group, and I really enjoyed them. They helped me find myself again, rediscover the pleasure of what I do and the people I meet. It’s always about people. These players, these coaches. »

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2024-01-16 06:17:49
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