The San Francisco 49ers would love to see ESPN’s head coach predictions come true.

The Patriots have hired Mike Vrabel. Here’s a team-by-team look at how the hiring cycle for NFL coaches shapes up for everyone else.

The NFL coaching carousel is spinning slowly. The Jets, Saints and Bears got a head start in their searches because they fired coaches during the season. The Jaguars and Raiders joined the hunt last week. The Cowboys jumped in Monday so they have to wait to interview assistants on playoff teams because the first window passed.

When the NFL regular season comes to a close, it sends the head-coaching carousel into high gear. The 2025 cycle is in full swing and began with six openings across the NFL. One of those has since been filled with the New England Patriots hiring Mike Vrabel to lead the franchise after moving on from Jerod Mayo after one season.

Jackson lists the NFL head coaches who were fired during or after the 2024 NFL season. Which teams have head coaching vacancies ahead of the 2025 season? Who are top candidates to replace them?

As the 2025 NFL season unfolds, several teams are in the market for new head coaches. From high-profile vacancies to more challenging rebuilds, the search for the right leader will be a critical factor in shaping the league's future. More News: Sources Indicate Quinn Ewers Made A Decision On Where He'll Play Next Year

Mike McCarthy leaves his role as Dallas Cowboys head coach after his contract expires following a disappointing losing season.

Literally the moment the Patriots made it official with Mike Vrabel, the Cowboys head coach position opens up with Mike McCarthy out.

News' David Moore breaks down the Dallas Cowboys' split with head coach Mike McCarthy and talks about some of the big names who could fill the role next.