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First review on Ben Johnson’s interview with Patriots

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The New England Patriots interviewed Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson for their vacant head coach position, and the interview reportedly went “great,” according to ESPN’s Dianna Russini. The Patriots met with Johnson over a Zoom call since the Lions are currently in the postseason. It happened a day after the team met with former Tennessee Titans coach Mike … [Read more...] about First review on Ben Johnson’s interview with Patriots

2025 NFL Cap Carryover, By Team

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With the regular season in the books, all NFL teams have declared their cap carryover for the 2025 league year. Unused cap space from the current campaign will roll over, a substantial element of many teams’ financial planning. Last offseason saw a record-breaking jump in the salary cap ceiling (pushing the upper limit to $255.4MM). To no surprise, another spike is expected but … [Read more...] about 2025 NFL Cap Carryover, By Team

Mike Vrabel Expected To Become Patriots’ Next HC

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11:33pm: As if the below reporting wasn’t enough indication of where this coaching search was headed, Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports confirmed that the Patriots are indeed negotiating a deal with Vrabel to become their next head coach. Schultz claims that, “barring something unforeseen, the expectation remains that both sides will reach an agreement.” 4:21pm: The Patriots seem to … [Read more...] about Mike Vrabel Expected To Become Patriots’ Next HC

Lions OC Ben Johnson More Likely To Accept HC Job If Offered This Year?

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ESPN’s Dan Graziano writes he’s gotten the sense from people close to the situation that Lions OC Ben Johnson is more likely to accept a head coaching job if he gets an offer this cycle than he has been in the past.  Graziano’s sources tell him Johnson seems to be in a different frame of mind this year and more ready to embrace opportunities. He’s backed out of consideration … [Read more...] about Lions OC Ben Johnson More Likely To Accept HC Job If Offered This Year?

Latest On Lions OC Ben Johnson, Met Virtually With Bears, Jaguars, Patriots & Raiders

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According to Ian Rapoport, Lions OC Ben Johnson is a name to watch for the head coaching vacancy in Las Vegas. Rapoport adds that Raiders minority owner and former NFL QB Tom Brady is said to be “enamored” with Johnson and personally vouched for him. Brady also reportedly implored Johnson to interview with Las Vegas through his agent and he ended up interviewing with the team … [Read more...] about Latest On Lions OC Ben Johnson, Met Virtually With Bears, Jaguars, Patriots & Raiders

Patriots ‘Pushing For Quick Resolution,’ Could Hire Next HC This Weekend

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Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports that the Patriots are “pushing for a quick resolution” regarding their head-coaching search.   According to Russini, many around the NFL expect that the Patriots will come to a decision on their next head coach at some point this weekend. The Patriots have by far the most limited set of candidates for their vacancy of the six jobs … [Read more...] about Patriots ‘Pushing For Quick Resolution,’ Could Hire Next HC This Weekend

Mike Vrabel “Overwhelming Favorite” For Patriots HC, Have Had Contract Talks

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Ian Rapoport reports that Mike Vrabel is currently the “overwhelming favorite” to become the Patriots’ next head coach. The team has already completed an interview with him. Tom Pelissero also said that the team has had contract talks with Vrabel’s agent, although Rapoport noted that nothing is concrete at this time. Rapoport adds that he hasn’t spoken to anyone who believes … [Read more...] about Mike Vrabel “Overwhelming Favorite” For Patriots HC, Have Had Contract Talks