NFL Coaches on the Hot Seat Entering the 2023 Season

As the NFL season kicks off, the spotlight is on various coaches who find themselves under significant pressure to perform. Philadelphia is a prime example, where Nick Sirianni turned around his fate from a precarious position last year to lifting the Vince Lombardi Trophy and earning a lucrative contract extension. His journey was marked by a rocky start and a playoff collapse, but with the help of new coordinators and support from the fanbase, he led the Eagles to their second Super Bowl title in eight seasons.

However, several other head coaches this season are facing similar scrutiny. Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers has never experienced a losing season, boasting a record of 183-107-2 since 2007. Despite this consistency, the team hasn’t won a playoff game since 2016. This year, they signed Aaron Rodgers and other veterans, putting them in a win-now mode.

The Cincinnati Bengals under Zac Taylor also have their work cut out for them, having missed the playoffs with two straight 9-8 seasons. The team struggled in September, holding a record of 7-14-1 in that month, and will need to improve with their talented roster, including Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins.

Over in Miami, Mike McDaniel is looking to bounce back after his team finished 8-9 last season. The Dolphins have not won a playoff game since 2000, creating a sense of urgency. The star wideout Tyreek Hill caused some offseason drama but has since committed to the team.

Brian Daboll of the New York Giants also finds himself on shaky ground after a promising rookie year. The Giants, who have struggled in the past two seasons, will need to rally behind Russell Wilson and others to build momentum in a tough NFC East.

Other coaches on the hot seat include Shane Steichen of the Indianapolis Colts, who will need to stabilize their quarterback situation, as well as Jonathan Gannon of the Arizona Cardinals, who must avoid a repeat of last season’s struggles. Finally, Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns has faced challenges with quarterback instability but has a history of success that could work in his favor if they compete better this season.

With the NFL season well underway, all eyes will be on these coaches and their teams to see who can rise to the occasion and turn their fortunes around.