We are just four weeks through the 2024 NFL regular season, but there are franchises already feeling the pressure. The Cincinnati Bengals and Miami Dolphins envisioned better starts to their seasons, the Los Angeles Rams are struggling with injuries and the Cleveland Browns have a Deshaun Watson problem.
As we enter Week 5, who are the five NFL head coaches sitting on the hottest seats? Let’s take a look.
Honorable mentions
Jonathan Gannon (Cardinals): Second-year head coach I’m not ready to put on the list just yet.Mike McCarthy (Cowboys): He will probably coach out his contract.Kevin Stefanski (Browns): But he’s the reigning NFL Coach of the Year.Mike McDaniel (Dolphins): Just landed a contract extension, and has had past success, but he must coach better — and soon.
Record with Bears: 12-26
The Bears’ lead man ended the 2023 season on the hot seat after finishing 7-10, but he survived “Black Monday,” and then the selection of Caleb Williams gave him some extra time as well. While Chicago did defeat the banged-up Rams this past week, that doesn’t mean Eberflus is feeling incredibly comfortable.
The hiring of offensive coordinator Shane Waldron was uninspiring to say the least, and three weeks into the season, he had to meet with the “team’s leadership council” after his offense disappointed in the loss to the Indianapolis Colts, per ESPN. The play-calling overall has been questionable and the offensive line has struggled, leaving the defense to fend for itself at times.
The rookie quarterback has shown improvement over the past two weeks, and that’s something that has to continue if Eberflus wants to keep his gig. Chicago entered 2024 with high expectations, which included a winning record. We’ll see if the Bears can live up to the hype.
Record with Jets: 20-35
Jets fans have high hopes with Aaron Rodgers back healthy, but the young 2024 season has been a mixed bag. Saleh’s…
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Author : Jordan Dajani
Publish date : 2024-10-01 14:58:03
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