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This page serves as a home for the latest rumors, news, interviews and analysis regarding the Jacksonville Jaguars’ search for a new head coach following the firing of Doug Pederson.
The Jaguars aren’t the only team looking for a new coach. The Chicago Bears, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints and New York Jets also have openings, and more teams could follow.
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Monday, January 6th
Doug Pederson is fired as Jaguars head coach. General Manager Trent Baalke is staying on, saying, “We’re going to move quickly to get some people lined up to talk.”
Several national media outlets have not been shy about Baalke’s influence on the leadership search.
Multiple sources emphasized last week that the Jaguars would have a hard time recruiting a top head coach if they keep Trent Baalke. They faced similar challenges during their last coaching search. Owner Shad Khan spoke to many people but remained unmoved. Baalke will remain. … https://t.co/rpVVBhNKBu
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) January 6, 2025
If retaining Trent Baalke is non-negotiable for Kern’s coaching candidates, it would actually limit the candidates the Jaguars are looking at. https://t.co/zv1BWdX8Cj
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 6, 2025
This is considered by many to be the best job offer of the cycle. Now, if you ask around, opinions vary depending on whether the GM spot is open or not, but that’s not https://t.co/XfMPLFELFV
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) January 6, 2025
There was also a tweet from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, who had early information on rumors about the Jaguars’ investigation process.
I hope the team hires an offensive-minded coach.
The last three #Jaguars head coaches had previous HC experience and came from offense.
Candidates who fit this criteria: Matt Nagy, Kliff Kingsbury, Todd Monken, Arthur Smith, *Mike McCarthy
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) January 6, 2025
Offensive creativity will be a consideration in the #Jaguars’ search, with #Lions OC Ben Johnson, #Bucks OC Liam Cohen, and #Bills OC Joe Brady on the team’s radar. It is said.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) January 6, 2025
