The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Black Monday fallout: Four teams turn over a new coaching leaf
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Jan 6, 2026 Black Monday brought a whirlwind of coaching changes in the NFL. The Falcons cleaned house, firing Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot, prompting a discussion on roster building failures. The Browns let go of Kevin Stefanski, though the hosts argue he remains a strong candidate for future roles. The Raiders parted ways with Pete Carroll, examining the underlying issues with their past roster construction. Meanwhile, the Cardinals opted for a fresh start by firing Jonathan Gannon amid injuries. Exciting times ahead with teams restructuring for success!
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Don't Over-Leverage One Fix
- Avoid over-leveraging one perceived fix and neglecting roster depth.
- Build contingencies across units rather than betting the season on solving one problem.
Stefanski's Strengths And Constraints
- Kevin Stefanski is widely respected for preparation, resilience, and accountability.
- His Cleveland tenure was complicated by tailoring offenses to Deshaun Watson and limited roster resources.
Cut Loose When The Timeline Is Unrealistic
- If a roster lacks a clear quarterback path and offensive pieces, pursue a clean coaching reset.
- Avoid extending a coach into a multi-year rebuild without a realistic timeline to succeed.