Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler New Horizons Monday + Win Totals Over/Under Reveal
Jan 6, 2026
Conor Orr, an NFL reporter and analyst, joins the discussion on coaching changes in the league. They dissect the recent firings, including Kevin Stefanski and Jonathan Gannon, while exploring potential replacements and team dynamics. The conversation also delves into the drama surrounding the Jets and the impact of leadership on teams like the Raiders and Falcons. Additionally, they revisit their preseason win total picks, celebrating hits and reflecting on near misses as they anticipate the unpredictable next season.
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Coach Success Can Be Undermined By Structure
- The Browns firing Kevin Stefanski shows how organizational dysfunction can make successful coaches expendable.
- Marc Sessler argues Stefanski was saddled by the Deshaun Watson trade and poor infrastructure beyond his control.
Browns' Repeated PR And Coaching Cycle
- Marc Sessler recounts Browns press conference clips to show ownership's repeated empty messaging after failures.
- He lists prior failed Browns coaches to illustrate a long pattern of organizational missteps.
Cardinals Move Quickly After Division Collapse
- Cardinals fired Jonathan Gannon after a 3–14 season and poor performance in division games, accelerating a coaching change.
- Monty Osenfort will spearhead the search, showing ownership trusts the GM to rebuild direction.