The Ringer NFL Show NFL Hot Seat Check-in! Which Coaches are in Trouble?
Dec 3, 2025
In a thrilling analysis, NFL reporter Pat Daugherty dives into the precarious futures of several head coaches. He predicts Pete Carroll's likely exit and dissects the future of Kevin Stefanski, eyeing a potential move to the Giants or Eagles. They explore coaches like Mike McDaniel who find themselves on the fence, and consider surprising names like John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin as trade possibilities. The discussion wraps up with a focus on the Giants' troubling leadership, suggesting big changes could be on the horizon.
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Pete Carroll Likely Done In Las Vegas
- Pete Carroll's hire failed to even raise the baseline and the Raiders have become a laughingstock under him this season.
- Pat Daugherty and Sheil Kapadia both think Carroll is almost certainly gone after a 2-10 start.
Stefanski's Reputation Vs. Browns' Reality
- Kevin Stefanski's recent 6-23 stretch makes his Cleveland future uncertain despite previous success.
- Both hosts think Stefanski will keep coaching in the NFL, but his next stop might not be Cleveland.
Pick The Right Next Job, Not Just A Head Title
- If Stefanski leaves Cleveland, prioritize organizations with quarterback development and competence over troubled rebuilds.
- Pat Daugherty ranks the Giants or an Eagles OC rehab role above Titans or Raiders head-coach fits for Stefanski.