Pete Carroll and Mike Vrabel Surprise Exits, ATN Awards
Jan 10, 2024
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Former Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll and recently fired Titans head coach Mike Vrabel surprise exits. The heroes announce the winners of the 2023 ATN Awards including MVP, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Defensive Rookie of the Year, and Coach of the Year.
Pete Carroll is no longer the head coach of the Seahawks.
Mike Vrabel has been fired as the Titans' head coach.
The 2023 ATN Awards winners were announced, including MVP, Offensive Player of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year.
Deep dives
Jaguars fire defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell
The Jacksonville Jaguars have fired defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell, along with multiple assistants. The decision comes after a disappointing end to the season for the Jaguars, who missed out on the playoffs. There were reports of tension within the coaching staff, and the team felt changes needed to be made. The Jaguars will now look to hire a new defensive coordinator to fill the role.
Patriots remain quiet on Bill Belichick's future
Following the end of the regular season, there have been no updates on New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick's future. Despite speculation connecting him to other teams, including the Atlanta Falcons, Belichick remains under contract with the Patriots. It is believed that Belichick wants to stay in New England and believes he can turn the team around. However, no changes or announcements have been made at this time.
Bears fire offensive coordinator and defensive staff
The Chicago Bears have made changes to their coaching staff, firing offensive coordinator Luke Gettis, along with multiple offensive assistants. Additionally, defensive coordinator Mike Pettine and other defensive assistants have been let go. The Bears are looking to make improvements on both sides of the ball after a disappointing season. It remains to be seen who the Bears will hire to fill these vacant positions.
Wink Martindale parts ways with the Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens and defensive coordinator Wink Martindale have mutually agreed to part ways. The decision comes after reports of tension between Martindale and the coaching staff, specifically regarding the handling of assistants. It is unclear what the future holds for Martindale, but he is expected to receive interest from other teams in need of a defensive coordinator.
CJ Stroud wins Offensive Rookie of the Year
CJ Stroud, the quarterback of the Houston Texans, narrowly edges out Puka Nakua to win Offensive Rookie of the Year. Stroud's impressive performance and his ability to lead the team despite challenging circumstances, including having five different quarterbacks throughout the season, contributed to his victory. With 65 first-place votes, Stroud proves himself as a potential superstar quarterback and a valuable asset to the Texans.
Dameko Rhymes named Coach of the Year
Dameko Rhymes, the head coach of the Houston Texans, is awarded Coach of the Year. Rhymes showcases exceptional coaching skills by guiding the team to success in a division that was not expected to be won by the Texans. Despite various challenges and controversies, Rhymes leads the Texans to the playoffs with a remarkable performance. His ability to transform the organization and make a significant impact on both sides of the ball contributes to his well-deserved accolade.
In a room full of heroes - Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal, Marc Sessler, and Patrick Claybon get you caught up on news from around the league including Pete Carroll no longer being the head coach of the Seahawks (01:55), the Titans firing Mike Vrabel (12:38), the Bears sticking with Matt Eberflus (27:49), and turmoil in the Giants front office (36:15). After the break, the heroes announce the winners of the 2023 ATN Awards, starting with MVP (56:10) followed by Offensive Player of the Year (01:00:05), Defensive Player of the Year (01:03:05), Offensive Rookie of the Year (01:09:48), Defensive Rookie of the Year (01:12:50), and Coach of the Year (01:16:50).
