Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden Ranking our Top-8 Head Coaching Candidates (ft. RotoPat)
Jan 16, 2026
Dive into the intriguing world of NFL coaching candidates! The hosts rank potential head coaches, featuring names like Mike Tomlin and Mike McDaniel, discussing their strengths and team fit. They tackle controversial figures like Brian Flores and the impact of coaching styles, assessing both reliability and upside. The podcast also explores young talents and potential hires for struggling franchises. With debates on whether certain coaches are a fit for specific teams, it's a thrilling look at the future of NFL coaching!
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Tomlin's Consistent Value
- Mike Tomlin remains highly valuable despite recent playoff shortcomings and perennial 9-10 win seasons.
- Hayden argues you should at least call Tomlin because sustained non-losing performance is undervalued.
McDaniel As A High-Value Play-Caller
- Mike McDaniel is seen as a top-tier offensive innovator whose play-calling could translate as a LaFleur-like head coach in the right situation.
- Josh and Hayden both believe many teams will have to offer him head coach roles to get his play-calling talent.
Kubiak: Shanahan Tree Credibility
- Clint Kubiak is the most credible Shanahan/McVay disciple and worth a flyer as a young offensive architect.
- Hayden and Josh expect he will land a head-coaching job soon given his experience and system ties.