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In this episode of Inside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their grades for every head coaching hire so far (looking at you, New Orleans Saints) and give their thoughts and analysis on the latest news around the NFL. First up, the duo discuss the Dallas Cowboys’ hire of Matt Eberflus as defensive coordinator, with Fitz and Frank offering differing opinions on the direction of the team under Jerry Jones' leadership. They also debate the Cowboys' approach to contract negotiations, including the looming decision on Micah Parsons’ contract and what it means for the future of the franchise.The conversation shifts to the Saints, a team in desperate need of a rebuild. Fitz and Frank analyze why the Saints' job is one no coach seems eager to take, especially given Derek Carr’s eye-popping $51 million cap hit for 2025 and the team’s grim cap situation. Is it time for the Saints to reset and embrace a multi-year rebuild, or will they continue to kick the can down the road? The guys also touch on the Houston Texans’ firing of Bobby Slowik, pondering how this impacts the future of CJ Stroud.Later, the hosts get into the highs and lows of recent coaching moves, handing out grades for every head coach hire, including the Chicago Bears' decision to bring in Ben Johnson and the Las Vegas Raiders' hiring of Pete Carroll, the oldest coach in NFL history. Fitz and Schwab also share their thoughts on the New York Jets' bold move to bring in Aaron Glenn, and why Mike Vrabel to the New England Patriots could end up the best decision of the 2025 cycle.(2:15) - Cowboys hire DC Matt Eberflus(14:10) - Why does nobody want the Saints job?(24:10) - Texans fire Bobby Slowik (and what it means for Kliff Kingsbury)(30:05) - Grading HC hires: Dallas Cowboys(37:15) - Grading HC hires: Chicago Bears(39:00) - Grading HC hires: Jacksonville Jaguars(44:40) - Grading HC hires: Las Vegas Raiders(50:25) - Grading HC hires: New York Jets(55:30) - Grading HC hires: New England Patriots(59:00) - Grading HC hires: New Orleans SaintsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back and breaking down the latest developments in the NFL coaching cycle. They start by lifting the show’s ban on the Jacksonville Jaguars to talk about the team hiring former Tampa Bay Buccaneers OC Liam Coen as their head coach after a tumultuous interview process that resulted in the firing of GM Trent Baalke. They also react to Coen’s viral “Duval!” chant in his opening press conference. Next, they praise Aaron Glenn for his handling of questions about QB Aaron Rodgers in his opening press conference as the head coach of the New York Jets.The guys move on to the Las Vegas Raiders’ surprising hire of Pete Carroll as their new HC, noting that this is a blank slate for the team.They then address Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ comments during Brian Schottenheimer’s opening press conference and explain why they felt the team’s process left them wanting more.Finally, Nate and Matt go through assistant coaching hires, starting with the Chicago Bears hiring 28-year-old Declan Doyle and the Detroit Lions hiring John Morton  as their offensive coordinators, respectively. Then they break down the reasons why Klint Kubiak’s hire as the OC for the Seattle Seahawks could be great for QB Geno Smith. They wrap up the show by talking about the Houston Texans firing OC Bobby Slowik and address the rumors that Chip Kelly could fill his role.(3:10) - Jaguars hire HC Liam Coen(17:05) - Jets hire HC Aaron Glenn(26:55) - Raiders hire HC Pete Carroll(36:55) - Cowboys hire HC Brian Schottenheimer(49:20) - Favorite assistant coach hires🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

The NFC and AFC Championship Games delivered drama and standout performances! McCoy and Van Noy break down the Eagles’ dominant win over the Commanders and how Saquon Barkley’s "middle finger year" transformed their season. Plus, Mahomes’ calm brilliance in the Chiefs’ narrow victory over the Bills, key coaching hires, and end-of-season awards, including MVP and underrated stars. Don’t miss McCoy’s heartfelt praise for Van Noy making the Pro Bowl! 1:30 - NFC Championship Game: Eagles 55, Commanders 23 How did the Eagles dominate and Saquon transform their season?18:57 - AFC Championship Game: Chiefs 32, Bills 29 Mahomes’ calm performance leads the Chiefs past the Bills 36:00 - Teams Picking Up Coaches for Next Season Breaking down key coaching hires across the league 41:35 - End of Season Awards Recognizing MVPs, standout players, and underrated stars 48:00 - Game Wreckers & Playmakers Shining a light on key game-changers like AJ Brown 49:00 - Tell Us How You Really Feel, Gerald! McCoy praises Van Noy for earning a Pro Bowl spot 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

In this Championship Weekend edition of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab dive into the intense battles between the NFL's final four. The duo start with a heated conversation about the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the Buffalo Bills in a controversial, tight battle to the end. Fitz and Schwab reflect on how Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs have mastered the art of winning close games, with Mahomes’ uncanny ability to perform in clutch moments making him the most dangerous player in the league. But while the Chiefs' success is undeniable, there’s a growing sense that teams like the Buffalo Bills may be on the verge of running out of time to get past their kryptonite. The discussion takes a turn toward officiating as Fitz and Schwab break down the controversy around the Chiefs and the refs.Later in the episode, the Philadelphia Eagles dominate the conversation as Fitz and Schwab analyze their commanding win over the Washington Commanders. The Eagles’ dynamic offense, including the unstoppable Saquon Barkley, is riding high heading into the Super Bowl, while the Commanders, though not quite ready to compete at that level, show promising signs for the future.With their eyes set on the Super Bowl matchup between Kansas City and Philadelphia, Fitz and Frank wrap up with their first impressions in what's shaping up to be a monster matchup in New Orleans.(00:45) - Buffalo Bills @ Kansas City Chiefs(26:15) - Washington Commanders @ Philadelphia Eagles(52:20) - Early Super Bowl thoughts/predictionsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Fresh off of the Championship Sunday games, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon recap the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs punching their tickets to Super Bowl LIX. The guys start off discussing the nail biter between the Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills, with Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones showing up big time to make the clutch plays. Then, they move on to the Eagles blowout win over the Washington Commanders, breaking down the outstanding play of Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and A.J. Brown to set up the Super Bowl LVII rematch.Finally, Nate and Matt conduct postmortems for the Commanders and the Bills and discuss how the teams can build around quarterbacks Jayden Daniels and Josh Allen, respectively.(1:14) Chiefs 32 def. Bills 29(18:28) Eagles 55 def. Commanders 23(40:38) Where do the Commanders go from here?(52:37) Where do the Bills go from here?🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

The seemingly endless cycle of NFL coaching changes continues and Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab break down what the latest hirings mean for each team.The Las Vegas Raiders announce the hiring of Pete Carroll as their new head coach. Maybe he can’t take the Raiders to a Super Bowl, but can Carroll raise the floor in Las Vegas and bring the team back to winning ways? The Jacksonville Jaguars have reportedly hired Liam Coen as their head coach, but will the mishandling of the situation with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers leave a bad taste in the mouths of both franchises?Fitz & Frank preview the AFC Championship game between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs. On paper, the Bills are the stronger team, but it’s hard to root against the Chiefs in the postseason. Has the rivalry between these two teams and their quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes & Josh Allen become the latest edition of Tom Brady vs. Peyton Manning? And, if so, where does that leave Lamar Jackson in the conversation? (0:56) Liam Coen to Jacksonville(17:22) Pete Carroll to Las Vegas(25:58) Robert Salah to San Francisco (27:23) Is Mahomes vs. Allen the new Brady vs. Manning?(43:58) AFC Championship preview  Subscribe to Inside Coverage on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3AbfhJc🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ymFp3f📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT❤️ Inside Coverage would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University: http://breakingt.com/Terez• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor: https://mizzougivedirect.missouri.edu/fund.aspx?item_id=699• Donate directly to the Terez A. Paylor Scholarship at Howard University: http://giving.howard.edu/givenowUnder “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back with a deep dive preview of the NFC and AFC Championship matchups. They start with the Washington Commanders taking on their NFC East rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles, focusing first on Jayden Daniels and the offense and how they matchup against Jalen Carter and the Eagles defensive line. Then they flip things over to the other side of the ball where they question if Jalen Hurts can limit mistakes against the Commanders defense.The guys then preview the game between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs, starting with a focus on Josh Allen vs. the Chiefs defense. Then they praise Patrick Mahomes' ability to lead a lackluster Chiefs offense back to a seventh-straight AFC Championship.They finish things up with a Shrine Bowl preview ahead of Charles' trip to the game. They focus on attendees Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders and East Carolina DB Shavon Revel, while also discussing some under-the-radar players. They also take a look inside the mailbag, where they discuss the 49ers Super Bowl window.(1:45) - Commanders offense vs. Eagles defense(14:30) - Eagles offense vs. Commanders defense(24:55) - Bills offense vs. Chiefs defense(39:30) - Chiefs offense vs. Bills defense(54:10) - Shrine Bowl preview(1:02:35) - Mailbag questions of the week🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

In this exciting episode of Inside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab dive into the latest coaching news (including some breaking news live on the show) before breaking down this weekend's NFC Championship game. First up, the Chicago Bears have made a big splash by hiring Ben Johnson head coach, but they apparently hired him without meeting him in person. The trio explores the implications of this decision, especially considering Caleb's role in the process and the Bears' desperate need for a fresh start. Next, the breaking news drops that Aaron Glenn is heading to the New York Jets, and the trio give their instant analysis before touching on the uncertainty surrounding the Jacksonville Jaguars' future after firing GM Trent Baalke. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders are still in search of a head coach after their GM hire, and the team debates potential candidates, including the intriguing prospect of Pete Carroll or Anthony Weaver. The Dallas Cowboys seem to be moving in the direction of Brian Schottenheimer in their head coaching search, despite Kellen Moore offering a potentially higher ceiling.The episode wraps with a preview of the NFC Championship game, where Jori will be braving the cold to watch the action live in Philadelphia. The hosts dive into the concerns surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles’ passing game and discuss how their formula of relying on the run game and a dominant defense could be enough to get them to the Super Bowl. On the other side, Frank gives high praise to Washington’s rising star Jayden Daniels, who might just be the best player on the field Sunday. The gang make their predictions for what promises to be an unforgettable game.(00:45) - Ben Johnson goes to the Chicago Bears(18:55) - Aaron Glenn goes to the New York Jets(22:35) - Jaguars fire Trent Baalke(29:25) - Other coaching news: Las Vegas Raiders, New England Patriots & Dallas Cowboys(56:05) - NFC Championship game preview Subscribe to Inside Coverage on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3AbfhJc🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ymFp3f 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT ❤️ Inside Coverage would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways: • Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University: http://breakingt.com/Terez • Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor: https://mizzougivedirect.missouri.edu/fund.aspx?item_id=699 • Donate directly to the Terez A. Paylor Scholarship at Howard University: http://giving.howard.edu/givenow Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

In today's episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon break down the latest NFL coaching hires and what they mean for the future of the league. The duo starts off by breaking down the high-profile hiring of Ben Johnson, the new Chicago Bears head coach. Harmon and Tice explore what Johnson’s arrival could mean for future Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, and whether the young signal caller can thrive in a system tailored to his strengths.Next, the guys analyze the return of Mike Vrabel to the New England Patriots, where he’ll work to reinstate his tough, no-nonsense culture. Tice and Harmon discuss how Vrabel, fresh off a stint with the Tennessee Titans, will reshape a Patriots squad that’s been in transition, especially after a lackluster 2024 season. Next, the duo take a closer look at the most exciting assistant coach hires across the league, including Lou Anarumo as the Indianapolis Colts’ DC and Jeff Ulbrich as the Atlanta Falcons’ defensive coordinator.Finally, the podcast wraps up by exploring the league’s five remaining head coach openings, including the New Orleans Saints, Jacksonville Jaguars, Dallas Cowboys and more, as Tice and Harmon break down the frontrunners for each opening.(1:35) - Bears hire HC Ben Johnson(22:00) - Patriots hire HC Mike Vrabel(34:10) - Favorite assistant coach hires(54:50) - Latest news on the remaining HC openingsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

The Buffalo Bills edged out the Baltimore Ravens in a 27-25 thriller to advance in the playoffs! Gerald McCoy and Kyle Van Noy dive into how Josh Allen's clutch performance and the Bills' defense secured the win despite Baltimore outgaining them. They break down Mark Andrews’ untimely fumble, Lamar Jackson’s efforts, and Derrick Henry’s impact in a heart-stopping Divisional Round matchup. Plus, predictions for the Conference Championships, the Ravens’ offseason questions, and the biggest playoff Game Wreckers & Playmakers! Don’t miss this packed episode of McCoy & Van Noy!1:03 - MLK’s Legacy & Kyle’s Commitment 7:30 - Ravens’ Playoff Heartbreak 15:27 - Mark Andrews’ Redemption Arc 25:10 - Chiefs’ Championship DNA 36:50 - Commanders Upset the Lions 48:00 - Eagles vs. Rams: Snow Game Classic 56:25 - Game Wreckers and Playmakers 58:30 - Conference Championship Predictions 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network