During his time in Cincinnati, Callahan was part of a coaching staff that won two AFC North titles and reached two AFC championship games and a Super Bowl. His offenses ranked highly in key metrics, including eighth in EPA per play (0.049), sixth in scoring, and seventh in passing, with Joe Burrow finishing eighth in passing yards in that span. 📈🏆
Callahan also brings AFC West familiarity. He had a brief run as a Broncos coaching assistant in 2010, then served as their offensive quality control and assistant for five seasons, followed by a stint with the Lions and later as Raiders quarterbacks coach in 2018. This background could help him relate to the division and Herbert. 🐎🧭
Many view Callahan’s Titans tenure as the weaker chapter of his career, marred by a 1-5 start and an overall 4-19 record in 23 games over two seasons. He also drew headlines for drafting No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward and has pursued other OC opportunities, including an interview with the Buccaneers. 💥📉
Could Callahan be the right fit for Justin Herbert? The Chargers fired Greg Roman after a playoff loss to the Patriots and need an OC who can maximize Herbert behind a battered line that surrendered 60 sacks, with only two touchdowns in two playoff games. Callahan’s NFL experience and family ties—his father Bill Callahan coached the Titans’ offensive line—could help, though some question whether he’d land in a Cincinnati-like revival or face similar challenges again. 👨👦🏈
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