Gruden has been away from NFL coaching since his resignation in 2021 after a second stint with the Raiders, and he did serve in a Saints consultant capacity in 2023. Still, the possibility of him returning to a head coaching or other NFL post appears unlikely at this time.
The Jets’ current coaching situation remains unsettled. The offensive coordinator job is open, and the team must navigate Rooney Rule requirements to hire a new play caller. Rosenblatt notes Frank Reich is considered a top candidate for that position, with the Jets also lacking a defensive coordinator position and several other staff roles on Aaron Glenn’s staff.
Meanwhile, the Raiders continue their head coach search, with Dianna Russini reporting that another interview is planned this week and a decision is still not near. Two young, offensive-minded names — Davis Webb of the Broncos and Klint Kubiak of the Seahawks — are among the candidates drawing attention as potential fits in Las Vegas.
Beyond coaching hires, attention is also on Fernando Mendoza, the projected No. 1 overall pick. With Tom Brady as a minority owner, there is expectation that Mendoza develops under the right infrastructure. Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz emphasized Brady’s responsibility to ensure the team surrounds Mendoza with the proper support to maximize his development.
This summary draws from reporting by The Athletic and related outlets, including Rosenblatt’s update on the Jets and Russini’s update on the Raiders, with general context from Yahoo Sports’ commentary.
