As 14 teams prepare to compete in the NFL Playoffs and chase a Lombardi Trophy, the other 18 teams in the league are looking to the 2026, with six of them searching for new head coaches.

McDaniel also has a very long coaching history with a lot of different coaching influences and schemes—including his closest coaching guru: Kyle Shanahan. The 49ers head coach has a scheme that is both more congruent to what the Lions’ do and much more adaptable.

The 42-year-old McDaniel is a late addition to the NFL coaching carousel, but that doesn't mean teams will not be interested.

Former Browns assistant coach's “brilliant, genius mind" could transform Cleveland's stagnant attack, as his dismissal from Miami puts him squarely on the Haslams' radar

There has been speculation that Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross wants to bring in Lamar Jackson, since Jackson is from South Florida and has expressed a desire to play in a warmer climate. The Dolphins have also interviewed Chad Alexander for the GM job, who has a relationship with John Harbaugh.

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