The Tennessee Titans are deep into their head coaching search, and the latest name to hit their interview schedule is former Giants head coach Brian Daboll. According to reports, Daboll is set to meet with the team on Friday as the Titans continue casting a wide net for their next leader on the sideline.
It’s a crowded field of candidates, and Tennessee is clearly doing its homework. Here’s the full list of names who’ve either interviewed, are scheduled to do so, or have been requested:
- Chiefs OC Matt Nagy (Interviewed)
- Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo (Interviewed)
- Colts DC Lou Anarumo (Interviewed)
- Broncos DC Vance Joseph (Interviewed)
- Former Browns HC Kevin Stefanski (Interviewed)
- Former Falcons HC Raheem Morris (Interviewed)
- Former Cowboys HC Jason Garrett (Interviewed)
- Steelers OC Arthur Smith (Interviewed)
- Former Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel (Interviewed)
- Interim HC Mike McCoy (Interviewed)
- Former Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy (Scheduled)
- Former Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon (Scheduled)
- Former Giants HC Brian Daboll (Scheduled)
- Former Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury (Requested)
- Packers DC Jeff Hafley (Requested)
- 49ers DC Robert Saleh (Scheduled)
- Rams DC Chris Shula (Requested)
- Chargers DC Jesse Minter (Requested)
That’s a mix of offensive and defensive minds, veteran head coaches, and up-and-coming coordinators. It shows the Titans aren’t locked into one profile-they’re looking for the right fit, not just the biggest name.
Brian Daboll’s name stands out because of his offensive pedigree and the early success he had in New York. After climbing the NFL coaching ladder with stops in New England, the Jets, Cleveland, Miami, Kansas City, and Buffalo-not to mention a season at Alabama under Nick Saban-Daboll finally got his shot to lead a team in 2022.
He made an immediate impact, guiding the Giants to a playoff win and earning Coach of the Year honors in his first season. But things cooled off after that, and he finished his stint with a 20-40-1 record.
Still, Daboll remains a respected offensive mind, and he’s reportedly drawing interest for offensive coordinator roles as well, including a vacancy in Philadelphia. That dual-track interest says a lot about how teams still value what he brings to the table, even if his head coaching record isn’t sparkling.
Another intriguing name on the Titans’ list is Mike McDaniel. The 42-year-old was let go by the Dolphins after the 2025 season, but his offensive creativity and leadership helped Miami to a 35-33 record over four years, with two playoff trips. McDaniel’s coaching journey started back in 2005 as a Broncos intern, and he’s since built a reputation as one of the more innovative minds in the game, particularly during his time as the 49ers’ run game coordinator and later as offensive coordinator.
What’s clear from this list is that the Titans are open to a range of philosophies. They’ve interviewed defensive stalwarts like Steve Spagnuolo and Lou Anarumo, offensive architects like Nagy and McDaniel, and former head coaches with varying levels of success. There’s no obvious frontrunner yet, but the inclusion of names like Daboll and McDaniel suggests the Titans are at least considering candidates who can bring a fresh, modern approach to their offense-something that’s been lacking in recent seasons.
The Titans’ next hire will be pivotal. With a young quarterback in development and a roster in transition, this coaching decision could shape the franchise’s direction for years to come. Whether they go with a seasoned head coach or a rising coordinator, they’re clearly taking their time to find the right voice to lead the next chapter in Tennessee.