Brian Daboll’s next chapter in the NFL is starting to take shape-and it could be in Tennessee.
After being let go by the New York Giants in November 2025 following a 2-8 start, Daboll has become one of the most sought-after offensive minds on the market. According to reports, both the Tennessee Titans and Philadelphia Eagles made strong pushes to bring him in as offensive coordinator. But the Titans appear to be in the driver’s seat-if Daboll doesn’t land a head coaching gig first.
The key wrinkle here? Buffalo.
Daboll is reportedly eyeing a return to the Bills, where he helped shape Josh Allen into one of the league’s premier quarterbacks. He’s expected to interview for the Bills’ head coaching vacancy in the coming days. If that opportunity doesn’t materialize, the Titans are poised to scoop him up as their new OC.
It’s a fascinating potential reunion in Buffalo, but the Titans offer an intriguing landing spot in their own right. Pairing Daboll with head coach Robert Saleh would bring a fresh dynamic to Tennessee’s offensive identity-one that’s badly needed. The Titans have struggled to find consistency on that side of the ball, and Daboll’s track record of creative playcalling and quarterback development could be a game-changer.
Let’s rewind a bit. Daboll’s tenure with the Giants started with real promise.
In his first season, New York jumped out to a 7-2 start and clinched its first playoff win since Super Bowl XLVI. That turnaround earned Daboll widespread praise and Coach of the Year honors.
But the momentum didn’t last.
Since the start of the 2023 season, the Giants went just 11-33 under Daboll, including a brutal 5-22 stretch beginning in 2024. Injuries didn’t help-key players like wide receiver Malik Nabers and running back Cam Skattebo missed significant time in 2025.
And with no long-term answer at quarterback, Daboll was constantly trying to make something out of nothing. Ultimately, the Giants decided to move on and hired John Harbaugh to lead the franchise forward.
Still, Daboll’s offensive acumen hasn’t gone unnoticed. Teams around the league recognize what he brings to the table-especially when he has the right pieces.
That’s why the Titans and Eagles were quick to get in the mix. Philadelphia conducted their interview with Daboll earlier this week, but all signs now point to Tennessee as the likely destination, assuming Buffalo doesn’t come calling.
Daboll’s next opportunity is coming. Whether it’s as the Bills’ head coach or the Titans’ offensive coordinator, he’s on the verge of getting a second chance to prove what he can do. And if history is any indication, he won’t waste it.