Here are the NFL head coaching candidates generating the most buzz by Sam Belden on Jan 4, 2018, 5:26 PM Advertisement
 With the regular season in the books, the NFL's coaching carousel is back in full force. Currently, five teams have vacancies at head coach: Arizona, Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, and the Giants (the Raiders have one too, but Jon Gruden appears to be a lock for that job). While many of the trendiest coordinators and assistants were snapped up over the past couple of offseasons, there are still a variety of intriguing names on the market. Below, read all about 13 coaches who could be hired to lead a team by the end of this month. All have been linked to at least one of the five organizations, but only one of them has served as an NFL head coach for more than two seasons. Mike Vrabel  Current role: Defensive coordinator, Houston Texans Possible destinations: The Lions announced on Tuesday that they have conducted an interview with Vrabel. The Colts have also been granted an interview, per SI's Albert Breer. One thing to know: Vrabel spent 14 seasons in the NFL, winning three Super Bowl rings with the New England Patriots. While he was in charge of one of the most porous defenses in the league this season, the Texans were hampered by numerous injuries. Besides, organizations value him most for his imposing presence and ability to unify players.
Matt Patricia  Current role: Defensive coordinator, New England Patriots Possible destinations: Patricia is a highly sought-after candidate. Adam Schefter reported that the Lions, Giants, and Cardinals have all requested to interview him. One thing to know: The Patriots defense got off to a rough start this year, but they were actually one of the league's better units in the second half. They were especially strong in the red zone, giving up the fifth-least points in the entire league. Patricia may not look the part of an NFL head coach, but after nearly 15 years of working under Bill Belichick, he's worth hiring.
Jim Schwartz  Current role: Defensive coordinator, Philadelphia Eagles Possible destinations: Two hours after Ian Rapoport reported that the Cardinals were the only team to request an interview with Schwartz, Adam Schefter reported that the Giants had done the same. One thing to know: Schwartz has experience with resurrecting moribund franchises, taking the Lions to the playoffs just two years after a 2-14 season, his first as a head coach. The Eagles have had a top-15 defense in each of the past two seasons, ranking fourth in yards surrendered in 2017.
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