It looks like former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy will be following in the footsteps of previous high-profile sideline bosses, clearing the way for one of his proteges in the Big Easy.

According to multiple reports, McCarthy has decided not to coach in the NFL in the 2025 season. But was it his choice or was the decision to not coach next season made for him?

The updates continue to flood in for the New Orleans Saints, as they continue to search for their next head coach. All of the other HC openings have been filled in recent weeks. One of the most experienced candidates won't land in New Orleans this offseason.

The 12th-winningest head coach in NFL history will reportedly spend 2025 focusing on the 2026 hiring cycle. It’s a tactic he’s used before.

McCarthy has reportedly decided to focus on next year's coaching cycle and will take a year off from coaching in the NFL.

Former Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy will reportedly take a year away from the sidelines, according to a report from the NFL Network. Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero jointly noted on Twitter that McCarthy has “decided to focus on the 2026 hiring cycle and will not coach in the NFL this season.

Mike McCarthy took himself out of the running for the Saints job, but what's next for the former Cowboys head coach?

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that Philaelphia Eagles OC Kellen Moore is favorite to become next New Orleans Saints head coach. The post Eagles OC Kellen Moore Trending Toward HC Opening appeared first on Heavy Sports.

With Mike McCarthy out in New Orleans, all eyes turn to Kellen Moore. While the #Saints have not made a firm decision, Moore is the name to watch. — Ian Rap

The Raiders' hiring of Pete Carroll has Maxx Crosby pumped up -- even more than usual. The star defensive end said this week on SiriusXM’s "Let’s Go" podcast with Jim Gray that his mentality matches Carroll’s.

The Chiefs moved All-Pro guard Joe Thuney to left tackle to help cover for issues on Patrick Mahomes' blind side.