> At a Glance
> – Jonathan Gannon was fired after three seasons as Arizona’s head coach
> – 15-36 record, no playoff trips; 2025 season ended 3-14
> – Six teams now hunting for new coaches
> – Why it matters: Another franchise resets as playoff drought stretches past 2021
The Arizona Cardinals have joined the NFL’s coaching carousel, dumping Jonathan Gannon one day after a season-ending ninth straight loss to the Rams.
Coaching Change Confirmed
General manager Monti Ossenfort keeps his job and will lead the search for Gannon’s replacement. The move came swiftly after Sunday’s defeat sealed a 3-14 record, the league’s worst.
Gannon’s tenure never gained traction:
- Best season: 8-9 in 2024
- Defense bottom-10 in passing, rushing and points allowed
- No postseason appearances since 2021
Quarterback Question Lingers
Down the stretch, Gannon opted for Jacoby Brissett over Kyler Murray. The offense showed brief life, yet victories remained scarce.
Murray’s massive contract clouds his future, while the franchise holds the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 draft.
Coaching Carousel Update
Arizona becomes the sixth team seeking a new leader:
- Tennessee Titans
- New York Giants
- Atlanta Falcons
- Cleveland Browns
- Las Vegas Raiders
Key Takeaways
- Gannon exits with a 29.3% win rate in the desert
- Front office stays intact, focusing on draft capital and cap space
- Quarterback decision tops the next coach’s to-do list
The Cardinals enter another offseason of uncertainty, hoping the next hire can end a playoff drought now stretching toward half a decade.
