Tennessee Titans Fire Head Coach Brian Callahan After 1-5 Start
The Tennessee Titans fired head coach Brian Callahan after a 1-5 start to his second season, making him the first NFL head coach dismissed this year.
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Overview
- The Tennessee Titans have fired head coach Brian Callahan, making him the first NFL head coach dismissed during the current season.
- The decision came after the team's disappointing 1-5 start to Callahan's second season as head coach.
- Callahan's tenure included a 3-14 record last season, which resulted in the Titans securing the No. 1 overall pick in the player draft.
- This marks a significant change for the Titans, who are looking to improve their performance after a challenging period under Callahan.
- The Titans are scheduled to face Vrabel and the New England Patriots in Week 7 following Callahan's departure.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources cover this story neutrally, focusing on objective facts and statistical performance to explain the coaching change. They present the firing of Brian Callahan as a direct consequence of his team's poor record and struggles, supported by historical context and official statements, without injecting editorial opinion or loaded language.
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FAQ
Brian Callahan was fired after the Titans started the 2025 season with a disappointing 1-5 record, and he had a 3-14 record in his first season, resulting in an overall poor performance under his leadership.
Brian Callahan's record with the Titans was 3-14 in his first season and 1-5 in the current season before he was fired, totaling a 4-19 record.
There are 23 candidates being considered, including former head coaches, promising coordinators, and collegiate coaches. Notable candidates mentioned include Arthur Smith, Brian Flores, and aggressive defensive coordinator Wilson.
The Titans are scheduled to face Mike Vrabel, their former head coach who is now with the New England Patriots, in Week 7 following Callahan's departure.
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