The Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers are putting the finishing touches on Week 12 of the NFL season in a Monday night clash.
With one game remaining, every other team already has their sights on Week 13. But who is playing for more than a win in the new week?
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Here are the coaches on the hot seat as the NFL enters Week 13.
Zac Taylor
Bengals Head Coach Zac Taylor speaks at a press conference.
Zac Taylor has done things that no other coach in the modern era has done for the Cincinnati Bengals. But that doesn’t mean a change of scenery isn’t the best case for both sides.
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It’s clear the marriage between the two is reaching a painful end. However, will this be the year the Bengals pull the plug on the Taylor era?
Raheem Morris
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris reacts on the sidelines during the second half against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images
If the Atlanta Falcons had lost to the New Orleans Saints in Week 12, there’s a good chance head coach Raheem Morris would have already received his pink slip.
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The Falcons are currently 4-7, but the future doesn’t look bright. This franchise can seem to never escape the worst Super Bowl choke job in history.
Jonathan Gannon
Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon walks the sidelines as his team plays the Jacksonville Jaguars at State Farm Stadium.
Jonathan Gannon’s time on the sideline with the Arizona Cardinals is nearing its end. Honestly, the Cardinals may even be ready to pull the plug on the current roster, including Kyler Murray. The next coach will be taking on a major rebuild.
Kevin Stefanski
Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski looks on in the first half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Kevin Stefanski’s best years with the Cleveland Browns are in the rearview. The offense is a mess. It has been the story of this franchise since its return in 1999: Consistent quarterback play.
The Shedeur Sanders era may have begun. However, no one would be shocked if another quarterback makes a start before the end of the season.
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Pete Carroll
Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll leaves the field after the game against the Cleveland Browns at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The Las Vegas Raiders are the worst team in the league. This may be a hot take, but head coach Pete Carroll could be on the chopping block.
It’s hard to imagine the franchise firing its first-year coach. However, this league has been no stranger to doing it in the past. The Raiders are a mess, and it feels like that won’t drastically change before 2026.
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