Mike McDaniel expected to take AFC offensive coordinator job
Key Points:
- Mike McDaniel is reportedly close to becoming the Los Angeles Chargers' next offensive coordinator, with negotiations underway but not finalized.
- McDaniel has declined interest in other coaching positions and the Chargers have indicated they are moving forward with him, despite ongoing head coaching vacancies.
- The Philadelphia Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers were also interested in McDaniel, but his move to the AFC is seen as a better outcome for the Detroit Lions.
- ESPN’s Jeff Darlington reported that the Lions were the least likely to secure McDaniel for their coordinator role, as the team did not view him as the right fit despite head coach Dan Campbell's interest.
- The Lions have hired former Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing as their new offensive coordinator, leaving fans uncertain if