Tennessee Titans Hire Brian Callahan as Head Coach, Filling Vacant Position
The Tennessee Titans have found their new head coach in Brian Callahan, the current offensive coordinator for the Cincinnati Bengals. The decision to hire Callahan was made after his second interview with the team on Monday. Despite having interviews scheduled with other teams, including the Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers, Callahan has chosen to stay with the Titans.
Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk and general manager Ran Carthon were in search of a coach who could lead the team to a franchise turnaround. Callahan, who has been instrumental in the Bengals’ recent success, was seen as the perfect candidate for the job.
At just 39 years old, Callahan will be taking on his first NFL head coaching position. He will be succeeding Mike Vrabel, who was fired earlier this year. The Bengals, on the other hand, have an in-house candidate in quarterbacks coach Dan Pitcher to replace Callahan. However, Pitcher is also scheduled for interviews with other teams for offensive coordinator positions.
Callahan’s departure from the Bengals comes after serving as their offensive coordinator from 2019 to 2023. During his time with the team, he played a significant role in quarterback Joe Burrow’s development into one of the top quarterbacks in the league. He also showcased his coaching skills by getting impressive performances out of Jake Browning after Burrow’s injury.
Throughout his career, Callahan has had the opportunity to work with some of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, including Peyton Manning, Matthew Stafford, and Derek Carr. Now, he will be tasked with developing Titans quarterback Will Levis, a second-round selection who showed promise towards the end of the team’s disappointing 2023 season.
The Titans’ offense has struggled in recent years, ranking 27th or worse in points scored and yards in each of the last two seasons. Callahan’s arrival brings hope for improvement in these areas. However, his responsibilities go beyond just fixing the offense. He will also be expected to contribute to the franchise’s rebuild.
The decision to hire Callahan was driven by the desire for a head coach who would embrace a collaborative approach towards consistent success. After two consecutive losing seasons, the Titans were in need of a fresh perspective and leadership style. Callahan will now work closely with Carthon and Strunk to bring the Titans back to their former glory as an AFC South powerhouse.
With the hiring of Brian Callahan, the Titans are optimistic about the future. His track record of developing quarterbacks and his experience working with top-tier talent make him a valuable addition to the coaching staff. The team and its fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the new season, hoping that Callahan’s arrival will mark the beginning of a successful era for the Tennessee Titans.