Mike Vrabel landing spots: Which teams should ex-HC consider after Browns contract

Mike Vrabel's coaching and personnel consultant contract with the Cleveland Browns expired on Monday. The former Tennessee Titans coach is reportedly now looking for a new team since he can start interviewing for head coaching positions immediately.

Since there are a few NFL teams that could look to change coaches after the 2024 regular season ends, here are some potential landing spots for Vrabel.

3 potential landing spots for Mike Vrabel in 2025

Former Cleveland Browns coaching and personnel consultant Mike Vrabel - Source: Getty

#1. New England Patriots

Mike Vrabel is likely to monitor the situation with the New England Patriots after their regular season ends. The Patriots (3-16) will host the Buffalo Bills in their final regular-season game on Sunday.

New England's season has been a disaster, and it's safe to say that Jared Mayo has had a rough start to his coaching career. The Patriots might feel like they need to change their coach after one season, especially since they've struggled to find any balance in their team.

Vrabel, who won three Super Bowls during his playing days with the Patriots, could make a return to rebuild the New England squad next season.

#2. New York Jets

The Jets fired underperforming coach Robert Saleh on Oct. 8 but have failed to show any sort of improvements since Jeff Ulbrich was named as their interim coach. While there is still uncertainty about quarterback Aaron Rodgers' future in New York, it appears that the Jets (4-12) need a firm head coach to turn the fortunes of the franchise.

The Green Gang could consider Vrabel to take over the reins in 2025 to find some stability. During his six years as the Tennessee Titans coach, he compiled a 56-48 overall record.

Since the Jets require someone to steady the ship, New York could be an ideal landing spot for Vrabel to show his worth.

#3. Chicago Bears

The Bears fired coach Matt Eberflus on Nov. 29, after a 4-8 start to the season. Since then, Chicago has lost its past four games under interim coach Thomas Brown.

Although many believe that the Bears have a superstar quarterback in Caleb Williams, the team needs an overall fix, which is something that might interest Mike Vrabel.

The Bears need a change in culture through the franchise, and Vrabel might be the most suitable candidate who ticks all the boxes for a rebuild in Chicago.