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The momentum for Gruden's return began heating up in November 2024 when Boomer Esiason, a notable former NFL quarterback and current CBS broadcaster, publicly asserted that several NFL teams were seriously exploring the possibility of hiring Gruden as head coach. He indicated that Gruden's desire to return to football was unwavering, evidenced by conversations he had with insiders involved in the coaching cycle. Esiason confidently claimed that if Gruden doesn't land a coaching gig this upcoming year, it was only a matter of time before he resumes his head coaching duties.