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As the 2025 head coaching vacancies loom, the list of contenders narrows dramatically. The Jets and Bears are confirmed to be searching for new leadership, while other franchises like the Las Vegas Raiders and Jacksonville Jaguars are likely to join the mix. Most available candidates lack Gruden's success; he stands out as the only coach with a Super Bowl victory among potential hires.
However, significant obstacles remain, chiefly Gruden's ongoing feud with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. Despite public sentiment shifting positively towards Gruden since his departure, many organizational owners may hesitate to confront Goodell by hiring him. Without a doubt, his contentious past plays a significant role in the evaluation of his candidacy.