Mike McCarthy not planning to coach in NFL this year

Why Mike McCarthy to Saints makes sense according to Adam Schefter
As the New Orleans Saints head into the offseason looking to bolster their roster, the team is also looking for their next head coach with one in mind being Mike McCarthy, who was at the helm for the Dallas Cowboys last season. While the Saints will interview McCarthy, NFL insider Adam Schefter spoke about how he makes the most sense for the role.
Ex-Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy backs out of 2025 hiring window
Former Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy does not plan to coach this year. The New Orleans Saints are the only team still looking to hire a head coach, with six other franchises previously filling their vacancies.
Source: Mike McCarthy not planning to coach in NFL this year
Mike McCarthy is no longer planning to coach this year, and Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore has emerged as a lead candidate for the Saints job, the last remaining head-coach vacancy in the NFL.
Mike McCarthy favored to become Saints' next head coach
Between the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys, Mike McCarthy has been coaching in the NFC for 18 years, and he's accrued a record of 174-112-2 in that time. Despite three consecutive 12-5 seasons in the middle of his tenure with the Cowboys, a 7-10 campaign in 2024 was all Jerry Jones needed to see before deciding to go in a different direction.
Kliff Kingsbury to remain with Commanders, Mike McCarthy out for Saints’ coaching vacancy: Reports
Kliff Kingsbury will remain the Washington Commanders’ offensive coordinator despite interest from the New Orleans Saints and other teams during this head-coaching cycle, according to multiple reports. Former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy also will not be the Saints’ new head coach this season, according to multiple reports.
Mike McCarthy makes surprising decision in relation to Saints coaching search
Does anyone want to coach the New Orleans Saints? The former Dallas Cowboys coach decided he will focus on the 2026 hiring cycle, according a report from the NFL Network.
And now Mike McCarthy has pulled himself out of the Saints head coach search
Mike McCarthy has pulled himself out of the Saints head coach search. NFL Network reports he’s taking the year off and will look for work in 2026:
Mike McCarthy Makes Decision On Saints' Coaching Job
Mike McCarthy was a contender for two coaching jobs this cycle, including the New Orleans Saints. Moments ago, we received a significant update on his future in the NFL. Last week, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that McCarthy is "in play" for the Saints.
New Orleans Saints Interview With Mike McCarthy Blew Up In Coach’s Face: Report
The New Orleans Saints head coaching search might take a little longer than the team initially hoped after their early round of interviews. The Saints were the second team to fire a head coach in 2024,
Anthony Weaver likely coming back as Dolphins defensive coordinator with Kellen Moore Saints’ top choice
The Miami Dolphins don’t appear like they’ll have to hire for a fourth different defensive coordinator in four seasons. And, ...
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Mike McCarthy set to have Saints interview next week; Anthony Weaver, Mike Kafka up first
Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver is now set for a Friday meeting with the team and Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka is scheduled for Saturday. Former Cowboys head coach ...
Sources: McCarthy out of Saints mix; Moore a lead candidate
Mike McCarthy is no longer planning to coach this year, sources told ESPN, while Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore ...
NFL News: Mike McCarthy in talks to coach a team after his exit from Jerry Jones' Cowboys
After ending his tenure as head coach of Jerry Jones' Dallas Cowboys, Mike McCarthy is ready to interview with an NFL team ...
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Saints Complete In-Person Interview With Anthony Weaver For Head Coach Opening
The Saints have completed their in-person interview with Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony ... Mike Kafka will interview with the team on Saturday. Ex-Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy is ...
NFL rumors: Kellen Moore becomes Saints top HC option after Mike McCarthy withdraws
Owen Crisafulli is a Senior Editor and NFL Lead at ClutchPoints, who also covers the NBA and MLB. He recently received his ...