He had the second-best passer rating allowed among rookie corners and the fifth-best completion percentage. “I don’t know, man,” Griffin said. Kafka was a former fourth-round draft pick by the Eagles as a player. However, the Chiefs will play in the AFC Championship Game this Sunday and the Seahawks will need … Kafka was a former fourth-round draft pick by the Eagles as a player. He played backup QB to Michael Vick for two years during Andy Reid’s tenure as head coach. Texans release DE J.J. Watt: Is he a fit with the Chiefs? Brady… Much better choice than LaFleur. “A source told me that the Seahawks’ management is not happy with Russell Wilson and his camp for taking this to the media,” Patrick said. He started off his coaching career as a graduate assistant at Northwestern before becoming a member of the Chiefs’ coaching staff in 2017. Robert Saleh, who the Jets introduced Thursday, is Lebanese-American. The New York Jets appear to have zeroed in on 49ers DC Robert Saleh to be the next leader of gang green. “Seahawks have spoken to former Jets head coach Adam Gase about the offensive coordinator opening, per source, and they intend to speak to Chiefs QBs coach Mike Kafka at … According to a new report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Eagles may once again go back Andy Reid coaching tree and hire an assistant coach from the Chiefs to fill their newfound head-coaching vacancy. Start every day with our most popular content waiting in your inbox. Mike Kafka Helped Develop Patrick Mahomes, Appears to be Eagles' Top Target The Kansas City assistant has been with the Chiefs for three seasons and is a former draft pick of the Eagles Author: Check it out: The Sheepdog is back with the Kansas City Chiefs. He played backup QB to Michael Vick for two years during Andy Reid’s tenure as head coach. Current Kansas City quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka is also being talked about in regards to the Eagles' opening, which could be a bold move for Philly. Mike Kafka One of the best coaching trees in recent NFL history, Andy Reid will almost certainly see his third Chiefs-years offensive coordinator land a head-coaching job. So who did the Chiefs grab in their latest mock draft? The destination for all NFL-related videos. Mike Kafka 12/1. There’s obviously some familiarity with Kafka from that. Among them are linebacker Shaquem Griffin and his twin brother, cornerback Shaquill. We will see how this story develops as the conference championships approach. You'll now receive the top Chiefs Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Shaquem told NBC Sports Northwest that he once again faces an uncertain future and that he cannot control the Seahawks’ desire (or lack thereof) to keep him, but rather his preparation for next season and his resulting performance on the field. Dieter’s contract as a member of the Chiefs’ practice squad expired, but according to the NFL's official transaction report on Friday, he's officially re-signed with the team on a reserve/future contract. In 2017 and 2018 when Tagovailoa was at Alabama, the Crimson Tide had two different co-offensive coordinator setups with Brian Daboll and Mike Locksley, and then Locksley and Josh Gattis. He showed prowess as a boundary corner, nickel and even as a pass rusher. Much better choice than LaFleur. If the reports are true, Seattle plans to speak to him eventually. https://seahawkswire.usatoday.com/2021/01/19/seahawks-plan-to-talk-to-chiefs-qb-coach-mike-kafka-about-oc-job/, Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks coach Michael Kafka, Jamal Adams taunts Rams on Twitter following their loss to Packers, Former Seahawk Chad Wheeler's ex-girlfriend Alleah Taylor speaks out, Seahawks Russell Wilson ranks 6th-best starting quarterback of 2020, Former Seahawks punter Jon Ryan re-signs with Roughriders, Tom Pelissero: No indication Seahawks will trade Russell Wilson, Brandon Marshall on Seahawks: 'I don't think they believe in Russ', Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. According to Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquire the team is no longer considering Chefs quarterback coach Mike Kafka for their head coaching position. There was some reported interest in Kafka as a candidate for a head-coaching position ahead of the end of the season, but so far no one had requested an interview with him. ... NFL rumors: Eagles hire Chiefs quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka Sep 16, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka … A former #Eagles player and member of the Andy Reid coaching tree, would keep an eye on this one. New York was 22nd in NFL in rush attempts, with 37-year-old Frank Gore as its lead back. Whoever the Seahawks appoint as their offensive coordinator for 2021 must be up to the task of assisting Russell Wilson in correcting his flaws and bringing the full potential of the offense to fruition. Please check your email for a confirmation. #Seahawks have spoken to former #Jets head coach Adam Gase about the offensive coordinator opening, per source, and they intend to speak to #Chiefs QBs coach Mike Kafka at … Chargers’ next head coach. The Jets and Texans requested interviews with Colts defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, ... Mike Kafka. That means he'll be on the 90-man offseason roster when the new league year begins in March, marking his fifth-straight season with the team. Gase’s Jets ran it five fewer times than the Seahawks did in 2020. The Philadelphia Eagles decided to move on from head coach Doug Pederson after a disappointing 4-11-1 season in 2020. Patrick claims that a source within the organization close to him relayed this information to him and that the present situation must change for the two sides to cooperate in the future. A graduate of the University of Alabama, he was the school's head football coach from 2003 to 2006.He was the offensive coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1996 to 1999, the Carolina Panthers from 2013 to 2017, and the New York Giants … Brandon Staley 15/1. Related: Top Jets head coach candidates. A former #Eagles player and member of the Andy Reid coaching tree, would keep an eye on this one. Related: Top Jets head coach candidates. The Seattle Seahawks are searching for a new offensive coordinator in the aftermath of Brian Schottenheimer’s dismissal. ... NFL rumors: Eagles hire Chiefs quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka Sep 16, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka … 138 overall. The 2021 NFL draft is just 75 days away and that means that mock draft season will soon be in full swing. #Seahawks have spoken to former #Jets head coach Adam Gase about the offensive coordinator opening, per source, and they intend to speak to #Chiefs QBs coach Mike Kafka at … — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 11, 2021. Mike Kafka One of the best coaching trees in recent NFL history, Andy Reid will almost certainly see his third Chiefs-years offensive coordinator land a head-coaching job. Names like Anthony Lynn, Doug Pederson, and Adam Gase have been floating around, but another has emerged – Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks coach Michael Kafka.. Sign up for the Chiefs Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. However, the New York Jets are in advanced talks with the 49ers DC, so the Eagles will face competition if they pursue Saleh's services. . You'll now receive the top Seahawks Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Right behind Saleh in the odds is Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka at +450. Gase’s Jets ran it five fewer times than the Seahawks did in 2020. The Seattle Seahawks are searching for a new offensive coordinator in the aftermath of Brian Schottenheimer’s dismissal. Knowing what the NFL does now, Kansas City Chiefs rookie cornerback L'Jarius Sneed wouldn't end up a fourth-round draft pick at No. As much as Bieniemy has been a huge part of Mahomes’ development, the NFL is a passing-centric league. Pederson, of course, was formerly the offensive coordinator in Kansas City. Kafka has been Kansas City’s QB coach for three years now, ever since Patrick Mahomes became their full-time starting quarterback. Sign up for the Seahawks Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. The Seattle Seahawks have numerous impending free agents and they will not be able to keep all of them. Former NY Jets‘ head coach Adam Gase is looking for work after being let go by his now-former organization earlier this month. Is there now a blueprint for stopping Patrick Mahomes? Mike Kafka Eagles. One name the #Eagles may consider: #Chiefs QB coach Mike Kafka. Please check your email for a confirmation. The Miami Dolphins could be looking at Mike Kafka to help Tua Tagovailoa take the next step. Names like Anthony Lynn, Doug Pederson, and Adam Gase have been floating around, but another has emerged – Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks coach Michael Kafka. January 8: Saleh's offensive coordinator likely would be Mike Kafka, accord to a report. Saleh is the first coaching hire for Jets general manager Joe Douglas, who spent 2016 through 2019 as … New York was 22nd in NFL in rush attempts, with 37-year-old Frank Gore as its lead back. January 8: Saleh's offensive coordinator likely would be Mike Kafka, accord to a report. #Seahawks have spoken to former #Jets head coach Adam Gase about the offensive coordinator opening, per source, and they intend to speak to #Chiefs QBs coach Mike Kafka at … The Eagles have been linked to both Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy and QB coach Mike Kafka, but if Jeffrey Lurie wants to interview either guy, he’ll have to wait until they’… The Inquirer is reporting that the … Ryan Day 20/1. The Eagles have their eyes on a Chiefs’ assistant, but according to Jeff McLane, Mike Kafka is no longer an option. He finished the regular season with 41 total tackles, two tackles for loss, two sacks, three interceptions and seven passes defended. https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/2021/01/11/kansas-city-chiefs-qb-coach-mike-kafka-option-for-philadelphia-eagles-doug-pederson-fired/, interested in bringing Kafka in to interview, Chiefs add WR Dalton Schoen on reserve/future deal. The Eagles hired Pederson in 2016. Chiefs FB Anthony Sherman wants to return to Kansas City in 2021. I think it is safe to say that Kafka has done a lot of quality work with Patrick Mahomes. Our friends over at Draft Wire recently released updated mock draft projections following the conclusion of Super Bowl LV. There’s obviously some familiarity with Kafka … Though there’s a chance head coach Andy Reid and quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka … It’s unlikely that he’ll take an interview with a team until the playoffs conclude, but don’t be surprised if he at the very least interviews for the vacancy in Philadelphia. He started off as an offensive quality control coach, before being promoted to quarterback coach in 2018, which was Patrick Mahomes’ breakout MVP season. What happens to Super Bowl 55 gear made for Kansas City Chiefs after they lost? Getty Chiefs QB coach Mike Kafka was drafted by the Eagles in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. Brian Daboll 9/2. Mike Kafka Eagles. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The New York Jets appear to have zeroed in on 49ers DC Robert Saleh to be the next leader of gang green. Watch game, team & player highlights, Fantasy football videos, NFL event coverage & more Sneed was by far the most impressive rookie cornerback in the NFL last season, despite missing seven games due to a collarbone injury. The only thing I can do is work hard and... Sportscaster Dan Patrick suggested that the Seattle Seahawks’ front office is unhappy with quarterback Russell Wilson’s recent comments about the team’s state of affairs on his show. One name Philly may consider for the position is former NFL passer and current Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka, per Rapoport. He took on the additional role of passing game coordinator in 2020. Mike Shula (born June 3, 1965) is an American football coach who is the quarterbacks coach of the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. Matt Eberflus 7/2 (10/1 odds last week) Brandon Staley 4/2. In 2018, Dieter was called... Start every day with our most popular content waiting in your inbox. “The only thing I can do is control what I can control. Dieter joined the Chiefs as an undrafted free agent out of Alabama in 2017, spending his rookie season on the practice squad and working on the scout team with QB Patrick Mahomes. However, the Chiefs will play in the AFC Championship Game this Sunday and the Seahawks will need their approval to conduct an interview with Kafka at the moment. . Rapoport says that Philly may consider Chiefs QB coach Mike Kafka for the job. Landing Mike Kafka could help the Seahawks get back to the Super Bowl. Rapoport says that Philly may consider Chiefs QB coach Mike Kafka for the job. The destination for all NFL-related videos. “You wonder if they’re going to be able to co-exist . Brady… Joe Brady was a name that we mentioned the Eagles should have interest in and Ian Rapoport of NFL.com is reporting that Jeffrey Lurie has interviewed the Panthers star, offensive coordinator. One name the #Eagles may consider: #Chiefs QB coach Mike Kafka. They started out with some help in the offensive trenches in Round 1 and then moved to reinforce the secondary in Round 2. He served as the Chiefs’ passing game coordinator in 2020 in addition to his responsibilities as the QB coach. The Philadelphia Eagles will not be hiring Kansas City Chiefs quarterbacks coach/passing game coordinator Mike Kafka as their next head coach, ... New York Jets — Robert Saleh The Philadelphia Eagles are one of two NFL franchises yet to hire a new head coach. Joe Brady was a name that we mentioned the Eagles should have interest in and Ian Rapoport of NFL.com is reporting that Jeffrey Lurie has interviewed the Panthers star, offensive coordinator. Saleh interviewed with the Eagles Wednesday evening at Jeff Lurie’s winter residence in Palm Beach, Fla., following his second interview with the Jets. Watch game, team & player highlights, Fantasy football videos, NFL event coverage & more The Eagles were previously interested in bringing Kafka in to interview for their offensive coordinator vacancy ahead of the 2020 NFL season under Pederson, but Reid promoted him in order to keep him on the coaching staff in Kansas City. This time around they're drafting in both the first and second round. One name the #Eagles may consider: #Chiefs QB coach Mike Kafka. Robert Saleh 5/1. The following coaches have been linked to the Eagles: Ryan Day, Lincoln Riley, Luke Fickell, Mike Kafka, Brian Daboll Candidates off the board: Robert Saleh (Jets…