What is the current status of the Atlanta Falcons' head coach search?

The Atlanta Falcons are actively searching for a new head coach and have interviewed several candidates, including Jeff Hafley, John Harbaugh, and others.

When did the Atlanta Falcons fire their previous head coach?

The article states that owner Arthur Blank elected to fire head coach Raheem Morris after two seasons, but does not provide an exact date for this action.

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Hafley Interviews for Falcons HC Job Amidst Coaching Carousel

Q: Who is Jeff Hafley and why is he interviewing with the Atlanta Falcons?

Jeff Hafley is a football coach who previously led Boston College and served as defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers. He is interviewing for the vacant head coach position with the Atlanta Falcons.

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Summary

Jeff Hafley interviewed for the vacant Atlanta Falcons head coach position.
Hafley previously coached Boston College and served with the Packers.
Atlanta aims to fill its head coaching vacancy after recent firings.

Hafley Interviews for Falcons HC Job Amidst Coaching Carousel

Jeff Hafley was formally interviewed on Thursday for the vacant head coach position with the Atlanta Falcons. The 46-year-old coach brings experience from his recent two-season stint as defensive coordinator for the Green Bay Packers. Prior to that, he led Boston College as head coach from 2020 to 2023, following a role as co-defensive coordinator at Ohio State in 2019.

Hafley is the seventh individual to interview for the Falcons' top coaching job. Other notable candidates have included former head coaches John Harbaugh, Mike McDaniel, and Kevin Stefanski. However, reports suggest Harbaugh may be headed to the New York Giants. The Falcons have also spoken with Anthony Weaver, Klint Kubiak, and Aden Durde.

The Falcons finished the recent season tied for the NFC South lead. Despite a strong finish, winning their last four games after being eliminated from playoff contention, owner Arthur Blank decided to part ways with head coach Raheem Morris and GM Terry Fontenot. The team recently hired former MVP quarterback Matt Ryan as its new president of football.