Jonathan Gannon Fired by Arizona Cardinals After Three Seasons
The Arizona Cardinals have parted ways with head coach Jonathan Gannon after three seasons, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo reported Monday. The team later confirmed the dismissal. Gannon’s tenure ended following a 37-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the regular-season finale, which marked the Cardinals’ ninth consecutive defeat and a final record of 3-14. The firing comes as little surprise given the team’s struggles, but it signals a major reset for a franchise that has now missed the playoffs for three straight years under Gannon.
Despite the disappointing win-loss record, Gannon did oversee some positive developments. During his three seasons (2023-25), the Cardinals ranked No. 2 in the NFL in yards per carry (4.7), a testament to his emphasis on a strong running game. However, that success did not translate to overall team success, and the late-season collapse ultimately sealed his fate. When asked earlier whether he expected significant changes, Gannon replied, “Yeah I do.” Those changes have now arrived, with his contract and recovery from a recent procedure adding key variables to the team’s decision-making process moving forward.
Meanwhile, in Green Bay, the Packers opted not to move on from head coach Matt LaFleur after a nightmare playoff collapse against the Chicago Bears in the Wild Card Round. However, the team still faces important decisions regarding its coaching staff. As reported by Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the Packers are evaluating their options, and any changes could have ripple effects across the organization. For the Cardinals, the search for a new head coach begins immediately, with the franchise aiming to rebuild around a young core and reverse its recent fortunes.
Gannon’s dismissal marks the end of a brief but turbulent era in Arizona. While he helped establish a respectable rushing attack, the lack of progress in the win column proved too much to overcome. As the Cardinals look ahead, they will need to find a leader who can maximize their talent and deliver results in a competitive NFC West. For now, the focus shifts to the offseason and the critical decisions that lie ahead for both Arizona and Green Bay.
Shimanta Das 
