With six of the seven NFL head coaching vacancies now filled, Ben Johnson stands out as the most promising hire of the cycle. Having previously excelled as an offensive coordinator with the Detroit Lions, Johnson's transition to head coach raises questions about his ability to lead a team, particularly regarding his management style and team culture. His press conference debut has already shown positive signs, demonstrating his awareness of the challenges ahead, especially in developing the Bears’ quarterback situation. As the Bears aim for a playoff contention, pairing Johnson with a talented QB like Caleb Williams could yield fruitful results.

Further discussions ranked the new coaching hires, highlighting Mike Vrabel's return to the New England Patriots as a strong second pick, yet concerns linger about his ability to assemble a competent coaching staff. Aaron Glenn's appointment with the Jets has merits, given his defensive prowess, although skepticism remains regarding ownership's commitment to supporting him long-term, particularly regarding the quarterback strategy. The final open position for the New Orleans Saints sees expected interviews with notable candidates like Kellen Moore, making the coaching landscape dynamic as the season approaches.