Midseason reports on every new NFL head coach: Ups and downs for all 10 offseason hires

ESPN evaluated the performance of ten new NFL head coaches hired ahead of the 2026 season, detailing the early successes and challenges across their respective franchises. Notable starts include Joe Brady leading the Buffalo Bills to a league-best 33.3 points per game and Mike McCarthy steering the Pittsburgh Steelers to an undefeated 4-0 home record behind a stout rushing defense.

However, several teams have struggled with severe setbacks, including the Baltimore Ravens facing second-half collapses under Jesse Minter following injuries to Lamar Jackson. Additionally, major injuries have hindered progress for John Harbaugh's New York Giants and Jeff Hafley's Miami Dolphins, while Klint Kubiak's Las Vegas Raiders and Kevin Stefanski's Atlanta Falcons continue to search for defensive and rushing consistency.