The Carolina Panthers confirmed their interview requests for nine head-coaching candidates on Monday.
Heading the list, literally, is Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. Johnson, the perceived favorite for the position, received interest from multiple teams during last year’s hiring cycle and is expected to continue garnering attention this winter.
With quite a bit invested in 2023 No. 1 overall pick and rookie quarterback Bryce Young, owner David Tepper has been expected to prioritize the offense in his latest hunt. So, in addition to Johnson, the Panthers have also sent out feelers on five other offensive play-callers—Houston’s Bobby Slowik, Cincinnati’s Brian Callahan, Miami’s Frank Smith, Baltimore’s Todd Monken and Tampa Bay’s Dave Canales.
The list also includes three defensive coordinators. Rounding out the bunch is Dallas’ Dan Quinn, Baltimore’s Mike MacDonald and Los Angeles’ Raheem Morris.
As noted by the Panthers in their official post, in-person interviews are not allowed until Jan. 22. Candidates may, however, interview through Zoom before then.
