The NFL's coaching carousel is in full swing as teams outside the playoff picture make significant changes for the upcoming season.

Recent Firings:

Jerod Mayo (New England Patriots)

• Fired after 4-13 season
• Struggled with QB Drake Maye
• Mike Vrabel rumored as replacement

Doug Pederson (Jacksonville Jaguars)

• Dismissed after three seasons
• Team went 5-18 in last 23 games
• GM Trent Balke retained
• Lions' OC Ben Johnson potential replacement

Uncertain Futures:

Las Vegas Raiders

• Antonio Pierce's status unclear despite player support
• Mike Vrabel potentially linked through Tom Brady connection

New York Jets

• Vrabel interviewed for position
• Rex Ryan interviewing, previously led Jets to two AFC Championship Games

Dallas Cowboys

• Mike McCarthy (49-34 record) wants to return
• Playoff record: 1-3
• Jerry Jones' decision pending

Retained Coaches:

Brian Daboll (New York Giants)

• Kept despite 3-14 record
• Focus on QB development with No. 3 draft pick
• Daniel Jones' $160M contract proved costly

Shane Steichen (Indianapolis Colts)

• Retained with GM Chris Ballard
• 8-9 season record
• Concerns over QB Anthony Richardson's development

Super Bowl Odds (BetMGM):

• Lions: +280 (14.9% tickets, 16.0% handle)
• Chiefs: +350 (12.7% tickets, 15.9% handle)
• Ravens: +600 (8.4% tickets, 11.6% handle)

These teams represent the biggest liability for sportsbooks heading into the playoffs.

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