Falcons Interview Lions' Ben Johnson in 'Wide Open' Head Coach Search

Despite second interviews with Bill Belichick and Jim Harbaugh, the Falcons continue to explore options, including Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator Ben Johnson.

Ben Johnson, the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, has been interviewed by the Atlanta Falcons for their head coach vacancy. This makes Johnson the 13th candidate to be interviewed by the Falcons.
Johnson's interview was conducted virtually after the Lions' 31-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, securing Detroit's first NFC title game berth since the 1991 season.
The Falcons' search for a new head coach is still 'wide open', despite having conducted second interviews with high-profile candidates such as former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick and Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh.
Other notable candidates who have been interviewed by the Falcons include Houston Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik, Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan, and Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald.
The Falcons are seeking a replacement for Arthur Smith, who was fired after his third consecutive 7-10 season.