NFL Shifts to Younger Head Coaches with Seahawks' Hiring of Mike Macdonald

Former Ravens Defensive Coordinator Becomes Youngest NFL Head Coach, While Bill Belichick's Job Search Continues

Mike Macdonald, the former defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens, has been hired as the new head coach for the Seattle Seahawks, making him the youngest head coach in the NFL at 36.
Macdonald's hiring signals a shift in the NFL towards younger head coaches, as evidenced by the recent hires of Raheem Morris (47) with the Falcons, Dave Canales (42) with the Panthers, Brian Callahan (39) with the Titans, and Jerod Mayo (37) with the Patriots.
Bill Belichick, the former New England Patriots head coach, has yet to find a new position, leading to speculation that his age (71) and desire for control over football operations may be hindering his job prospects.
Under Macdonald, the Ravens had a dominant defense, leading the league in sacks, takeaways, and points allowed per game.
Macdonald's departure from the Ravens leaves a significant gap in their coaching staff, with potential internal replacements including Anthony Weaver, Chris Hewitt, and Zach Orr.