The NFL's coaching carousel finally came to an end on Sunday as the Arizona Cardinals hired Mike LaFleur, the Los Angeles Rams' offensive coordinator, on a five-year deal. The move marked the last head coaching vacancy left in the league after Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak was reportedly heading to the Las Vegas Raiders following the Super Bowl.
LaFleur's hiring is significant as it means he'll be joining another prominent Sean McVay coaching tree member, further cementing his reputation as a top prospect. The Los Angeles Rams' offense has been one of the best units in the league since LaFleur took over, ranking fifth in passing yards and first downs.
As for LaFleur's own background, he previously worked with the New York Jets under Robert Saleh and joined the 49ers regime under Kyle Shanahan while also working under Saleh. Now, he'll be tasked with leading the Cardinals to success as their new head coach.
In a statement, Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill expressed his excitement about LaFleur's hire, praising the candidate's intelligence, creativity, and leadership abilities. General manager Monti Ossenfort added that LaFleur has been around top coaches throughout his career and understands what it takes to achieve success in football.
LaFleur himself is thrilled about joining the Cardinals, saying he couldn't be more fired up for the opportunity and expressed gratitude towards Bidwill and Ossenfort. The hire is set to bring a fresh dynamic to the Cardinals' coaching staff and will likely impact the team's performance in the coming seasons.
With all head coaching positions now filled, teams can focus on building out their staffs for the 2026 NFL season, which officially begins next month.
LaFleur's hiring is significant as it means he'll be joining another prominent Sean McVay coaching tree member, further cementing his reputation as a top prospect. The Los Angeles Rams' offense has been one of the best units in the league since LaFleur took over, ranking fifth in passing yards and first downs.
As for LaFleur's own background, he previously worked with the New York Jets under Robert Saleh and joined the 49ers regime under Kyle Shanahan while also working under Saleh. Now, he'll be tasked with leading the Cardinals to success as their new head coach.
In a statement, Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill expressed his excitement about LaFleur's hire, praising the candidate's intelligence, creativity, and leadership abilities. General manager Monti Ossenfort added that LaFleur has been around top coaches throughout his career and understands what it takes to achieve success in football.
LaFleur himself is thrilled about joining the Cardinals, saying he couldn't be more fired up for the opportunity and expressed gratitude towards Bidwill and Ossenfort. The hire is set to bring a fresh dynamic to the Cardinals' coaching staff and will likely impact the team's performance in the coming seasons.
With all head coaching positions now filled, teams can focus on building out their staffs for the 2026 NFL season, which officially begins next month.
... Cardinals need a shakeup and LaFleur brings that freshness, hope he can do something crazy with their offense 
i wonder if lafleur can bring some of that magic to cardinals 
they need someone to shake things up around there 
what are your thoughts on this new coaching hire? 
. Reminds me of when Bill Callahan was in charge back in '03 - that guy knew how to whip a team into shape! But you know, I think LaFleur's got some big shoes to fill after Sean McVay's system worked so well with LA. Still, he's got that Saleh vibe going on, and if anyone can adapt to the Cardinals' style...
️. but hey, at least the fans get some exciting news to look forward to 
i mean, his track record at the rams offense is insane and i love how michael bidwill gave him such a big contract lol, like, five years is forever in nfl terms 
and i'm curious to see how he'll adapt the cardinals system since hes worked under saleh and shanahan in the past, hopefully it brings them more wins 
and also why didnt u get any of ur own guys from ur Jets or 49ers roots on ur staff 
. But at the same time, I'm like "wait, isn't that just a bunch of luck?" 
. I mean, what makes him so special? Was it really his intelligence and creativity that impressed Michael Bidwill so much? 
Who's gonna be there to pick up the pieces and make some tough decisions? 
That's like getting a coach with top-tier material 
. And I love how the GM is hyping him up 
, it's clear they trust his abilities and are all in on this hire 
Maybe LaFleur'll magic them into playoffs 
. The Rams' offense was fire under him last season, so I'm expecting big things from the Cards this year 
. LaFleur's got some serious experience working with top coaches and GMs, so I trust he'll make smart decisions for the team 
. I gotta say, Mike LaFleur is a solid choice for the Cardinals - he's got experience working with some top-notch coaches like Saleh and Shanahan 
. And let's be real, his time at LA Rams was 
. Anyway, I'm curious to see how LaFleur'll shake things up in AZ - Cardinals fans are probably holding their breaths 
And I love how excited everyone is about this hire... Bidwill's got a good eye for talent, and LaFleur seems like a perfect fit 
The Cardinals' owner seems pretty sold on LaFleur's skills, which is great to see. Maybe this guy can bring some stability to the team after all the quarterback drama they've had. 
I'm SO stoked that Mike LaFleur is finally off the market! He's like the ultimate upgrade for the Cardinals and I'm low-key excited to see how he'll mesh with the team. The Rams' offense was insane under him last season, and now he gets to lead a new crew. 
Just kidding! The real takeaway from this news is that Mike LaFleur is one step away from fulfilling his potential as a coach. I mean, who wouldn't want to work with some of the best minds in the game? He's got the chops and the credentials to make a real impact in Arizona. Now, let's see if he can put it all together and bring some excitement back to the Cardinals' fan base! 
. Can't wait to see how this all plays out in 2026! 
anyway back to lafleur, i mean idk why ppl are so hyped about him but i guess his resume is pretty lit 