LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Chargers hired former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator Monday as they look to maximize quarterback Justin Herbert's talents in the wake of another one-and-done playoff exit. With defensive coordinator Jesse Minter leaving to become coach of the Baltimore Ravens, Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh will have two new coordinators in 2026. Still, McDaniel's reputation as an offensive guru made him a prime candidate not just for coordinator positions, but for head coaching vacancies too. He also reportedly withdrew from consideration for the Cleveland Browns' head coaching job and canceled an interview for the Buffalo Bills head coaching vacancy before formalizing his deal with the Chargers. Harbaugh said last week he wanted "a head coach of the offense," someone who "teaches, installs and puts the players in the best position to be successful."

Source: Los Angeles Times January 26, 2026 22:25 UTC