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Falcons coaching candidate Brian Callahan goes to Titans

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Jan 23, 2024

Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan, who interviewed with the Falcons for their head coaching vacancy earlier this month, is set to become the next head coach of the Titans, according to multiple reports.

His representation confirmed the reports Monday.

Callahan interviewed with the Falcons Jan. 13 and was scheduled for an in-person interview Thursday. The 39-year-old Callahan had been with the Bengals since 2019 and will replace Mike Vrabel, who was fired by the Titans Jan. 9.

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