With the Jaguars in the interview process to find their next head coach, here are the best candidates who would fit as replacements for Doug Pederson.

Robert Saleh Watch continues—at least in the Bay Area. The San Francisco 49ers are closely monitoring developments as the former New York Jets head coach interviews for head coaching opportunities around the NFL.

The Jacksonville Jaguars have requested permission to speak with Lions OC Ben Johnson about their vacant head coaching position.

On the same day the Jaguars scheduled an interview with Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, the team has also put in a request for Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson -- who is seen as the top star in this year's coaching cycle.

The Jacksonville Jaguars came into the 2024 season hoping to compete for the division. Things went south very quickly. The team started out 1-5 en route to a 4-13 finish.

The coordinator would have the chance to work with Trevor Lawrence and promising young receiver Brian Thomas Jr.

The Jaguars also have interviewed Tampa Bay Buccaneers OC Liam Coen, former New York Jets coach Robert Saleh, Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, Kansas City Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo and Detroit Lions OC Ben Johnson and DC Aaron Glenn.

With the Detroit Lions focusing on a potential Super Bowl run, offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has been busy at work. Not only is he scheming for Saturday's playoff matchup against the Washington Commanders,

Follow the latest updates on the Jacksonville Jaguars' search for the next head coach to replace the fired Doug Pederson.