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Mike Kafka is reportedly getting in the mix for a few head coaching vacancies. Per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the New York Giants offensive coordinator is set

The Bears are set to interview Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka on Thursday, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka will be interviewing for other jobs. Kafka will talk with the Bears and the Saints on Thursday for their vacant head coaching positions, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported .

New York Giants assistant head coach Mike Kafka says he has one year remaining on his contract and “loves working” with Brian Daboll.

"Buzz" has emerged, pointing to Kafka being dismissed in the event Daboll remains in place, Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer writes. Such a development would likely be centered on Daboll reclaiming full control of the Giants offense.

Mike Kafka’s future could turn in a lot of different directions. The Giants assistant head coach/offensive coordinator revealed Thursday that he is under contract in 2025, which means he can be blocked from interviewing to make a lateral move even though another team might allow him to regain the play-calling responsibilities that he lost to head coach Brian Daboll after the 2023 season.

Here’s a wild card for you. The New Orleans Saints have reportedly requested an interview with New York Giants assistant head coach Mike Kafka:

New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka is generating some interest as a potential head coach. Coming off his third year as the Giants offensive coordinator, Kafka is expected to interview with the Chicago Bears and New Orleans Saints for their head coach vacancies.

The Chicago Bears have requested to speak to New York Giants assistant head coach/offensive coordinator Mike Kafka in regards to filling their head coaching vacancy, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.