2024 NFL Coach of the Year and Assistant Coach of the Year finalists announced

The NFL has revealed the names of the outstanding coaches who will compete for the prestigious Coach of the Year and Assistant Coach of the Year awards, recognizing those who made a difference during the 2024 season.

Finalists for Coach of the Year:

Dan Campbell (Detroit Lions): Led the Lions to a historic season, cementing them as one of the powerhouses in the NFC.
Kevin O'Connell (Minnesota Vikings): Transformed the Vikings into contenders with an innovative, offensive approach.
Sean Payton (Denver Broncos): His impact was key in revitalizing the Broncos, returning them to competitiveness in the AFC.
Dan Quinn (Dallas Cowboys): Led the Cowboys to prominence with an imposing defense and effective strategies.
Andy Reid (Kansas City Chiefs): Continued his legacy as leader of the Chiefs, guiding them to another successful campaign.
Assistant Coach of the Year Finalists:

Joe Brady (Buffalo Bills): His work in offensive development helped keep the Bills as AFC contenders.
Vic Fangio (Miami Dolphins): He revolutionized the Dolphins' defense, making his unit one of the most feared.
Brian Flores (Minnesota Vikings): His defensive expertise contributed to the Vikings' resurgence in the league.
Aaron Glenn (Detroit Lions): He was instrumental in the defensive performance that put the Lions at the top.
Ben Johnson (Detroit Lions): He designed one of the most creative and productive offenses of the season.
The winners will be announced at the NFL Honors ceremony on February 6, 2025, where the outstanding achievements of the season will be recognized. The results will be based on the votes of 50 experts from specialized media.