Two teams that have long been mentioned as front-runners for Bill Belihcick reportedly won't hire him in 2025.

Bill Belichick is going to be one of the most intriguing names in the coming months when it comes to head coaching openings, but there is another veteran coach in Mike Vrabel who is expected to be sought after, and some expect him to have an advantage over his former head coach in Belichick in this hiring cycle.

Bill Belichick, often regarded as one of the greatest coaches in professional sports, remains a focal point of NFL speculation nearly a year after his departure from the New England Patriots. With a legacy that includes an NFL-record eight Super Bowl titles—six as a head coach with the Patriots and two as a defensive coordinator with the Giants—Belichick’s potential return to the sidelines has generated widespread intrigue.