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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Gratifying as it was for Sean McDermott to catch up with his family and get some rest during Buffalo’s bye week, the Bills coach on Wednesday found comfort returning to his weekly routine and familiar wardrobe — a gray T-shirt and sweatpants. “When I’m not wearing those, I go to my closet and I don’t know what to wear. I’m kind of like not myself,” he said before pulling up his hoodie for emphasis to reveal the gray shirt he had on underneath. “So I was telling some of the guys this morning, ‘It’s good to be back.’” Though there remain challenges ahead, these are upbeat times in Buffalo . The Bills (9-2) are off to their best start since 1992. They remain in contention for the AFC’s top seed by entering their break following a 30-21 win over Kansas City (10-1). And Buffalo is in position to clinch its fifth straight AFC East title as early as Sunday. To do so, the Bills would need Miami to lose to Green Bay on Thursday night, and Buffalo to win its game over San Francisco (5-6) on Sunday night. Buffalo has won six straight since back-to-back losses at Baltimore and Houston, and scored 30 or more points in each of its past five outings. Refreshed as McDermott sounded and appeared, it didn’t take long for him to revert to his game-at-a-time script when assessing what’s on the line this weekend. “We’re mostly focused on our level of play this week against a good football team,” he said. McDermott shed little light on the status of Buffalo’s lengthy list of injured players. There’s no timetable yet on Matt Milano being activated off injured reserve, even though the starting linebacker practiced fully for the first time since tearing his left biceps during a training camp practice in mid-August. Milano has actually missed nearly 14 months since sustaining a season-ending injury to his right leg in Week 5 last season. Milano revealed little during a brief interview following practice. “I feel all right. Getting back into it with the team,” said Milano, who no longer wore a red non-contact jersey in practice. Meantime, rookie receiver Keon Coleman, who has missed two games with a right wrist injury, and starting right tackle Spencer Brown, who missed one game with an ankle injury, were limited in practice. Tight end Dalton Kincaid (knee) was Buffalo's only player not practicing. The Bills also opened the three-week window for backup rookie defensive tackle DeWayne Carter (wrist) and backup offensive lineman Tylan Grable (groin) to return. McDermott has another positive going for him revolving around the bye week. The Bills are 8-0 coming out of their break since McDermott took over as coach in 2017. “I don’t really have the, hey, this is exactly what we do formula,” McDermott said on whether he’s changed his bye week approach. “It’s more of us really just getting back to what we do, getting back to basics.” AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nflTHE renowned Zimbabwean academic and political commentator Professor Jonathan Moyo has taken a swipe at South Africa’s handling of the political violence in Mozambique, labelling a statement issued by DIRCO spokesperson Chrispin Phiri as poorly conceived and diplomatically reckless. Phiri, a junior official in South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), issued the statement in response to the violence that erupted following Mozambique’s contested election results. He called for “urgent dialogue” to address the unrest, expressing South Africa’s readiness “to assist and work with SADC for a lasting solution.” In the statement, Phiri said, “Following the proclamation of final electoral results by the Constitutional Council of Mozambique, South Africa has noted with concern the ongoing violence and the subsequent disruptive protest in reaction to the announcement. South Africa calls on all parties to commit to an urgent dialogue that will heal the country and set it on a new political and developmental trajectory.” Prof. Moyo, however, criticized the statement on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), highlighting its shortcomings and accusing South Africa of engaging in “poor diplomacy.” He argued that the use of a junior official to comment on a crisis of such magnitude was a misstep, reflecting a lack of seriousness. “The situation in Mozambique is serious and warrants, at the very least, a ministerial statement,” Moyo posted. The former Zimbabwean government minister also took issue with the content of the statement, accusing South Africa of failing to condemn the violence outright. Instead, the statement merely urged “all parties to commit to dialogue,” which Moyo interpreted as a failure to demand an immediate and unconditional end to the unrest. — POVO NO PODER 🇲🇿 (@JerThaPlug) “What does South Africa know that the rest of SADC does not know?” Moyo questioned in his post, further criticising the suggestion that Mozambique’s dialogue should aim to set the country “on a new political and developmental trajectory.” He described this as an attempt to impose a predetermined outcome on Mozambique’s internal affairs, suggesting it might be pushing for a coalition government or a political arrangement resembling South Africa’s. Moyo contrasted the stance with South Africa’s own experience of violent unrest in July 2021, which left over 350 people dead. “When South Africa had its violent political riots... no one in the region prescribed a dialogue with a predetermined outcome to resolve that staggering violence. South Africa will do well to act likewise with regards to the situation in Mozambique,” he wrote. The academic also pointed to SADC’s existing mechanisms, including the Organ Troika currently led by Tanzania, as the appropriate platform for addressing the Mozambican crisis. “Letting a junior official like Phiri speak in the manner he did is poor diplomacy and a dereliction of leadership by his minister. Using a junior official to jump the gun will not silence the guns in Mozambique,” Moyo concluded. The situation in Mozambique remains tense, with opposition parties and civil society groups disputing the election results amid escalating violence. Moyo’s critique underscores the delicate nature of regional diplomacy and the potential consequences of South Africa’s approach to its neighbour’s turmoil.Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on TSM OptionsDriving Apparel Market to Surpass $23.32 Billion by 2030, Growing at a 5.90% CAGR from 2023 to 2030 11-27-2024 08:30 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Data Bridge Market Research (DBMR) / PR Agency: Data Bridge Market Research (DBMR) The Driving Apparel Market sector is undergoing significant transformation, with substantial growth and technological advancements expected by 2031. According to a new in-depth market research report, the sector is poised for expansion, driven by various factors such as market size, share, and emerging trends. This comprehensive report provides key insights into the Driving Apparel market, exploring critical market segmentation and definitions. 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Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Saturday, November 23MONTREAL - Canada's largest union is denouncing a statement by Quebec's labour minister, who suggested he might try to bring in legislation to give the province more power to end labour disputes. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * MONTREAL - Canada's largest union is denouncing a statement by Quebec's labour minister, who suggested he might try to bring in legislation to give the province more power to end labour disputes. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? MONTREAL – Canada’s largest union is denouncing a statement by Quebec’s labour minister, who suggested he might try to bring in legislation to give the province more power to end labour disputes. The Canadian Union of Public Employees is describing Jean Boulet as “the Grinch trying to steal the right to strike.” Boulet told CBC/Radio-Canada that he’s mulling changing the province’s labour code to allow the government to suspend a strike or lockout and impose arbitration. The legislation would be modeled on a similar law at the federal level that has been used to end strikes at Canada’s ports, railways and at Canada Post. Boulet told the outlet he’s also considering expanding the province’s list of essential services, which could prevent workers in some sectors from striking. His office did not respond for a request for comment. CUPE says the right to strike is protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and attempts to undermine it will be “inevitably” struck down in court. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. “The right to strike is a fundamental right, a cornerstone of our democracy,” CUPE Quebec President Patrick Gloutney said in a news release. “Taking advantage of the holiday season to try to weaken it shows deep disdain for those who fight every day for fair working conditions.” This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 24, 2024. Advertisement
Aspiring congresswoman and controversial MAGA cheerleader Valentina Gomez has sparked outrage once again after posting a video in which she appears to simulate executing an immigrant . The 25-year-old, who tried and failed to be elected as the Missouri Secretary of State earlier this year , said in the disturbing clip that undocumented persons who committed violent crimes “deserve to be ended.” In the video, posted to X on Monday, Gomez is seen firing a handgun into the back of the head of a dummy tied to a chair with a black bag over its head. “It’s that simple, public executions for any illegal that rapes or kills an American. They don’t deserve deportation, they deserve to be ended,” she says. The video has been flagged by X as potentially violating the platform’s rules against “violent speech,” but it had not been removed as of Tuesday. “Public executions for any illegal that rapes or kills an American.” Gomez captioned the video. It quickly sparked outrage from other social media users, with some branding the Colombian native as a “psychopath.” “What’s wrong with these people?” one wrote. “They’re unhinged, mentally ill, and sociopathic,” replied another. Critics even included the president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro , who wrote: “She is not just an American fascist. She is Colombian. And being a migrant, what she wants is to unleash hatred against migrants. Most Americans are killed by Americans.” However, others seemed to agree with Gomez’s stance, including fellow MAGA firebrand and Trump acolyte Laura Loomer who posted. “Love this.” After X started restricting the video, Gomez claimed that she was “the biggest threat to the establishment because I call it like I see it.” “I give people hope, and I don’t need their money. Remember, nobody is coming to save us. Stay strapped,” she said. The sentiment of Gomez’s video echoes that of President-elect Donald Trump , who has previously called for expanding the death penalty to those people who have arrived in the country illegally who kill a citizen or police. Trump has railed against Joe Biden’s decision to pardon the majority of federal death row inmates. Gomez has frequently shared outrageous or shocking videos on her social media pages and has consequently been banned from Instagram. In previous clips she frequently used homophobic slurs, and in one video, set two LGBTQ-inclusive books on fire. She has characterized the literature as “grooming, indoctrinating and sexualizing.” During the 2024 election campaign she called Vice President Kamala Harris a “hoe” and “little b****”, used the word “f****t” to describe transgender people and described Democrats as “full of gay s***”, among other things. Her bold rhetoric ultimately did not play well with voters. Gomez gained only 7.4 per cent of the vote with finishing sixth out of eight candidates in the race for Missouri Secretary of State . Last week she announced that she was running for Congress in Texas and relocating to the state to challenge Republican congressman Dan Crenshaw’s seat. “I don’t fear pdfs, criminals, or the crooks in DC. I only fear God,” she wrote in a post announcing the move.
As the global energy transition accelerates, Africa faces a pivotal moment to redefine its energy sector, balancing development, sustainability, and access for its rapidly growing population, Executive Secretary of the African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA), Anibor Kragha, has said. With over a billion people in need of affordable and reliable energy, Kragha, speaking at the Salon International Des Ressources Extractives & Énergétiques in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, called for a holistic approach that prioritizes both upstream (exploration and extraction) and downstream (refining and distribution) activities, urging the continent to “drill, baby, drill” while also advancing its capacity to “refine, baby, refine.” Although Africa contributes less than 3 percent of cumulative global CO2 emissions, and some nations on the continent are already net zero, Kragha said energy access remains a pressing challenge. According to him, for Africa, the emphasis is not solely on aligning with global net-zero targets but on ensuring energy affordability and sustainability to drive economic growth and improve living standards. This, he said, involves embracing cleaner fuels and innovative technologies to meet growing energy demands while minimizing environmental impacts. While international pressure mounts for a swift energy transition, Kragha said there is a need for pragmatic solutions tailored to the continent’s unique circumstances. He argued that achieving net zero prematurely could undermine Africa’s development goals, insisting that focus should be on leveraging its vast natural resources efficiently to power industries, create jobs, and uplift communities. “The narrative must shift to prioritizing Africa’s development needs,” Kragha said, noting that energy transition policies should not exacerbate inequality by making energy unaffordable for millions of Africans. The Executive Secretary added that addressing energy poverty remains paramount, as nearly 600 million people on the continent still lack access to electricity. Kragha noted that Africa’s current energy infrastructure is predominantly export-driven, channeling crude oil and gas to global markets while neglecting domestic demand. This approach, to him, has limited the availability of affordable energy for local consumption, stifling industrial growth and economic diversification. He emphasized that Africa must recognize its internal market potential and invest in infrastructure that caters to local needs, especially refining capacity, storage facilities, and distribution networks that ensure energy products reach underserved communities. “Africa’s energy systems should serve its people first,” Kragha noted while calling for robust policies to develop a self-reliant energy ecosystem. Kragha stated that solving Africa’s energy challenges would require significant investments in funding and technology, as access to financing remains a critical barrier, with African energy projects often struggling to attract international capital due to perceived risks. Bridging this gap, to him, demands innovative financial instruments, government incentives, and stronger partnerships between the public and private sectors. Moreover, Kragha noted that technological advancements could revolutionize Africa’s energy landscape. To him, renewable energy solutions, such as solar and wind power, combined with cleaner fossil fuel technologies, offer a pathway to affordable and sustainable energy. Kragha added that policies aimed at reducing emissions must consider the socio-economic realities of African countries, where energy affordability directly impacts quality of life. “The immediate goal should be delivering affordable energy solutions that uplift communities and drive development,” he stated.Hugh Marks will take the reins of the ABC after the former Nine Entertainment chief executive won a global search for the top media role. Mr Marks, whose six-year stint at Nine included the broadcaster's merger with the publisher of the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, was well-qualified to lead the ABC's editorial and creative production teams, chair Kim Williams said on Tuesday. "Hugh is a highly successful media executive, with more than 30 years' experience in Australia and internationally in content production, programming, and distribution, working across all platforms from television, radio, and online publishing and with extensive news experience," Mr Williams said in a statement. "This breadth of experience is rare and will be critical to the ABC as we look to further strengthen our reach and engagement with the Australian community." His appointment to managing director will not be without controversy after a recent report exposed a toxic culture within Nine's television newsrooms. An internal report in October found nearly half of the commercial media giant's employees had experienced bullying, discrimination or harassment in the past five years, with one quarter experiencing sexual harassment. Mr Marks led Nine from 2015 to 2021, leaving after it was reported he was in a relationship with a senior executive. In the years since, he has been at Dreamchaser, a contemporary Australian film and TV production studio he co-founded and co-led. His five-year term at the ABC begins in March. He replaces David Anderson, who announced his departure in August. "I look forward to working with everyone at the ABC as it continues to host and guide discussion on the issues of importance to Australia and lead in the delivery of quality, truthful and engaging news, and premium content," Mr Marks said. "The ABC is an iconic and formidable media organisation. "No other institution has the reach and impact of the ABC, and it is a privilege to lead the ABC workforce as we confront the many technology and programming opportunities before us." The appointment came as the federal government pledged to legislate five-year funding terms for the ABC and SBS to ensure stability at the national broadcasters. That promise coincided with ABC getting another $83.1 million for the 2027 and 2028 financial years and $43 million in the years following. "The national broadcasters are important cultural institutions and pillars of our democracy, providing world-class news and entertainment in accordance with their statutory charters, for the benefit of all Australians," Communications Minister Michelle Rowland said.
Millionaire investor and "Shark Tank" star Kevin O'Leary told CNN that Vice President Kamala Harris was a 'faulted' candidate who 'never could articulate anything' during her time in politics. Millionaire investor and "Shark Tank" star Kevin O'Leary delivered an unsparing critique of Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday, suggesting the failed presidential candidate's November loss resulted from long-running political inadequacies. During a roundtable on "CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip," O'Leary said the glaring mistake by Democrats came early on when they positioned Harris as the nominee without holding a primary. "They made an excuse of $317 million in the kitty. They kept the same campaign manager and said we will anoint this faulted, broken candidate who was inconsequential in her vice presidency," he said. "Lost in 2019. As you detailed, complete loser in 2020. Never could articulate anything. Had no compassion for people and her own advocates." O'Leary also pointed to Harris' appearance on "The View" as a turning point in the campaign. He suggested that the women on the show wanted Harris to win and threw her "softball" questions to bolster her public image; in that interview, Harris couldn't say what she would have done differently from Biden in the previous four years, linking her even more strongly to the unpopular incumbent. X USERS LEFT STUNNED BY 'TERRIBLE' VIDEO OF HARRIS SPEAKING TO SUPPORTERS: 'WHO THOUGHT THIS WAS A GOOD IDEA?' Kevin O'Leary delivered a scathing critique of Vice President Kamala Harris, suggesting her loss was the result of long-running personality faults. (CNN/Screenshot) "She was so weak as a candidate, she couldn't even answer that she would do something different. It ricocheted around the world. She was finished. They will never do that again," he added. O'Leary has been an outspoken critic of Harris and the Democrats leading up to the 2024 presidential election. He said on "CNN NewsNight" in October that after watching her town hall the night before, Democrats should have concerns about how she ended up being the nominee. HARRIS CAMPAIGN CHAIR FUMES ABOUT NARRATIVE SHE WAS AFRAID TO DO INTERVIEWS: 'COMPLETELY BULLS---' Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a concession speech after the 2024 presidential election, on Wednesday, Nov. 6, on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. (AP/Jacquelyn Martin) He said he was struck by how "only 90 days ago, [Nancy] Pelosi went to Biden and said, 'You need to step aside' and convinced him to do so. He made the decision, and he did actually ask her, and we've now learned this, 'Is she the right person to drive this home?' He questioned that. He could have said, 'We need to run a process in order for me to make this move,' but they decided not to. I don't know who 'they' is. Was it Obama? Was it Pelosi? I don't care who it was." After using an analogy about stock picking, O'Leary asserted that Harris' ascendancy to the nomination "is the second time the Democratic Party has circumvented democracy." CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP Fox News' Alexander Hall contributed to this report. Nikolas Lanum is an associate editor for Fox News Digital.
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“When I’m not wearing those, I go to my closet and I don’t know what to wear. I’m kind of like not myself,” he said before pulling up his hoodie for emphasis to reveal the gray shirt he had on underneath. “So I was telling some of the guys this morning, ‘It’s good to be back.’” Though there remain challenges ahead, these are upbeat times in Buffalo . The Bills (9-2) are off to their best start since 1992. They remain in contention for the AFC’s top seed by entering their break following a 30-21 win over Kansas City (10-1). And Buffalo is in position to clinch its fifth straight AFC East title as early as Sunday. To do so, the Bills would need Miami to lose to Green Bay on Thursday night, and Buffalo to win its game over San Francisco (5-6) on Sunday night. Buffalo has won six straight since back-to-back losses at Baltimore and Houston, and scored 30 or more points in each of its past five outings. Refreshed as McDermott sounded and appeared, it didn’t take long for him to revert to his game-at-a-time script when assessing what’s on the line this weekend. “We’re mostly focused on our level of play this week against a good football team,” he said. McDermott shed little light on the status of Buffalo’s lengthy list of injured players. There’s no timetable yet on Matt Milano being activated off injured reserve, even though the starting linebacker practiced fully for the first time since tearing his left biceps during a training camp practice in mid-August. Milano has actually missed nearly 14 months since sustaining a season-ending injury to his right leg in Week 5 last season. Milano revealed little during a brief interview following practice. “I feel all right. Getting back into it with the team,” said Milano, who no longer wore a red non-contact jersey in practice. Meantime, rookie receiver Keon Coleman, who has missed two games with a right wrist injury, and starting right tackle Spencer Brown, who missed one game with an ankle injury, were limited in practice. Tight end Dalton Kincaid (knee) was Buffalo's only player not practicing. The Bills also opened the three-week window for backup rookie defensive tackle DeWayne Carter (wrist) and backup offensive lineman Tylan Grable (groin) to return. McDermott has another positive going for him revolving around the bye week. The Bills are 8-0 coming out of their break since McDermott took over as coach in 2017. “I don’t really have the, hey, this is exactly what we do formula,” McDermott said on whether he’s changed his bye week approach. “It’s more of us really just getting back to what we do, getting back to basics.” AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nflNone
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Tafara Gapare scored 19 points, freshman Derik Queen had 15 points and eight rebounds and Maryland beat Bucknell 91-67 on Wednesday night. Maryland opened the game on a 15-2 run, extended it to 25-7 with 10:38 left and led 51-28 at the break. The Terrapins led by at least 16 points the entire second half, which included runs of 12-0 and 9-0. Gapare scored the 10 straight points during the second-half run. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.Activating Your Credit Card? Don’t Skip the Mobile Wallet StepLisa McHugh and daughter Hallie (Image: Instagram) Get the latest Belfast Live breaking news on WhatsApp Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Join us on WhatsApp Country singer Lisa McHugh has had to postpone her upcoming Belfast concert due to her daughter being in hospital. Earlier this week, she revealed her daughter Hallie had been hospitalised with the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). On her Instagram, Lisa shared a heartfelt message alongside photos of Hallie, emphasising the importance of protecting children from this common yet potentially serious illness. Read more: Lisa McHugh shares update on daughter who is 'having a rough time' in hospital On Friday, Lisa confirmed that her show at Belfast's Ulster Hall would be unable to go ahead on November 30 and that she was "disappointed" but looking forward to the rescheduled show next year. In a statement on social media, she said: "After what has been a truly traumatic and extremely worrying time for my family over the last couple of weeks, and as it stands, still being unsure on when Hallie will be well enough to get home from hospital, we unfortunately will have to reschedule our show in the Ulster Hall on 30th November. "As disappointed as I am to do this, right now I have to put my baby, her wellbeing and my family first. Lisa McHugh with her daughter Hallie in hospital (Image: Instagram) "And as well as that, I want to be able to give all of you the performance you truly deserve. "All tickets will still be valid for the new date which will now be saturday 1st march or a full refund is also available at the point of purchase. "We are extremely grateful for your prayers, support and messages of well wishes to date and apologies for any inconvenience caused. "Look forward to seeing you all on March 1st." For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepage here and sign up to our daily newsletter here. Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Follow BelfastLive Facebook Twitter More On Ulster Hall Co Fermanagh
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In a candid interview with ANI, businessman Raj Kundra has publicly addressed the allegations of his involvement in pornography production, breaking his silence after three years of controversy. Kundra, who has faced intense media scrutiny, explained his decision to finally speak out, citing involvement of family members as a crucial factor. Despite persistent allegations, he categorically denied any role in pornography production, stating his involvement was limited to providing technological services for a non-pornographic app operated by his brother-in-law's company in the UK. Firm in his stance, Kundra expressed faith in the judiciary, having spent three tumultuous years seeking discharge from the case. Reflecting on his 63 days in detention, he conveyed the emotional strain it placed on him and his family. Kundra alleged that the situation stemmed from business rivalries, revealing that he had informed the Central Bureau of Investigation about those he believed conspired against him. Although the Enforcement Directorate is scrutinizing him over a money laundering probe, Kundra maintains hope that justice and truth will prevail. (With inputs from agencies.)Sure, there are still a few weeks remaining in the 2024 regular season, but the head coach hiring cycle is already starting to spin. The most notable name on the market, Bill Belichick, is no longer in play for an NFL job, as he has been hired as the next head coach at the University of North Carolina, per CBS Sports senior NFL insider Jonathan Jones . With Belichick's name off the board, now is as good of a time as ever to take an initial look at the prospective head coaching candidates this cycle and identify which coaches could be targeted the most. At the moment, there are only three head coaching jobs available: the New York Jets , New Orleans Saints , and Chicago Bears . Of course, more are expected to open up in the aftermath of the regular season, so these candidates should be flush with interviews sooner rather than later. 15. Wes Phillips Current position : Quarterbacks coach, Minnesota Vikings Sam Darnold is playing so well that it might get Wes Phillips hired as a head coach in the NFL. While Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell does have a heavy hand in the Minnesota offense, Phillips should get some of the credit for the Vikings making Darnold a high-level starter in the NFL who has them in playoff position. Phillips, the son of former NFL head coach Wade Phillips, also worked under Sean McVay as a tight ends coach from 2019-2020, so he is a true blue blood when it comes to coaching pedigree. This season, Minnesota's offense ranks ninth in total points and eighth in passing yards. 14. Drew Petzing Current position : Offensive coordinator, Arizona Cardinals Petzing is in his second season as the Cardinals offensive coordinator and is an underrated candidate who shouldn't be overlooked this cycle. The 37-year-old comes from the Mike Zimmer coaching tree that has also produced two-time NFL Coach of the Year Kevin Stefanski, whom he also coached under before heading to Arizona. The Cardinals offense has been efficient under Petzing, ranking 12th in the league in total yards. It has found particular success on the ground, finishing second in the league in yards per attempt in 2023 and currently ranking third in that category in 2024 entering Week 15. 13. Ejiro Evero Current position : Defensive coordinator, Carolina Panthers Evero is an up-and-coming head coach who has already received interviews over the past few cycles. That's impressive in itself, given that he's not on a high-powered playoff team that can truly flash his talents like some of the others on this list. His stock may have cooled a touch with the performance of the Carolina defense this season, however, as it is 32nd in points allowed and against the run. Before that, Evero's defense was surprisingly a top-10 unit in total yards allowed in 2022 and 2023, so he has produced at a high level. While he may not be the hottest name this cycle, I would expect him to be involved in the interview process. 12. Todd Monken Current position : Offensive coordinator: Baltimore Ravens Monken interviewed for a number of head coaching positions last year, including the Chargers, Panthers and Falcons . Given that he has continued to lead the Ravens offense as one of the top units in the NFL, he should again garner interest across the league. In both seasons as Baltimore's offensive coordinator, Monken has led them to be a top-10 group in both points scored and total yards. This season, the Ravens are No. 1 in the league in total yards and third in points scored. 11. Kellen Moore Current position : Offensive coordinator, Philadelphia Eagles Kellen Moore was a very popular name for a while, serving as the offensive coordinator of the Dallas Cowboys , but the hype has died down in recent seasons. After a one-year stint with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2023, Moore has been working as the offensive coordinator with the Philadelphia Eagles this season. The former NFL quarterback has the unit firing on all cylinders. With Saquon Barkley leading the backfield, Moore's rushing attack is No. 1 in both yards and touchdowns. Overall, the offense ranks seventh in total yards and eighth in points scored. If the Cowboys let go of Mike McCarthy after this season, Moore's name will be fascinating to follow with that specific opening in Dallas. 10. Jesse Minter Current position : Defensive coordinator, Los Angeles Chargers Minter followed Jim Harbaugh from Michigan to the NFL to serve as his defensive coordinator with the Los Angeles Chargers. So far, the 41-year-old has orchestrated a top-notch defense that has helped place L.A. in playoff position. Entering Week 15, the Chargers defense is giving up the fewest points in the league and ranks as a top-10 club in both takeaways and on third down. It may be quick for him to jump from Michigan DC to Chargers DC to an NFL head coach, but he's passed those prior tests with flying colors, making it a possibility this year. 9. Liam Coen Current position : Offensive coordinator, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Coen checks off the boxes that have oftentimes resulted in being hired as a head coach in the NFL. The 39-year-old comes from the offensive side of the ball and from the Sean McVay coaching tree, which ownership groups are desperate to tap into. Coen is in his first season as the OC for the Buccaneers and has run the unit wonderfully. Tampa Bay is a top-five offense in total yards and points scored, and Coen has continued the reclamation of Baker Mayfield as a playoff-caliber quarterback in the league. While a small sample size, Coen has impressed enough this season that we could very well see him land a head coaching gig. 8. Bobby Slowik Current position : Offensive coordinator, Houston Texans Slowik's name was much hotter last cycle after helping C.J. Stroud burst onto the scene as a rookie, but he should still get some looks as a possible head coach this year as well. Slowik comes from the ever-popular Shanahan coaching tree, initially breaking into the league as a defensive assistant under Mike Shanahan before joining Kyle Shanahan's staff with the San Francisco 49ers . Houston has dealt with injuries at the wide receiver position that have contributed to the underperforming offense, but it is still 11th in the league in total points scored. Slowik's pedigree and coming from the offensive side of the ball should have him in the mix this cycle. 7. Vance Joseph Current position : Defensive coordinator, Denver Broncos It's underrated how wild it is that Vance Joseph is putting together a strong résumé to once again be a head coach in the NFL while serving as the defensive coordinator on the team that fired him as head coach back in 2018. His reclamation in Denver has been a feel-good story that deserves more attention and should get him interviews this cycle. As the DC under Sean Payton, Joseph's Broncos are arguably the best defense in the NFL. Entering Week 15, Denver is tied for the second-fewest points allowed and eighth in both total yards allowed and total takeaways. 6. Kliff Kingsbury Current position : Offensive coordinator, Washington Commanders It came as a bit of a shock when Dan Quinn plucked Kingsbury and placed him back into relevancy as the Commanders offensive coordinator, but it was a move that has wholeheartedly paid off. Kingsbury has helped develop No. 2 overall pick Jayden Daniels into one of the most productive rookie quarterbacks of all-time, and Washington is currently in playoff position. The ability to coach up an offense and develop a young quarterback are two massive pluses for Kingsbury if he looks to become a head coach again in the NFL. One team that could be fascinating to watch with him is the Bears, as he coached Caleb Williams at USC. 5. Joe Brady Current position : Offensive coordinator, Buffalo Bills It feels like Brady has been on the cusp of being a hot head coaching candidate for quite a while. After coaching Joe Burrow and the 2019 national champion LSU Tigers, he joined Matt Rhule as the Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator, but that failed endeavor set him back a bit. More recently, he's been leading the Bills offense and has helped Josh Allen 's ascent to NFL MVP frontrunner. Given teams' affinity for hiring offensive-minded head coaches, it won't be surprising to see Brady get interviews, especially if the Bills offense continues to light it up. 4. Aaron Glenn Current position : Defensive coordinator, Detroit Lions Ben Johnson takes a lot of the limelight when talking about future head coaches in the league, but let's not forget about Detroit's "other" coordinator in Aaron Glenn. He has been a key piece to the Lions' success in recent seasons and has been a hot head coaching name in his own right. Along with serving under Dan Campbell, Glenn has worked under Sean Payton in the past as the Saints defensive backs coach from 2016-2020. As the DC for the Lions, Glenn has the defense playing as a top-10 unit in the league. It is tied for second in the league in points allowed and sixth in takeaways. Glenn has also kept the defense afloat despite a key injury to star pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson , which shouldn't be overlooked. 3. Brian Flores Current position : Defensive coordinator, Minnesota Vikings It feels like Flores will get a second crack at being an NFL head coach in the near future, possibly as soon as this cycle. Over the past two seasons, Flores has helped the Vikings defense turn into one of the more feared units in the league. Entering Week 15, Minnesota is sixth in the league in points allowed and fourth in total sacks. Flores was successful as the head coach of the Miami Dolphins from 2019-2021 but didn't seem to jive with ownership, which was illegally tampering with Sean Payton . Flores was 24-25 as a head coach overall but 19-14 over his final two years. 2. Mike Vrabel Current position : Coaching and personnel consultant, Cleveland Browns It was a little puzzling when the Tennessee Titans decided to fire Vrabel after the 2023 season, even after the club went 6-11. During his tenure, the former linebacker has been widely regarded as one of the best in-game coaches in the league, as he consistently squeezed every ounce of talent out of his rosters. Vrabel reached the playoffs in three of his six seasons as head coach, which included a trip to the AFC Championship in 2019. He also won NFL Coach of the Year in 2021. This season, he's served as an overarching advisor to the Browns. This go around, he should be a very popular candidate and, in our estimation, the top option after Johnson. 1. Ben Johnson Current position : Offensive coordinator, Detroit Lions Even if Bill Belichick were still on the board, Johnson was/is the top candidate on a lot of organizations' boards, if not all of them. The 38-year-old has been a hot candidate the past few cycles but ultimately decided against taking a head coaching job last year to remain with the Lions. Johnson has routinely had the Lions as a top offense in the NFL since being installed as coordinator in 2022, and this year is no different. Entering Week 15 , the Detroit offense is first in points and second in total yards. It is also a top-five unit in passing yards, passing touchdowns, rushing yards and rushing touchdowns. While he has a tremendous cast of weapons around him, Johnson has shown creativity that has manufactured points, endearing himself across the league as the clear top coach on the market.Illinois Tool Works: Customer-Back Innovation And Improving Macros To Drive UpsideXbox has added nearly 400 titles that aren’t available with Game Pass to its app. “Earlier this [Northern] summer, we began working with partners to bring all PC games with Xbox features into the Xbox app,” said Chris Charla, GM of Content Curation and Programs at Xbox. “We’re super excited to see what Xbox games come to Windows PC from game creators in the future and to welcome nearly 400 titles that previously weren’t discoverable or purchasable in the Xbox app.” Members of the Xbox Insiders Program have had access to the new Xbox Home “experience” since late October, and it’s now available in the Xbox app on Windows PC for all players. Among the titles in the app are dozens of games from Japanese studios Kemco and Kairosoft, and games collections such as Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove and The Jackbox Party Pack. More than 100 of the newly added titles are Xbox Play Anywhere, meaning if players buy the Xbox console version, they can play the Xbox PC version as well (and vice versa). The new Home “highlights featured content so players can stay up to date on game releases, new events, Game Pass content, sales, and more”. Xbox said there are new curated collections and recommendations, deals and discounts, and the Jump back in feature, which enables players in Compact Mode to click on any game card and jump back into gameplay from the game’s hub. Charla said that with growth in the Windows handheld gaming category, the app is “a great way for developers to meet current and future players where they are, so they have the freedom and ability to play the games they want, with the friends they want, anywhere they want”. He said in coming months Xbox would be piloting and testing new features. In December a small collection of casual games including Candy Crush Soda Saga and Angry Birds 2 will be tested in the Xbox app.