In the fast-paced world of NFL coaching cycles, Raheem Morris is proving that a door closing in one city often leads to a window opening in another—sometimes in less than 24 hours.

On Sunday night, the Atlanta Falcons announced the dismissal of both head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot. The decision marks the end of a historic chapter for the franchise. When hired, Morris and Fontenot became the first Black full-time head coach and first Black general manager in the team’s history, respectively.

The move followed an 8-9 campaign in 2025, marking Morris' second consecutive season with that record. Despite ending the year on a high note with a four-game winning streak, the late-season surge was not enough to overcome a midseason slump that left the team out of playoff contention.

Falcons owner Arthur Blank expressed a "great personal affinity" for both Morris and Fontenot in a statement, but emphasized the need for "new leadership" to meet organizational expectations. The firings were historic; Morris and Fontenot were the first Black full-time head coach and general manager in franchise history.

While the news of his departure was still settling in Atlanta, Peter Schrager of ESPN reported Monday morning that the Tennessee Titans have already moved to interview Morris for their own head coaching vacancy. The Titans, who fired Brian Callahan on Oct. 13, are reportedly casting a "wide net" that now includes the 49-year-old Morris.

According to league insiders, the Titans have scheduled an in-person interview with Morris for this upcoming weekend. This rapid transition speaks to the high regard Morris still holds within league circles, particularly following his successful stint as the defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams, where he earned a Super Bowl LVI ring.

Morris’ time in Atlanta was a tale of two halves. After a promising 3-2 start to the 2025 season, the Falcons endured a painful five-game losing streak. By the time the team "turned it on" to win their final four games, they had already been mathematically eliminated from the postseason.

• Final Record: Morris finishes his second stint in Atlanta with a 16-18 overall record.
• The Fontenot Era: General Manager Terry Fontenot leaves with a 37-48 record over five seasons, a tenure marked by bold moves such as signing Kirk Cousins and drafting Michael Penix Jr.

As Atlanta prepares for a total organizational overhaul—with rumors swirling that former MVP Matt Ryan could be a candidate for a front-office role—Morris is already looking toward his next potential chapter in Nashville.