Will he stay or will he go? Flores potentially getting a head-coaching job could change the trajectory of Minnesota's future on defense.
The Jacksonville Jaguars looked to be on an upward trajectory just two years ago when they won the AFC South and picked up a playoff win before losing in the Divisional Round. Since then, however, things have completely fallen apart.
The Minnesota Vikings have clearly defined needs heading into the offseason: The order in which you stack the needs will depend on who you ask, but they are pretty obvious when you look at the roster.
They were both fired from NFL jobs in part because of abrasive personalities. Has their time in Minnesota prepared them for another shot?
Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is drawing widespread interest from team's with head coaching vacancies. This weekend alone, Flores is expected to interview with the New York Jets, Jacksonville Jaguars and Chicago Bears, according to FOX Sports's Jordan Schultz. There could be a particularly interesting angle with the Jets.
Teammates described the relationship between Flores and Smith as like having two coaches in the room rather than coach and player.
The Jets have completed an interview with Brian Flores for the Green & White's head coach position.
The trio increased the list to 15 coaching candidates to meet with the Jets, who have also conducted 15 interviews for their general manager job.
It was known that the Jacksonville Jaguars had requested to interview Minnesota Vikings' defensive coordinator Brian Flores, but now we know that Flores took the interview and when it will take place.
The veteran coach has had a rocky few years in the league, but his stock is once again on the rise after a successful season as Vikings' defensive coordinator.
The New York Jets interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores on Friday for their head coach vacancy. Flores is the 13th coaching candidate to meet with the Jets, who are also expected to speak to Vikings quarterbacks coach Josh McCown and Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley.