Inside the numbers
Data shows ...
In 2022, 12 of the 34 NFL head coaches (counting two interim coaches) are related to current or former coaches in the league, according to USA TODAY Sports data and research.
Other findings include:
► Of the 717 on-field coaches this season, at least 93 coaches (13%) have a father, son or brother who is a current or former NFL coach.
► Of those 93 coaches with connections, 76 (81.7%) are white and make up nearly one-fifth of the league’s white coaching force.
► Meanwhile, 5.4% of coaches of color have family connections.
► Seven head coaches (six white) are either the son or father of a former NFL coach.