5 possible replacements for Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy

4. Kyle Shanahan

The Atlanta Falcons have had one of the NFL’s best offenses this season, ranking toward the top in total offense, scoring offense and passing offense. Kyle Shanahan has made some nice progress in his second year as offensive coordinator, and quarterback Matt Ryan seems to have far greater comfort in the system this season.

Shanahan previously served as offensive coordinator for the Houston Texans (2008-2009), Washington Redskins (2010-2013) and Cleveland Browns (2014), and he had success with Matt Schaub and Robert Griffin III under center in Houston and Washington, respectively. That Redskins offense surely had Kyle’s father Mike’s fingerprints on it, but Shanahan’s work with Ryan this year should have Green Bay’s attention, since they have their own top-tier quarterback in place that may need a spark from a new voice.

Barring a complete collapse by the Falcons from here on out, Shanahan will have his pick of open head coaching jobs after the season. But there’s a lot to like about a possible opportunity in Green Bay, with Rodgers and some offensive skill position talent to work with.