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Chargers Eye Dolphins Assistant Max McCaffrey for Running Backs Coach

Momentum behind the potential hire reflects a broader staff reset under Jim Harbaugh following pass game coordinator Marcus Brady’s expected exit.

Overview

  • CBS SportsMatt Zenitz reports it is a strong possibility Los Angeles hires Max McCaffrey, with the role expected to be running backs coach.
  • Sources describe the situation as gaining traction and trending toward completion, though the team has not announced a decision.
  • McCaffrey has spent the past three seasons as a Dolphins offensive assistant after earlier college roles at Northern Colorado, including offensive coordinator.
  • His experience in Miami dovetails with the Chargers’ direction under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.
  • Marcus Brady is reportedly expected to leave the Chargers to join Jesse Minter’s Ravens staff, adding to the team’s staff turnover.