Ranking the NFL's 7 new head coaching hires

The NFL overhauled nearly a quarter of its head coaches in an attempt to recapture success, with seven teams deciding to alter the paths of their respective franchises.

We got the usual retreads of past head coaches being given a second chance, however, the coaching cycle was dominated by teams looking to fix their offenses. All seven coaches hired have an offensive background, showing the league's increased focus on that side of the ball.

Although, not all the hirings inspire confidence, as some teams appear doomed to repeat past mistakes:

7. Tennessee Titans - Mike Mularkey

Just when you think the Tennessee Titans are finally going to turn around their franchise, they hit you with a new of level ineptitude.

Removing Mike Mularkey's interim title was arguably the most uninspired choice they could have made. After taking over from Ken Whisenhunt mid-season, Mularkey led the Titans to a 2-7 mark in his nine games in charge, with the team often looking lifeless and resigned to defeat.

With quarterback Marcus Mariota, the Titans finally had a chance at success and could have lured a young offensive-minded coach to lead them. Instead, they took the cheap, easy option and hired the man with an 18-39 record as an NFL head coach.

6. Philadelphia Eagles - Doug Pederson

Doug Pederson was clearly not the Philadelphia Eagles' first choice. They actively courted Tom Coughlin, but settled for Pederson after Coughlin bowed out.

While Pederson did lead the Kansas City Chiefs' offense to success, it's been Andy Reid that has been calling the plays for the most part. Pederson's late-game failings in the Chiefs' playoffs loss this season doesn't exactly inspire confidence.

Philadelphia's choice appears completely motivated by the desire to hire an exact opposite type of head coach to their previous one - Chip Kelly - which is the type of reactionary thinking that leads a franchise to failure.

5. San Francisco 49ers - Chip Kelly

Speaking of Chip Kelly, his new partnership with the San Francisco 49ers is maybe the most confusing move of all the coaching hires.

The 49ers reportedly only had eyes for Kelly as their next head coach, while Kelly had little interest elsewhere.

Kelly is the most accomplished coach on this list, but the fit makes little sense for either party. The 49ers decided to move on from John Harbuagh because of his strained relationships with players and members of the 49ers' hierarchy, but hired a man with equally poor skills at cultivating working relationships.

The 49ers are devoid of talent, and will now be forced to buy into the scheme and unconventional organizational changes Kelly will bring.

4. Miami Dolphins - Adam Gase

Adam Gase is unproven as a head coach, but he's shown that he has one of the best offensive minds in the league.

Getting quarterback Ryan Tannehill back on track was the No. 1 priority, and Miami got the best man for that job. Gase has proven himself smart, resourceful, and flexible in his career working with quarterbacks, leading Peyton Manning and Jay Cutler to huge success.

While the 37-year-old is now the youngest head coach in the league, Miami may have finally found the man to lead them back to the playoffs.

3. New York Giants - Ben McAdoo

The New York Giants and Tom Coughlin parted ways by mutual consent, and while the decision to move on from the two-time Super Bowl winning head coach is questionable, the Giants made the right call with his successor.

By promoting offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo, the Giants ensured that Eli Manning and the offense would not miss a beat after two seasons of success.

McAdoo's lack of experience, especially compared to the man he replaced, is a concern. However, the Giants are the ideal franchise to allow McAdoo to learn and grow into the job, and will have the patience and understanding to support him through the likely bumps in the road expected with a young head coach.

2. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Dirk Koetter

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers took the same approach as the Giants, replacing an experienced - but faltering - head coach in Lovie Smith with his offensive coordinator.

The Bucs clearly felt that Dirk Koetter had proven he was not only the man to guide Jameis Winston through his career, but the entire franchise.

Koetter is a highly-respected member of Tampa Bay's coaching staff, which will allow a smooth transition into this new era. The 56-year-old's experience as a head coach in college will be a major asset as he looks to continue the Bucs' upwards trend.

1. Cleveland Browns - Hue Jackson

Don't look now, but the Cleveland Browns could finally be turning things around. The hiring of Hue Jackson was by far the best move any team made.

Jackson not only brings a great offensive mind and system to Cleveland, but also excellent motivational skills, as well as a head coaching pedigree.

The 50-year-old has said he will totally buy into the new organizational approach by the Browns, who overhauled their front office by hiring Sashi Brown and Paul DePodesta in order to attempt a more unconventional, analytics-based approach to running an NFL team.

If Jackson can find a franchise quarterback, he'll be the man to bring the glory days back to Cleveland.