At just 40 years old, Sean McVay has already made a significant impact on the NFL. The Los Angeles Rams’ success brought a Super Bowl ring. But the influence he’s had goes far beyond that. Around the league, former McVay assistants are running teams, calling plays, and shaping cultures.
Which Coaches Have Worked Under Sean McVay?
As the 2026 offseason unfolds, McVay’s coaching tree offers a snapshot of how influence spreads. Some branches are thriving. Others are still searching. All of them trace back to Los Angeles.
Matt LaFleur, Green Bay Packers
Head coaching record: 76-40-1
Matt LaFleur’s rise started alongside McVay in 2017. After one year as the Rams’ OC, he landed in Tennessee, then with the Green Bay Packers in 2019. His Packers tenure has been defined by consistency. But they had only nine wins this season.
Zac Taylor, Cincinnati Bengals
Head coaching record: 52-63-1
Zac Taylor was McVay’s quarterbacks coach before taking over with the Cincinnati Bengals. Early struggles raised doubts. Then came a Super Bowl run in 2021. Since then, results have been uneven. Still, Taylor’s ability to maximize elite quarterback talent cemented his place on the tree.
Kevin O’Connell, Minnesota Vikings
Head coaching record: 43-25-0
Kevin O’Connell served as McVay’s OC during the Rams’ Super Bowl window. The Minnesota Vikings hired him in 2022. He delivered immediate success. An NFC North title. A 14-win season in 2024 and a 9-win season in 2025. His offense-first approach mirrors the McVay blueprint.
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Brandon Staley, Los Angeles Chargers
Head coaching record: 24-24-0
Brandon Staley’s jump was fast. One year as the Rams’ defensive coordinator led to a head coaching job with the Los Angeles Chargers. The results have been a bit of a rollercoaster, with some playoff moments but also some costly decisions, leaving him with a 24-24 record before his dismissal. His branch stalled, but the influence remains part of McVay’s legacy.
Raheem Morris, Atlanta Falcons
Head coaching record: 37-56-0
Raheem Morris rebuilt his career under McVay after earlier head coaching stops. He helped deliver a Super Bowl in Los Angeles as the defensive coordinator. The Atlanta Falcons brought him back in 2024. However, the next two seasons were a bit rocky, leading the Falcons to part ways with him once more. Another reminder that the tree doesn’t guarantee permanence.
Liam Coen, Jacksonville Jaguars
Head coaching record: 13-4-0
Liam Coen’s journey has been anything but straightforward. He started as an assistant with the Rams, then moved on to be a college offensive coordinator, returned to the Rams as their OC, and then took on the same role with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Now, he’s stepping into the head coach position. His first year with the Jacksonville Jaguars was impressive, leading the team to 13 wins and an AFC South title, making quite a splash. He’s definitely the newest and most dynamic branch on the tree.
Jedd Fisch, Washington (NCAA)
Head coaching record: 31-33-0
Jedd Fisch worked under McVay early, then took the college route. He rebuilt Arizona before moving to Washington. His branch shows McVay’s influence extends beyond Sundays.
McVay’s tree keeps expanding. The league keeps hiring. And every season adds new data points. Some branches bend. Others break through. But the root remains one of the NFL’s most powerful.
