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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Titans Fire Coach Mike Vrabel
Caption: Titans Fire Coach Mike Vrabel. Vrabel was fired by the Tennessee Titans on Jan. 9, ESPN reports. His dismissal comes a year after Ran Carthon was hired as the Titans' new general manager. Controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk issued a statement. "As the NFL continues to innovate and evolve, I believe the teams best positioned for sustained success will be those who empower an aligned and collaborative team across all football functions." "Last year, we began a shift in our approach to football leadership and made several changes to our personnel to advance that plan." "As I continued to assess the state of our team, I arrived at the conclusion that the team would also benefit from the fresh approach and perspective of a new coaching staff." This season, the Titans were 6-11. "While this season was disappointing, I see early signs of progress taking shape. Last year we added a promising young quarterback and several other talented players to our roster." "With a coaching search, enviable cap space, and top-10 draft position, this offseason is as important as any in our history. I'm excited for the weeks and months ahead. We will meet the moment.", Amy Adams Strunk, Titans' controlling owner, via statement. Vrabel's six seasons with the Titans ended with a 54-45 record. THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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