At first glance, it looks like the NFL currently has five general manager openings, with the Carolina Panthers making the last. But in reality, there are six.
Sources say Washington is planning to hire Washington Football.com GM as the season draws to a close, a continuation of plans that began when head coach Ron Rivera was hired. The process will begin in earnest when the season ends, but expect a quick search.
Player staff VPL Kyle Smith has worked closely with Riviera ever since, handling assessments and moves, while Riviera is the final word. It looks like Washington will be looking for a more experienced Washington.
Previous Texans G.M. Rick Smith, 49 VPA of Player Staff Martin May and former Panthers G.M.
Riviera was asked this week about a possible compromise between the two, who have been working together for years with the Panthers, following the Herni shooting in Carolina.
“I’m not going to talk about our GM situation,” Rivera said. “All that stuff, that staff stuff, will be taken care of after the season is over. We’re focused on the playoff run. “
