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Coaching Change in Nashville!

Posted on January 25, 2014 at 12:37 AM.

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Breaking News: Munchak Out

By Dan Bloch, NFL.com Titans Correspondent, 7/25/13

NASHVILLE- Today the Tennessee Titans caused a shock around the league by releasing head coach Mike Munchak. It comes as unexpected from a football team that finished 6-10 in 2012 and 9-7 the previous year; however, it appears the Titans wanted to move on after Munchak posted consecutive mediocre seasons in his two years at Tennessee.

In a statement released earlier today on their website, the Titans had this to say:

"We regretfully inform you that coach Mike Munchak has been released from the Tennessee Titans organization. We thank Mr. Munchak for his many years of service within the Titans/Oilers organization and wish him the best in his future endeavors."

Munchak has held a head coaching position for two years, both at Tennessee. His cumulative record is 15 wins and 17 losses. Before becoming a head coach, Munchak served as the offensive line coach at Tennessee from 1997-2010.

Munchak was an offensive lineman for the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans from 1982-1994. He had a storied career in the trenches, making the Pro Bowl nine times in his career and the All-Pro team four times. These accomplishments were enough to garner him a spot in the NFL Hall of Fame in 2001. His number 63 jersey was retired by the Titans that same year. His performance in the trenches made him a fan favorite both as a player and a coach, and it is understood that many Titans fans are upset at his sudden departure.

Interest in Munchak is said to be high, with the Steelers, Bills and Chiefs rumored to be monitoring his situation. It is unclear who the Titans have lined up as a replacement, but one thing is certain: no matter who is chosen to be Mike Munchak's successor will have huge shoes to fill.

Dan Bloch covers the Tennessee Titans for NFL.com and The Tennessean. Follow him on Twitter at @dan_blochTN.