The Facts:
Recently-fired Dolphins OC Mike Mularkey might not remain unemployed long. We've learned Mularkey is in the process of deciding between offers to become the Bucs' quarterbacks coach or the Falcons' offensive coordinator. Asked about his future while at the Senior Bowl today, Mularkey said only, "I've got some decisions to make."
Reported by the St. Petersburg Times
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
As Times staffer Stephen F. Holder suggested, it's obvious why the Atlanta job would appeal to Mularkey because of the prestige of being a coordinator. But Mularkey would be entering a less stable situation with Atlanta, which is on the process of hiring first-time head coach Mike Smith. Also according to Holder, in Tampa Mularkey would assume a position that arguably has more influence on the team's offense than anyone other than Gruden. ... Stay tuned. We'll have more on the Falcons' coaching situation soon.
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