NFL Rumors: Sean Payton Would Be Interested in Cowboys, Chargers, Dolphins HC Jobs

A source close to Sean Payton told the Miami Herald that the Dolphins would be interested in him if he decided to return to the sideline.

Should their jobs become open, he could also see the Dallas Cowboys and the Los Angeles Clippers.

A reputation as one of the most innovative offensive minds in the game, and one of the top head coaches, was earned by the man who led the Saints to a Super Bowl title.

Payton is looking for warm weather, a roster good enough to compete and control over personnel decisions. The associate insisted that having a good quarterback isn't the most important factor.

The Cowboys probably make the most sense, since they insist on having control over personnel decisions and owner Jerry Jones has a hands-on approach.

In Mike McCarthy's second season on the job, the Dallas Cowboys reached the playoffs with a 12-5 record, but lost to the San Francisco 49ers in the wild card round.

McCarthy might find himself on the hot seat if the Cowboys don't make it to the playoffs.

Mike McDaniel is the new head coach of the Miami Dolphins. He wouldn't be able to keep his job in the next couple of years.

The job status of Brandon Staley is intriguing. It's hard to imagine that he's on the hot seat after the team missed the playoffs in his first year.

If the Bolts don't make the playoffs for the second year in a row, the young head coach could find himself in a tough spot.

It seems unlikely considering the growth of the quarterback. It's a situation that's worth keeping an eye on, especially with a future Hall of Famer like Payton possibly waiting in the wings.