Black Monday indeed: That 34-3 drubbing probably cost Mike Smith his job, but the Falcons needed a new direction.

As for other coaching openings: I did not think Rex deserved to get sacked because Idzik was simply not GM material. Had Rex been elevated to GM two years ago for the Jets it may have ended differently. He'll find a great job and soon.

Trestman, I didn't understand that hire two years ago, and unfortunately his lackluster teams performance will probably hinder future coaching candidates from the CFL getting NFL jobs. Rex would be a great hire to restore the Monsters of Midway defense.