Five NFL Coaches on the Hot Seat in 2010

Every year in the NFL, coaches are fired. Whether it's midway through the season, or the day the regular season ends. 

Here are five coaches who will be on thin ice in the upcoming season. 

No. 5—Jack Del Rio

After back to back losing seasons for the Jaguars, many expected Jack Del Rio to be fired last year. 

Luckily for him, the Jags overachieved in 2009, and managed to get to 7-9. Del Rio has a tough job ahead of him though. With David Garrard failing to be the quarterback the Jags hoped he would be, and a struggling defense, it's hard to believe this team returns to the playoffs.

Final verdict: This will be Del Rio's final season in Jacksonville. 

No. 4—Mike Singletary

Since taking over the 49ers as head coach in 2008, Mike Singletary has certainly brought one thing to the organization: discipline. Just ask Vernon Davis, who got off to a rocky start with Singletary. 

In 2008, Singletary took over a 2-5 Niners team, and helped them to finish 7-9. That was enough for him to be offered the head coaching position. 

Last season, in his first full year as head coach, the Niners improved to 8-8, but failed to make the playoffs. 

This season, with a weak NFC West, and a talented roster, there is no reason why the 49ers should not run the tables and make the playoffs for the first time since 2002. 

Final verdict: The 49ers will win the NFC West, keeping Mike Singletary's job safe. He is a good coach. 

No. 3—Norv Turner

The Chargers were highly considered the favorites to win the super bowl heading into the playoffs last season. However, once again, the Chargers disappointed, getting shocked at home by the Jets in the divisional playoff round. 

Yet, somehow, Norv Turner managed to keep his job. How did he do it? Don't ask me. 

In 2010, once again, the Chargers have high expectations. Already, though, the season is off to a bad start with the suspension of  leading receiver Vincent Jackson.

It's hard to believe that LaDainian Tomlinson won't be wearing a Chargers jersey next season, but believe it. Without Tomlinson, the Chargers have a different identity.

Tomlinson was aging, and if Ryan Matthews is as good as people think, look out for the one-two punch of him and the speedy Darren Sproles. 

Final verdict: Sorry Norv, I think this is the end of the road for you in San Diego. 

No. 2—Gary Kubiak

Last season, the Texans had their first winning record in franchise history at 9-7. Who cares? 

It's nice to have a winning record, but if that does not lead you to a playoff berth than it just looks good on paper.

After failing to reach the playoffs in 2009 thanks to another late season collapse, I did not expect Gary Kubiak to hang around for one more year. That is why I'm not in the Texans front office. They obviously have faith in him. 

The Texans have all the pieces needed to threaten the Colts for the AFC South crown, and at the least a wild card berth. With Matt Schaub and Andre Johnson on offense, the Texans are almost impossible to stop. 

With another collapse this season by the Texans, Gary Kubiak will not be back in Houston. 

Final Verdict: The Texans will make the playoffs for the first time in franchise history, keeping Kubiak around. 

No. 1—Wade Phillips

Cowboys fans are thinking of one thing in 2010; a Super bowl title. You better believe Jerry Jones won't settle for anything less than a Super Bowl berth. 

With arguably the most talented roster in the NFL, the Cowboys are a major threat to win the NFC.

Wade Phillips has been on thin ice for a few years now, and last year he became a bit cooler in the hot seat, as the Cowboys won their first playoff game since 1996, before getting blown out in Minnesota. 

Jerry Jones won't settle for just another playoff win this year though. If the Cowboys have a season similar to 2010, Wade Phillips will be gone in Dallas. 

Final Verdict: It pains me to say this as an Eagles fan, but I think the Cowboys will make the Super Bowl, leaving Wade Phillips safe obviously. 

Hopefully I am wrong.