History of Jonathan Gannon in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 16, 2025

Jonathan Gannon is an American football coach, currently serving as the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL. He gained recognition as the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles, where he contributed to the team's Super Bowl LVII appearance. Prior to his role with the Eagles and Cardinals, Gannon held assistant coaching positions with the Atlanta Falcons, Tennessee Titans, Minnesota Vikings, and Indianapolis Colts, showcasing his extensive experience in the NFL coaching landscape.

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January 4, 1983: Jonathan Gannon Born

On January 4, 1983, Jonathan James Gannon was born. He is now an American football coach and the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals.

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February 14, 2023: Hired as Arizona Cardinals Head Coach

On February 14, 2023, Jonathan Gannon was hired as the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals after the Super Bowl LVII loss with the Eagles.

April 27, 2023: Tampering Allegations Surface

On April 27, 2023, it was revealed that Jonathan Gannon had interviewed with the Arizona Cardinals during a period of impermissible conduct, leading to allegations of tampering and internal conflict within the Philadelphia Eagles organization. This resulted in the Eagles and Cardinals swapping third-round picks in the 2023 NFL draft, with the Cardinals also receiving the Eagles' 2024 fifth-round pick.

August 11, 2023: First Preseason Win

On August 11, 2023, Jonathan Gannon secured his first preseason win as head coach of the Arizona Cardinals, with a score of 18–17 against the Denver Broncos.

September 10, 2023: Regular-Season Debut Loss

On September 10, 2023, the Arizona Cardinals, under Jonathan Gannon, lost their regular-season debut against the Washington Commanders with a score of 20–16.

September 24, 2023: First Regular-Season Win

On September 24, 2023, Jonathan Gannon achieved his first regular-season win as an NFL head coach with the Arizona Cardinals, defeating the Dallas Cowboys by a score of 28–16.

September 8, 2024: Loss in Season Opener

On September 8, 2024, Jonathan Gannon and the Arizona Cardinals lost against the Buffalo Bills by a score of 28–34 in the week 1 season opener.

September 15, 2024: First Win of the Season

On September 15, 2024, Jonathan Gannon and the Arizona Cardinals earned their first win of the season in week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams by a score of 41–10.

October 5, 2025: Altercation with Player and Fine

On October 5, 2025, Jonathan Gannon was seen yelling at running back Emari Demercado and seemingly throwing a punch at Demercado's stomach during the Cardinals' loss to the Tennessee Titans. Gannon later apologized, and the Cardinals fined him $100,000.