Coaching Changes
- Carolina Panthers – John Fox; replaced George Seifert who was fired following the 2001 season
- Houston Texans – Dom Capers became first head coach in Texans history.
- Indianapolis Colts – Tony Dungy; replaced Jim Mora who was fired following the 2001 season
- Oakland Raiders – Bill Callahan; replaced Jon Gruden who was traded to Tampa for two 1st round draft picks, two 2nd round draft picks and cash.
- San Diego Chargers – Marty Schottenheimer; replaced Mike Riley who was fired following the 2001 season
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Jon Gruden; replaced Tony Dungy who was fired following the 2001 season
- Washington Redskins – Steve Spurrier; replaced Marty Schottenheimer who was fired following the 2001 season
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