[naviga:h3]Titans part ways with Mularkey[/naviga:h3]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans have split with coach Mike Mularkey after he revived a team with the NFL’s worst record over two seasons and led them to their first playoff victory in 14 years.

The Titans announced the move Monday, two days after a 35-14 loss to New England in the AFC divisional round.

Controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk says in a statement they discussed extending his contract during the past week. But she says they saw different paths to take the team to greater success.

[naviga:h3]Colts close to hiring McDaniels as coach[/naviga:h3]

INDIANAPOLIS — A person familiar with the negotiations says the Indianapolis Colts are “close” to reaching a deal to hire Josh McDaniels as their new coach.

The person spoke to The Associated Press on Monday on condition of anonymity because they were still working on the contract.

But even if the two sides agreed to a deal, the official announcement couldn’t be made until New England’s season ends.