We heard from Matt Ryan and he said the GM and coach have final roster authority.
Progress Update: Ryan noted the team has made strong progress in the GM search, having interviewed multiple candidates, including Joe Douglas, Mike Bradway, and others, as of late January 2026.
Role Definition: Ryan stated he is not doing scouting or running meetings, and that the GM's responsibilities remain unchanged.
Support System: His focus is on acting as a support system to ensure the new GM and Head Coach have the resources to build a winning team.
Philosophy: Ryan expressed a desire to find a GM who shares a philosophy focused on building a strong, "tough" team in the trenches.
Process: The search is focusing on changing the structure of team operations rather than just "recycling names".