Here's why you shouldn't expect to see much turnover in NFL front offices in 2017

There may be just one or two open GM jobs despite all the turnover expected in the coaching ranks

This isn't shaping up to be a year to expect very much turnover among general managers. There could always be a surprise or two, but at this point San Francisco would be the only sure thing.

The Rams continue to send signals that GM Les Snead could end up being a part of their organization moving forward, as he has a role in this coaching search. Jaguars GM Dave Caldwell is already the public face and point-man for the Jags search.

The Browns' personnel decisions and drafts have been poor, and despite all of the proclamations of harmony there, I would not be shocked if they make some front-office moves. As noted here, the Bills' issues run deep enough that you can't entire rule out personnel moves (though I wouldn't bet on it at this point).

There will be far more turnover in the coaching ranks, and that 49ers GM job isn't exactly appealing at this point. Taking it would be more an act of desperation or a leap of faith. Outside of having the inside track on a top-two pick, there isn't much to see there.

Many of the most qualified potential candidates aren't leaving their current teams from everything I've heard -- guys like Eric DeCosta of the Ravens, Omar Khan of the Steelers and Will McClay of the Cowboys. Teams have been eyeing George Paton of the Vikings for years as well, but he too has always been firm about staying put. The Rams job would have a unique appeal to him, however, sources say.

Expect to hear the most buzz about Chiefs personnel man Chris Ballard, who has been interviewed for several jobs recently but will be smart and calculated about what positions make sense for him. Trent Kirchner of the Seahawks and Eliot Wolf of the Packers will likely garner some interest as well, but ultimately there might not be more than one or two GM jobs that open up.