The fate of Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff remains uncertain as the team continues its search for a head coach.

That hire will be a determining factor in Dimitroff’s standing with the team.

The two-time Sporting News Executive of the Year was considered safe when on Dec. 29 owner Arthur Blank fired the franchise’s winningest head coach Mike Smith. However, Blank has reportedly informed his personnel department, including Dimitroff and top aide Scott Pioli, that the new head coach will have a say in the make-up of the front office.

Dimitroff, previously college scouting director of the New England Patriots, was hired as a first-time personnel boss months before he chose Smith, then defensive coordinator of the Jacksonville Jaguars, as Atlanta’s head coach.