Coaching Rumours/Potential Openings
Jason La Confora is reporting that Bill O'Brien is ready to return to the NFL and that the Vikings, Texans and possibly the Redskins are interested. La Confora states that O'Brien's potential buyout is less restrictive this year and that PSU may face litigation if they attempt to collect a buyout from O'Brien because of he NCAA sanctions that were levied against them.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/jason-la-canfora/24375967/ready-to-…
Edited: previously said Eagles instead of Vikings.
December 15th, 2013 at 1:05 PM ^
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December 15th, 2013 at 1:15 PM ^
if RR had worked out and things been succesful at Michigan we'd be worrying about Texas poaching him right now.
December 15th, 2013 at 1:27 PM ^
December 15th, 2013 at 1:54 PM ^
http://m.outkickthecoverage.com/alabama-fan-explains-why-nick-saban-is-…
December 15th, 2013 at 2:18 PM ^
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December 15th, 2013 at 2:01 PM ^
FWIW, I've got a poll up on TTB asking what Big Ten school is most likely to be searching for a head coach next, and 30% of voters have picked Illinois so far.
December 15th, 2013 at 2:14 PM ^
December 15th, 2013 at 11:28 PM ^
Nah, Beckman's going to Texas.
Assuming that there's another dimension where Beckman is good.
December 15th, 2013 at 2:15 PM ^
I don't buy it. Why would he leave? He's only been there two years, has done very well, is recruiting well, and is getting the sanctions reduced. Sounds like a pretty good situation to me. He just doesn't seem like the type to jump ship to me. I always have a bias in these conversations though because personally I'd much rather be a college coach than a pro coach. More stability if you're good, better environment, less divas to deal with...
December 15th, 2013 at 2:25 PM ^
December 15th, 2013 at 2:26 PM ^
As much as I ultimately don't care that much re who coaches Texas -- the hiring doesn't much affect us, unless the coach comes from a rival -- I'll thrill in the forthcoming coaching chain-reaction. Love watching opposing coaches have to explain away why they suddenly abandoned teams on the eve of bowl games. Brace for Greed Bowl '13.
December 15th, 2013 at 2:56 PM ^
I love the coaches having to explain that as well. Todd Graham jumping ship from Pitt one year after coming over from Tulsa comes to mind. He got absolutely pummeled by his players and the media for that one. If he got the Texas job somehow I think ESPN might explode.
December 16th, 2013 at 2:28 AM ^
I have a feeling they'll hire Strong and then L'ville will hire a by then unemployed Greg Schiano. Both prudent moves, but fairly dull.
December 15th, 2013 at 2:54 PM ^
I'm honestly expecting an underwhelming hire for Texas. I know we all like to talk about how it's going to be a high profile guy, but I can definitely see them going with a guy like Major Applewhite, Narduzzi (small chance), or a lesser known head coach like a Tim DeRuyter from Fresno State.
December 15th, 2013 at 4:25 PM ^
USA Today has their own idea for the future of Texas here (LINK)
At the top of their list, perhaps not without surprise because he is most familiar with the region, is Mike Gundy. I don't know what it would take to get him away from Oklahoma State, but he did listen to Tennessee, so perhaps he would listen to Texas. Who knows.
They also list Jimbo Fisher, Gus Malzahn, Charlie Strong and - interestingly - Mark Dantonio. The author here considers Dantonio a dark horse but worth consideration, saying:
"If not as big-time as Saban, not as trendy as Fisher, not as local as Gundy or as explosive as Malzahn, Dantonio would put the bread and butter back in Texas football."
December 15th, 2013 at 5:29 PM ^
I have a hard time envisioning Gundy leaving OK ST. He played there, so you would think it is his dream job. I can definitely picture Charlie Strong to Texas, if only because Louisville is simply not a job you stay at for the long haul when you have his type of coaching potential. Jimbo Fisher isn't leaving FSU. They are a powerhouse this year and recruit in the fertile lands of Florida, why would he leave, there is nothing to gain. Malzahn could definitely jump because Auburn is simply not a secure job, see Gene Chizik. Also, Texas is reportedly his dream job. Dantonio is too old.
December 15th, 2013 at 5:06 PM ^
PSU better not let OBrien go... IMO he's done an impressive job under the circumstances.
December 15th, 2013 at 5:45 PM ^
so I hope he does go.
December 15th, 2013 at 5:44 PM ^
who are you, Fleetwood Mac?
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December 16th, 2013 at 9:20 PM ^
I'm always wrong about this stuff, but the Chip Kelly talk is intriguing. I don't think he's thrilled with being in the NFL, and said that talk about him going to Texas was "speculation" (duh) instead of adamantly denying it.
