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Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)
Posted by Tuscaloosa on 12/2/14 at 2:37 pm50
This according to 247sports:
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Top Target
Jim Harbaugh, head coach San Francisco 49ers
Why it makes sense: Theoretically, there is nothing about Harbaugh-to-Michigan that doesn't make sense. He's been a big winner at both the college and NFL levels, has incredibly deep Michigan roots and is arguably one of the two or three best coaches in football right now regardless of level. He would have taken the Michigan job in 2007 and would have considered it in 2011 according to the reports we've heard. He is the big fish in the pond for the Wolverines and their fans. A Harbaugh hiring would reinvigorate the fan base and would give them the best opportunity to competing for Rose Bowls year-in and year-out.
Another relatively major plus is that Harbaugh's schemes tend to fit with the type of roster Michigan currently has. The roster is full of talent that hasn't turned the corner; he may be the guy to get the most out of them.
Why it doesn't make sense: The only downside is that the NFL would come calling again. Otherwise, there is no better hire out there for Michigan.
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Other Major Targets
Bob Stoops, head coach Oklahoma Sooners
Why it makes sense: Stoops has won in a big way at Oklahoma for a long time, winning 10 games or more in 12 of the 15 full seasons he's been in Norman. He's one of the most recognizable coaches in college football, and is an Ohio native that knows the area (and the rivalry) really well. In fact, all of his major roots are of the Big Ten variety as an Iowa alum, so despite being a long-term Big 12 coach, he knows what Big Ten football is.
Why it doesn't make sense: Stoops has been linked to the open job at Florida, although our sources have told us in the past that he would prefer to not coach against his brother at Kentucky in the SEC. He's already built a perennial power at Oklahoma and despite some slight struggles this season, may not want to leave what he's built.
Les Miles, head coach LSU Tigers
Why it makes sense: Miles is another proven coach who has won big at both Oklahoma State and LSU. He's won a national championship and has won ten or more games in seven of the nine full seasons he's coached in Baton Rouge. What separates him from Stoops are his strong connections to the Michigan program. He played under Bo Schembechler and was an assistant coach in Ann Arbor from 1987 to 1994. He's another Ohio native who is familiar with the area and would not miss a beat on the recruiting trail.
Why it doesn't make sense: Miles is already 61 years old. Maybe he would come to Ann Arbor to work towards fixing things and ride off into the sunset, but he's built a great thing at LSU. The Tigers are fielding their youngest overall team of his tenure this season, and the future remains bright there for them to make another national championship run in the next couple seasons. He may view Michigan as a rebuilding project in comparison and not want to get involved.
John Harbaugh, current head coach Baltimore Ravens
Why it makes sense: Harbaugh is one of the most respected coaches in the game, and like his brother, has deep roots in the area despite not playing football at Michigan. He's won a Super Bowl in Baltimore and has found consistent success in the NFL. There are rumors he wasn't appreciative of the way the Ray Rice situation was handled, and may get a phone call.
Why it doesn't make sense: As is the case with Jim, there will always be a fear that if the right NFL job opens up, he will return to the league. Besides that, John would be a home-run hire as well.
This post was edited on 12/2 at 2:38 pm
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by 1999 on 12/2/14 at 2:38 pm to Tuscaloosa
Miles is the only true option.
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by DBU on 12/2/14 at 2:40 pm to Tuscaloosa
I love that the list includes 2 successful NFL coaches.
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by ipodking on 12/2/14 at 2:40 pm to Tuscaloosa
Michigan better find some other candidates because they aren't getting any of the coaches on that list
quote:uhhh i mean, i can see how Patterson would be intertwined in this whole mess, but not in this fashion.
Michigan should take a look at Gary Patterson...I dont think they get Miles or either Harbaugh.
i have another scenario that would involve the same parties, though.
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by Clockwatcher68 on 12/2/14 at 2:41 pm to 1999
quote:
Miles is the only true option
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re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by Godfather1 on 12/2/14 at 2:43 pm to Tuscaloosa
Like I stated in another thread, if Michigan waits until Harbaugh is available, then they had better get him. Because if they whiff, they might as well forget about Miles as well. Les isn't going to wait a month to be their second choice. He has no reason to.
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by Indfanfromcol on 12/2/14 at 2:43 pm to 1999
Give me one reason besides it being his alma mater that would make Les want to leave LSU for Michigan?
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by monsterballads on 12/2/14 at 2:45 pm to Indfanfromcol
harbaugh isn't going to michigan. I think that's a completely laughable situation.
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by MandevilleLSUTiger on 12/2/14 at 2:45 pm to 1999
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Patterson only has eyes for LSU.
Is this one of those statements you just want to believe?
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by lsupride87 on 12/2/14 at 2:45 pm to Indfanfromcol
quote:He plans on retiring in 6 or so years anyway so longevity/security isnt a worry, but the potential to right the ship at his Alma Mater is something that makes one a legend.
Give me one reason besides it being his alma mater that would make Les want to leave LSU for Michigan?
That is my theory if he goes
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by monsterballads on 12/2/14 at 2:46 pm to lsupride87
agreed. he has a chance to stabilize and rebuild michigan and then retire.
it's a dream situation
it's a dream situation
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by MandevilleLSUTiger on 12/2/14 at 2:47 pm to monsterballads
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it's a dream situation
So is winning another title at LSU, becoming a two time NC, and the best coach in LSU football history. He may be thinking that way.
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by dbt_Geaux_Tigers_196 on 12/2/14 at 2:48 pm to Tuscaloosa
I feel kind of bad for Michigan, I don't think they get any of those guys.
re: Michigan's "Hot Board" of Coaching candidates (including Miles)Posted by Clockwatcher68 on 12/2/14 at 2:49 pm to Tuscaloosa
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Tuscaloosa
That avatar makes me everytime.
quote:From Michigan's standpoint.....go big or go home.......only 1 coach is an option of the 4 and that would be Miles. I don't think they came hard after Miles the first time.....this time I think they might.....and Miles might quote Bear Bryant about "when momma calls it's time to go home"
Michigan better find some other candidates because they aren't getting any of the coaches on that list
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