Nine UCLA coaching candidates to replace Jim Mora

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Chip Kelly
It's the obvious big name. Kelly compiled a 46-7 record from 2009-12 at Oregon, and he has proven he can win big in the Pac-12. Florida already is in the mix for Kelly, according to multiple reports, and the Bruins aren't going to win a bidding war. It won't be easy to land Kelly.

Lane Kiffin
Kiffin's one-year makeover at Florida Atlantic is impressive, and he's going to be courted by several SEC schools. Would Kiffin prefer to head back toward the West Coast, where he had experience with the Raiders and Trojans? Kiffin's system could be a big hit with UCLA, and it's a boom-or-bust move worth examining. UCLA will take a look.

Kevin Sumlin
Sumlin's time at Texas A&M appears to be running short, and he would do well with a fresh start. Sumlin is a consistent winner, and he might be more appreciated with the Bruins. This is a good fit. Remember, Sumlin is 86-42 as a head coach. He can win in the Pac-12.

Bryan Harsin
Harsin continues to win at Boise State — he's 40-11 the last four seasons in the Mountain West Conference. Chris Petersen worked out at Washington, and there's no reason to believe Harsin wouldn't succeed with a move up.

Matt Campbell
Campbell's remarkable turnaround at Iowa State is noteworthy, and UCLA would be another bump up for a coach who will be sought after by most Power 5 programs with each season. Campbell proved he could win with the Cyclones despite no obvious ties. He could do the same with UCLA.

Mike Norvell
Norvell has Memphis in the hunt for an American Athletic Conference championship, and he's built on the momentum Justin Fuente created within the program. Norvell served as an assistant coach at Arizona State from 2012-15, too. He's on the way up, and this is the Bruins' chance to snag him.

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