He seems like a solid head coach, but its hard to project him being either wildly successful or a disappointing failure. He is 1-5 in the Cy-Hawk trophy game, leading many to question his ability to handle the defense-heavy Big Ten. With likely more than two head-coaching jobs opening up, here are some of the very best coordinators in the NFL who could be up for leading a team of the Kellen Moore, Dallas Cowboys. He has Big Ten bona fides from his days as Ohio States DC and would bring serious credibility to a Nebraska program looking to get competitive in the conference. Maybe he could pull it off and be great, but thats a tall order. Jim Leonhard, Wisconsin defensive coordinator: Like Oklahoma's Brent Venables, Leonhard has turned down a lot of interest from head coaching opportunities. Why It Might Work: Narduzzi seems tailor-made for the Big Ten. And hes kind of an oddball. Any questions please reach out to Jeff Schwartz or Ethan Larsen @ 402-395-2134 or email at Applications will be accepted via email (jschwartz@boonecentral.esu7.org) or mail. Seems entrenched in Texas. He modernized Penn States offense and recruited at a high level despite limitations. After the scandal that forced Jim Tressel to leave Columbus, Meyer moved in and promptly started kicking the entire Big Tens ass. His time at Ohio State gives him an edge in recruiting knowledge, and at Texas he had no problem pulling in top classes. Then he became Houstons head coach and kicked butt in year one. Chadwell followed it up by posting another 11-win season in 2021. He certainly proved capable as head-coaching material, in the right situation. The Huskers fired Mike Riley after a terrible 2017 and two losing seasons in three years. Why It Might Work: Hes a Husker who happens to be an NFL head coach, almost won a Super Bowl, and hes only 39. Why It Might Work: Stoops had a fantastic record at Oklahoma and set the program up for long term success. Johnsons lack of experience in that area means every aspect of how hed run the program would be unknown until we see it. And unlike Frost, he has no Nebraska ties to save him if he starts losing early. He was a bad fit in Austin, but his messaging was sound and seems like the perfect thing Big Ten programs would want. With the timing of the firing being almost all about recruiting -- Nebraska is swallowing $15 million to fire Frost before Oct. 1, when the buyout dropped to $7.5 million -- Joseph would be able to pick up where Frost left off on the trail. His turnaround of Eastern Michigan in particular was stunning, but that might be more attributable to the consistent failures of their previous hires. Feldman believes Campbell, Leipold, and Chadwell are the leading Nebraska football head coaching candidates to replace Scott Frost. Hes an Ohio guy who loves Ohio. A longer track record of head coaching success would make him a slam dunk. But his two jobs at Texas and South Florida were massive failures. Three Potential Big 12 Candidates to Replace Scott Frost at Nebraska By Matthew Postins Posted on September 11, 2022 Now that Scott Frost is out at Nebraska, speculation will naturally turn to who will succeed the Frost tried everything: changing coaches, changing approaches. Taylor is a young coach who caught fire in one season (sound familiar? Why It Might Work: Hes a phenomenal recruiter and has demonstrated the ability to both scout and develop talent. Youre going to hear a lot of names. Now hes Miami of Floridas DC. After taking over the sturdy foundation built by Jerry Kill, P.J. Hes dug them out of the doldrums and turned them into a solid program that has produced multiple seasons of double-digit wins. He might be better served as a coordinator. Monken is the current head coach at Army, a notoriously difficult place to recruit D-1 competitive athletes. He knows exactly the caliber of players the NFL wants, and flashing a Super Bowl ring might be enticing to recruits, too. Hes also been a successful OC at Oregon from 2020-2021. He would also bring continuity to the program. The 3 leading candidates to replace Frost were revealed by Bruce Hes probably not going to win immediately, and how many more struggling seasons can Husker fans take? Traditional recruiting grounds in Texas and California were either ignored or eventually shriveled up. Mark Stoops, Kentucky coach: Stoops has spent a decade methodically developing the Wildcats into an above-average, competent SEC program. The decline in his fourth season was truly stunning. All eyes will be on his performance as the interim coach. That fact is both a surprising and depressing trend. He did exceptionally well with very little. Nebraska coaching candidates to replace Scott Frost, Report: Big 12 in recent contact with Pac-12 schools, Rules committee proposes change to speed up games, Saban unhappy over proposed permanent rivals, USC coach Lincoln Riley builds the perfect QB. WebCandidates must have either current Nebraska licensure or NDE certification and be available 3-5 days per week to serve students in a variety of settings. As a former Husker, he should receive the slack Mike Riley wasnt given. His time in Ann Arbor was one catastrophe after another, and the mistakes he made set the program back significantly. There is no doubt in his ability as a head coach. His record as a head coach is simply too good to ignore. Frost is a Husker legend who would surely be a popular hire with Nebraskas loyal fan base. Nebraska football coaching hot board: 21 candidates for the job Jimmy Watkins , Evan Bland , Sam McKewon , Luke Mullin Sep 12, 2022 Updated Sep 26, 2022 Hes not wowing you unless you live in Ypsilanti. And hes still young at 47. Corn Nation, a Nebraska Cornhuskers community, By Silantro One need look no further than his performance at WI-Whitewater, where he went an astounding 109-6 in FCS Division III, including six national championships. So putting him in that position as the full-time Nebraska head coach, barring an Ed Orgeron-like interim season, would be a total crapshoot. Why It Might Work: Absolutely no one expected UTSA to go 12-2, but the fact that the Roadrunners did has to count for something. Meyer didn't even make it through a full season in 2021 with the Jags. It would appease all Husker fans who want to go back to that style from the Osborne days, and theres no better choice for that than Monken. While his program has yet to reach the level of Georgia or Alabama, hes built them to be competitive in the SEC, which is saying a lot, since Kentucky is generally considered a basketball school. Closing Comment: All the places hes led seem to have unbreakable, hard ceilings and are traditionally basement dwellers. Like many coaches of SEC blue bloods, he got run out of town when the results started to taper off. Urban Meyer, Fox analyst:The Huskers wouldn't would they? FCS champion coaches havent always done great with the jump to FBS, and Bohls time at Wyoming isnt anything to write home about (other than a certain quarterback). Nebraska education officials are one step closer to axing the basic skills test that keeps some new teachers out of classrooms. Mike Locksley, Lane Kiffin, and Luke Fickell all got another chance after doing some "rehab" at a successful program. He struggled (to put it mildly) to develop a quarterback. You know who he is. But now, Frost is done, and we have no idea what direction Nebraskas going to go. He did the obligatory rehab-at-Alabama thing. He served as Marylands interim coach after they fired DJ Durkin. He retired suddenly after a disappointing 8-5 record in 2019 and hasnt sought any coaching opportunities since. Craig Bohl, head coach, Wyoming. Why It Might Not: Taggart was presumably given every help and benefit at Florida State and his failure there was not just the result of impatient boosters. (859) 414-6776. Account Analyst Interns work in our Revenue Accounting Operations group in Atlanta, GA and are responsible for the management of our accounts receivable. Closing Comment: The appeal of hiring a coach with the achievement of his second season aside, this doesnt seem like a great fit on the surface. But his most impressive feat is going an insane 83-9 (54-4 in conference) as Ohio States head coach, during which he won 3 Big Ten titles and 1 national championship. For right now Ive got three basic tiers. Why It Might Not: It felt incestuous when Muschamp fell into the job at South Carolina, but such things are common in the SEC. For this list Im mostly focusing on guys with at least some head coaching experiencemany current, some former. His unique motion-heavy style is sometimes difficult for quarterbacks to grasp, and there were times, as with all OCs, where the play-calling was suspect. There is no healthier coaching tree from which to pick a coach: Bill Belichick and Nick Saban. Overall the body work from Martin appears only slightly above average. Even if there are some benefits, the hire would reek of nepotism. Matt Campbell, Iowa State coach: Several sources have told CBS Sports that Campbell is interested in Nebraska. He was reportedly Michigans second choice if they didnt land Harbaugh in 2014. The former Washington head coach who led the Huskies to their only CFP appearance and who also built Boise State one of the Group of Fives top level programs, Petersen is currently retired and seems happy to be so. He appears more ready for a jump to a mid-major. Nebraska after Scott Frost: Huskers coaching job pluses, minuses and candidates. As much as his teams have over-performed, they have also under-performed. How quickly can they learn his style and become competitive? Hes done a decent head coaching job at two different programs with limited resources, and hes turning 51 in December. Nebraska football has a new head coach and heading into the 2023 season, here are three breakout candidates for the Huskers. Why It Might Not: Assuming he actually took the jobwould he really leave the NFL?Nebraska might be wary of doing a second take of the "former Husker to save program" thing immediately following the Scott Frost debacle, and the last time Nebraska hired an NFL head coach who had nearly won a Super Bowl, it was Bill Callahan. Why It Might Not: Obligatory NDSU caveats. Would he be able to get the talent needed to win at a high level? It would raise eyebrows if he came to the Big Ten. Nebraska football has received three crystal balls total for Raiola, but Wiltfong, the lead expert for 247 sports, still has his crystal ball on Georgia. While things can and will almost certainly change before the end of the regular season, these are five realistic names for the Nebraska opening among current Auburn is not an easy place to win but Malzahn might be itching to get back into the SEC like Lane Kiffin before him. Nebraska can turn its program around quickly; it just hasn't done so as of late. Meanwhile, a once-proud program suffers. These are guys who might be a bit of a longshot fit-wise, or who have some issues, or would take a bit more convincing to get people on board. After Mike Riley was fired in 2017, Bill Moos had one target that lined up with the consensus and all he had to do was get him. Five Heart Podcast 318: Nebraska Basketball, Spring Game Attendance and a new Memorial Stadium? His final year at Texas saw a massive recruiting drop, including reports that his own players were actively sabotaging visits. Because Air Force is not exactly a headline-grabber in college football, some may find hiring Calhoun to be underwhelming and head-scratching. Second tier is "May Generate Excitement." Texas snatched him up two years later, hoping for a return to greatness. He didnt, but a lot of that was because he didnt have internal support. Leonhard is a brilliant defensive mind, but does Nebraska want to put all its eggs in the basket of a hot assistant who had never assembled a staff or been responsible for recruiting? Instead, it's seen a far-flung outpost in a league that suddenly boasts a presence in New York, Chicago and soon Los Angeles. Creightons a lot younger but it might be tough to shake off the similarities. He proved capable beyond that when he made the University of Buffalo more than just a scrappy program. Strong was quickly given a chance to redeem himself after Texas, and it could not have gone worse. Before that he was Notre Dames offensive coordinator, and before that he was the head coach at Grand Valley State and won multiple Division II national championships, posting a record of 74-7. Also, reportedly, he has a bit of a temper. So stay tuned. He has steadily turned NC State, one of the ACCs most lowly also-rans, into an ascending program. He might not have the same passion for Nebraska, and that could affect his performance. His two turnarounds at Ball State and San Diego State (in his first stint) were impressive, considering what they were before he arrived. Closing Comment: He looks like a great choice for a bridge coach, which, considering where Nerbaska is right now, might be a strong strategy for the future. Rhule also seems like a fine Big Ten fit. So without further ado, lets get into it. Closing Comment: Nebraska would certainly tell everyone where they stand in the Big Ten pecking order by poaching the dynamic head coach of a division rival, who also happens to be one of the best recruiters in the conference. Hes currently "coaching" the Dallas/Arlington Renegades in the XFL, a relatively low-profile job. His best season was 2016 when he went 12-2 and lost to Georgia in the CFP. Why It Might Work: Rodriguez created the quintessential Cinderella program at West Virginia, where he would probably still be coaching today had he not taken Michigans offer and left so controversially. Closing Comment: Theres a lot to like with Matt Canada when you look under the surface. Why It Might Not: At 64, Bohl is definitely on the tail end of his coaching career, and it might be asking a lot for the guy to completely rebuild his alma mater into something respectable. And even with great recruiting operations already established at Ohio State, he somehow managed to take it to another level. Narduzzi seems comfortable where he is and it would take a hefty offer to make him pack his bags for Lincoln. Previously he was a coordinator at Oklahoma, where he also did well. Nebraska has fired Mike Riley after three seasons with the program. He may have bitten off more than he could chew with the FSU job, but he was also succeeding Jimbo Fisher, one of the programs most successful coaches. It also worked out pretty well the last time the Huskers hired a Buckeye. Desperation seems to find guys like Meyer whose winning percentage has to be ultimately balanced against off-field issues. Wilsons biggest knock might be his personality. The timing of Scott Frosts firing three games in gives him a head start over everyone else in the coaching carousel cycle, and its still extremely early. Nothing worked to the point Georgia Southern sealed the deal Saturday night by gaining 642 yards in hallowed Memorial Stadium where Heisman Trophy winners and national champions used to dwell. Why It Might Work: A lot of people attribute Tom Osbornes success to his degrees in educational psychology. He also lacks significant regional ties and seems more geared for the Pacific Northwest and Utah-Colorado areas. He has solid Midwest ties and knows how to recruit gems. Hes the current head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats. Why It Might Not: Hokes failure at Michigan was widely publicized, and though he generally seemed to run a tight ship, theres been a fair amount of off-the-field controversy, which he is also dealing with now at San Diego State. Dont sleep on his football knowledge, either. Closing Comment: Its a huge if whether he leaves an NFL coaching gig in his prime when the Bengals have finally achieved liftoff. Could Nebraska win a bidding war? Well, it may surprise you to learn that Matt Entz has a Masters Degree in Education from Wayne State College in Nebraska. Moving within the division to suddenly chase his old boss, Paul Chryst, and alma mater doesn't seem like an ideal move. We know who he is. Closing Comment: Its odd that Campbell didnt make a jump to a better job after last season. The head coach of the Pittsburgh Panthers won the ACC in 2021 and has his team rolling toward a bright future. He was a part of the Minnesota breakthrough in 2016 that set the runway for P.J. Frost studied under coaching legends, knew the Nebraska program inside and out, had two years of head coaching experience, and still failed. Like Frost, he has a national championship ring (LSU, 2019). Nebraska has no natural rival in the Big Ten, as much as some want to make Iowa that team. Why It Might Work: Aside from the serious blow it would deal to a division opponent, Flecks prowess as a recruiter and coach are well known by this point. From Ottawa (KS) to Wabash (IN) to Drake (IA) and now EMU, Creighton has literally been around the Midwest. Georgias current defensive coordinator has been a head coach at two different SEC teams, Florida and South Carolina. There is some question whether he has the temperament to lead a program. Who should replace Scott Frost at Nebraska? It took the Raiders committing $100 million to lure him away from Monday Night Football. The Gophers have no business being this good, and it is still mind-boggling how Fleck fell into their lap. Twice since 2018 he has won 10 games, perhaps prompting his angry comeback recently when John Calipari suggested Kentucky is far more focused on basketball success. Both are filled at the moment. Come on. The 58-year-old coach has deep roots in the state of Nebraska as a former analyst at Nebraska-Omaha and assistant under Frank Solich with the Huskers. His record at Mississippi State, while not enough to impress its athletic director, was far from terrible and showed signs of progress, especially in the SEC West. Why It Might Not: No Nebraska or Big Ten ties. Why It Might Not: It looks a lot like Mike Riley, doesnt it? Closing Comment: Mickey Joseph would no doubt excite some Husker fans, and while I do get the argument for his upside, hes now 54 without a major head coaching gig. Ah, yes. Nebraska is not the same quality of job it used to be. Closing Comment: Mullen isnt coaching anywhere right now, so hed be available. This seems like a long shot, but anythings possible. Could that be the recipe? Could he be a Husker version of Jim Harbaugh? He could be one of college football's most unsung program builders. Hes been doing well at Toledo for seven years. 7, quickly became a disappointment and they finished 7-6 with a loss in the bowl game. Is he more cut out to be a coordinator? NC States current head coach was formerly Wisconsins DC and crashed the BCS party in his second year as a head coach at Northern Illinois in 2012, when they went 12-2.