Harbaugh

[AuH2O]

Too lazy to link, but SI has Candle and MC as the top two choices. They include Fickell as well as Clemson’s OC, Heupel and Grinch. Honorable mention to Leipold at Buffalo, who may have even got an interview when MC was hired, or was at least a serious candidate.

 

[Acylum]

If I was Michigan, I'd first contact Fitzgerald. Who knows if he'd ever leave but worth a shot.
Then I'd peek at Gundy, Mendenhall, Fickell type guys.

I think Fitzgerald is pretty solid but then I remember the division he’s coaching in.

 

[AuH2O]

I think Fitzgerald is pretty solid but then I remember the division he’s coaching in.

True, and people look at them as historically bad, but really since Barnett in the 90s they have been mediocre to really good. I think he is a good coach, but overrated a bit.

The previous three seasons before Walker died and Fitz took over, NW was 14-10 in conference. And that was before dog crap divisions. So they played OSU each year, and overall the schedule was pretty tough.

 

[Cyched]

I think Fitzgerald is pretty solid but then I remember the division he’s coaching in.

At the same time, I wouldn't consider NW an easy job

 

[madguy30]

I think Fitzgerald is pretty solid but then I remember the division he’s coaching in.

He seems better in that underdog/grind it out role and I'm not sure if there's a better fit than NW.

 

[CyCrazy]

If this is correct, how the hell is he recruiting?

ALmost positive it is.

 

[Stewo]

If this is correct, how the hell is he recruiting?

Because it's a blue blood school. Kids care greatly about the name of the school. Something ISU fans aren't used to.

 

[CyCrazy]

I would be pretty shocked if Fitz left his alma mater he loves it there, and does a darn good job with no pressure.

 

[Stewo]

Too lazy to link, but SI has Candle and MC as the top two choices. They include Fickell as well as Clemson’s OC, Heupel and Grinch. Honorable mention to Leipold at Buffalo, who may have even got an interview when MC was hired, or was at least a serious candidate.

*IF* Campbell were to leave soon, I do wonder if we'd go after Candle?

 

[Brandon]

I would be pretty shocked if Fitz left his alma mater he loves it there, and does a darn good job with no pressure.

He has it great there. Don't see him leaving.

 

[isu81]

It will be tough since he's a Michigan guy. It's be similar to if Fred weren't successful here. How do you fire one of your own?

Everyone loved Fred because he was such a good guy. They hate Harbaugh because he’s a weirdo.

 

[CyCrazy]

He has it great there. Don't see him leaving.

I also love his absolute hate for Iowa.

 

[Brandon]

I also love his absolute hate for Iowa.

He owns Iowa.

 

[JP4CY]

I hope that’s what they do. But we are kidding ourselves if we think campbell isn’t exactly the type of guy they think of.

no way they go for that hick gundy

They hired RichRod, albeit it was a bad hire, and Gundy is waaaaayyyyy more proven and has had an acrimonious history with Okie State lately.

 

[Gunnerclone]

Just want to point out I think almost every P5 coach is going to get a pass this season. ADs and Presidents don’t want to make a mistake based on this season.

 

[JP4CY]

And I'm not sure Fitz would leave either. Maybe for the Bears in 5-10 years but I know I would atleast call him.

 

[awd4cy]

*IF* Campbell were to leave soon, I do wonder if we'd go after Candle?

Hopefully not.

 

[JP4CY]

I'm not sure if the XFL thing was just to stay busy for a few months with no recruiting necessary but Bob Stoops would kill it at Michigan.

 

[cyclone4L]

Y’all worry too much.

 

[AuH2O]

*IF* Campbell were to leave soon, I do wonder if we'd go after Candle?

Absolutely. I think Manning, Candle and Leipold would be at the top of the list.