Jimbo Fisher just got fired as the head coach of Texas A&M on Sunday. You know that a lot of specific names in the college football coaching world are going to be mentioned as possible replacements for Fisher until the Aggies arrive at a final decision.
One of those names is Oregon coach Dan Lanning, a point quickly noted on Sunday by our friends at Ducks Wire.
Lanning has Oregon in the College Football Playoff hunt. The Ducks are two wins away from securing a spot in the Pac-12 Championship Game with an 11-1 record. Lanning is undeniably doing a very good job in Eugene. Strictly on the merits, he warrants consideration by A&M and other top programs with a head coaching opening.
Whether he might want the job, and whether Oregon might act to sweeten his compensation package, are separate matters. For now, it’s undeniable that Lanning will be part of this discussion.
Reaction to Lanning’s presence in the Texas A&M discussion was very interesting to watch on Sunday. Let’s give you a taste of that reaction:
GET USED TO IT
It’s worth noting that Lanning’s buyout would be an additional $20 million bill for Texas A&M to foot.
— Zachary Neel (@zacharycneel) November 12, 2023
ONE OF LEADING CANDIDATES
WATCH FOR IT
Watch the Dan Lanning and Kalen Deboer press conferences on Monday. You will see if either is interested in the Teas A&M job.
They must shut down the noise quickly otherwise it will affect their team with kids on social media.
— George Wrighster III (@georgewrighster) November 12, 2023
OREGON MAKING MOVES?
I think Oregon would make Dan Lanning coach for eternity or something like that before it lets A&M hire him away
— Allen Kenney (@BlatantHomerism) November 12, 2023
VOTE
Who would you hire if you were Texas A&M?
My vote would be for Dan Lanning. He’s young, just came from the SEC, learned under Kirby Smart & Nick…
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Author : Trojans Wire
Publish date : 2023-11-13 14:48:07
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