Taylor Lewan on Potential Michigan Football Coaches Amidst Coaching Search

Coaching Search at Michigan

• 🎯 The discussion centers on who should be the next head coach for Michigan football following Sherrone Moore's firing.
• ⏳ A decision on the new head coach is expected by the beginning of the following week.

Kenny Dillingham as a Top Candidate

• 💡 Kenny Dillingham is presented as a strong candidate due to his energy and positivity, which are seen as crucial for Michigan's current situation.
• ⚡ His coaching background includes success as an offensive coordinator at Memphis and developing Bo Nix at Auburn and Oregon.
• 🗣️ Dillingham has expressed strong commitment to Arizona State, calling it his dream job, which could be used as leverage for a better contract.

Kalen DeBoer's Situation

• 🚀 Kalen DeBoer is considered another potential candidate, having had success at Alabama and previously at Washington.
• ⚠️ However, DeBoer has publicly stated he is not interested in conversations and is focused on the playoffs, making his move to Michigan unlikely.
• 🏈 The prospect of DeBoer bringing Alabama's recruiting talent to Michigan is a significant consideration.

Other Coaching Possibilities

• 🧱 Matt Rhule is mentioned as a coach who has successfully rebuilt programs after scandals, citing his work at Baylor and Nebraska.
• ❓ Jed Fish is also brought up, but with the concern that he might leave for the NFL if successful at Michigan.
• 🏆 The desire is for a coach committed to staying at Michigan for the long term, potentially two decades.

Internal Investigation and Future Outlook

• 🔍 Michigan is conducting an internal investigation, separate from the NCAA's, regarding the recent events.
• 📉 The team is described as having the youngest roster in the Big Ten, with a focus on retaining key players like Bryce Underwood and Andrew Marsh.
• ❓ The uncertainty surrounding the ongoing investigations and university leadership adds complexity to the coaching search.