So if must of you have been keeping up with the news lately, Urban Meyer of Florida is stepping down as head coach after the Outback Bowl on January 1. This comes to a surprise to many people (including me), but after he suffered from declining health it seems like the best thing to do for himself and his family. Many speculate that he will return after a few years, but who can be sure. Urban Meyer put together great teams where ever he coached. From Bowling Green, to Utah, to Florida he was very successful, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Many people may not like the Gators, but everyone has to respect what he did as a coach on and off the field. The question is...who will replace him? (I rank these guys as most likely)
Dan Mullen - Mississippi St...was formerly under Meyer as Offensive Coordinator and is my favorite to fill the spot.
Bobby Petrino - Arkansas...Took the Razorbacks from last in the SEC to a big time contender.
Chris Petersen - Boise St...Follows in the steps of Meyer. Put together a powerhouse team for a few years, maybe its time to change. Same team colors, Coach Petersen might have to get use to the green field though.
Kevin Sumlin - Houston...High powered offense? Might be what the Gators need
Only time will tell with so many vacancies...just in the state of Florida alone three new coaches at the big three schools in less than a year...
Another head coaching job opening as Dave Wannstedt of Pittsburgh is out after six seasons with the Panthers.
Last word...When will we see Mike Leech on the sidelines again? Maybe he might be up at Miami?
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