Chris Mack (Xavier)
Pros: He’s young (45) and has extensive NCAA Tournament experience—in six years as the head coach of Xavier, his teams have advanced to the tournament four times and made the Sweet 16 three times. He boasts a 134–70 (65.7%) and two regular season conference championships. His salary is in the $860,000 range. He recently listened last year when California reached out to him and might do the same if UT were to make a real run at him this season.
Cons: He played at Xavier and is from Ohio. Mack may not be willing to leave the confines of his alma mater for the SEC. He’s a stretch but may listen for the right dollar amount.
