Dave Doeren
Quick Bio: If you’re looking for a hot name in coaching who currently has a Power Five job, look no further than Dave Doeren. He’s been the head coach of N.C. State since 2013 and has a track record of success. He was exceptional at Northern Illinois and has had a good run at N.C. State thus far.
Pros: Doeren took Northern Illinois to an Orange Bowl and 12-1 season in 2012 before taking the job at N.C. State in 2013. His first year with the Wolfpack was a 3-9 season, but he’s taken them to bowl games ever since. Doeren has a strong track record as a defensive-minded coach.
Cons/Questions: Doeren’s best season with N.C. State has been eight wins. Twice. He underperformed this season considering expectations for the Wolfpack, and that’s not something Vol fans will like to see.
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How about thinking outside the box since inside the box isn’t working. Hire Steele as Associate Head Coach and Defensive Co. and hire Tee Martin as Associate Head Coach and Offensive Co and let them pick their assistants. Double or triple their pay. Egos shouldn’t be as big a problem since neither are head coaches. Fans will give them the time to develop. Just sayin’….