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This seems like an article that should be posted in the middle of the off-season, instead of today. On the other hand, according to the author, “With Penn State seeking a new coach and potential changes looming at Wisconsin and Michigan State, it’s the perfect time to rank the Big Ten’s coaching jobs.” In any event, it’s intriguing.
They give reasons for their rankings. Here’s the blurb on our beloved rodents:
Tier 1:
OSU
Oregon
USC
Michigan
PSU
Tier 2:
Washington
Nebraska
Iowa
Indiana
Wisconsin
MSU
Tier 3:
Illinois
Purdue
Northwestern
Minnesota
Tier 4:
UCLA
Maryland
Rutgers
It’s behind a paywall, but here’s the link, for those who have access:
www.nytimes.com
They give reasons for their rankings. Here’s the blurb on our beloved rodents:
15. Minnesota
Unlike Washington, Minnesota suffers as a football program in an urban market where it’s behind the state’s pro sports teams. Interest fluctuates between curious when the Gophers are winning to flatlining when they’re not. That’s a tough gig for any coach, and P.J. Fleck has navigated it well in his nine seasons. But he’s the program’s most consistent winner since the Vikings began play in 1961, which shows how difficult it is to build and maintain success.Tier 1:
OSU
Oregon
USC
Michigan
PSU
Tier 2:
Washington
Nebraska
Iowa
Indiana
Wisconsin
MSU
Tier 3:
Illinois
Purdue
Northwestern
Minnesota
Tier 4:
UCLA
Maryland
Rutgers
It’s behind a paywall, but here’s the link, for those who have access:
Ranking the Big Ten’s 18 head coaching jobs: Which schools are best set up for success?
When it comes to coaching jobs, the league's tiers haven’t changed much from what they were two decades ago.
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