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I was wondering what my Badger brethren thought about our upcoming coaching search after the shocking news that Bielema is leaving for Arkansas. Rumors are swirling that we have three official candidates on our short list: Paul Chryst, Mel Tucker, and Pat Fitzgerald.
That's honestly a really good short list, IMO. I want Chryst to get the job (and said as much before Bielema left). Tucker is a bit of an unknown, but he has a solid record as a DC and it couldn't hurt recruiting to have a Black coach. Also, I think Fitzgerald is an outstanding coach who could build a title contender in Madison.
Other names which are popping up:
Joe Rudolph (Don't think he's ready, but has long-term potential)
Barry Alvarez (I only like this if we can't get a good name this time around)
Dave Doeren (I'd be very happy with him but NC State is gonna keep him)
Chris Petersen (Won't hurt to offer, but no chance in hell he takes it)
Chris Ash (Likely to coach Rose Bowl...really don't want to hire him)
Darrell Bevell (Not a fan at all)
Charlie Partridge (Sounds like he's being DC at Arky)
That's honestly a really good short list, IMO. I want Chryst to get the job (and said as much before Bielema left). Tucker is a bit of an unknown, but he has a solid record as a DC and it couldn't hurt recruiting to have a Black coach. Also, I think Fitzgerald is an outstanding coach who could build a title contender in Madison.
Other names which are popping up:
Joe Rudolph (Don't think he's ready, but has long-term potential)
Barry Alvarez (I only like this if we can't get a good name this time around)
Dave Doeren (I'd be very happy with him but NC State is gonna keep him)
Chris Petersen (Won't hurt to offer, but no chance in hell he takes it)
Chris Ash (Likely to coach Rose Bowl...really don't want to hire him)
Darrell Bevell (Not a fan at all)
Charlie Partridge (Sounds like he's being DC at Arky)