Tim Brewster is out. That decision -- while one that shouldn't be taken lightly -- was the easier part of the equation. Now comes weeks of speculation and maneuvering that will lead to an eventual new hire. The Gophers' next football coach will start with a beautiful stadium and upgraded facilities. He will start with a huge mountain to climb. And he will be ... well, he could be anybody at this point. Various readers have various wish lists, but we thought this one that Gophers fan Ross D. sent in via e-mail was a good jumping off point for the discussion. Please state any logical arguments for or against his five candidates in the comments -- and/or submit your top choices. Here we go, via Ross:
My list includes these fine coaches.
1. Chris Petersen -- Boise St. head coach. Doubtful he would come, but may need a new and BIGGER challenge.
2. Leslie Frazier -- close second, current Viking Associate Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator GREAT CHOICE
3. Jerry Kill -- Northern Illinois University Head Coach
4. Mark Farley -- University of Northern Iowa head Coach
5. Glenn Caruso, St. Thomas football coach. He is a good one with a bright and bigger future.
What do you think? Thinking too big? Too small? Just right? Let's hear it.
