Lane Kiffin Next HC?

[san1981]

That is what Joe Schad just reported on ESPNEWS. Wow, that came out of left field. He said he was a darkhorse candidate. I don't believe he will become the next HC, but man if we did...great hire. He has a great offensive mind. I don't understand why he would leave the Oakland Raiders to coach at Arkansas. He has no connections to Arkansas, except for his old man, Monte Kiffin. I don't think we are willing to wait around til Janaury for a new HC. But, somebody must know somebody or his name wouldn't come out of left field like this. Schad also reported Mike Leach and Peterson are candidates.

[JBucc]

Wow, that's out of nowhere. I mean he's not even been anywhere near mentioned until that. Just say NO to Mike Leach!

[san1981]

Somebody must know something.

[Zen_Hog]

That'd be an incredible hire.

[oldfart]

maybe he could bring his old man in as DC

[cashmoneyman_04]

i want lane kiffin... recruiting would be amazing if we got a nfl coach....

[BloodHOG]

Lane Kiffin Stats
NCAA:
• 2001-2006: USC assistant coach (offensive coordinator in 2005-06; also recruiting coordinator and receivers coach)
• 2000: Colorado State offensive line coach
• 1997-98: Fresno State graduate assistant

NFL:
• 2000: Jaguars defensive quality control coach

[okiehawg]

They say that a lot of those college coaches that go to the pro's don't like it and want to get back to the college game.  Maybe that is what Kiffin is feeling.

[Oklahawg]

Was Kiffin at USC at one time?

Can't screw this hire up -- you need college recruiting experience and the ability to build a great college staff.

Look at Charlie Weis and Chan Gailey (and the beatdown the national media are giving A&M for hiring Sherman). Gotta realize that the only pro coach to succeed in the college ranks after leaving the NFL is Carroll. That I can think of. I don't see visorboy's 6-6 as a stellar mark. Having said that, I'd love Spurrier to be at UA:)

[Karma]

Yikes. That would be interesting. I'd like a young coach.

[oldbooniehog]

Hey, resume looks good.

To be honest, I think he'd be more exciting that Butch Davis as a hire.

A young "up and comer" who's already been an NFL head guy!!!!!!

Yeah!

Sign 'em up!

obh

[Hogtropolis™]

That would be a very interesting hire.  If anyone has anything else they know about Kiffin, please post it.  I don't know much about him.

[rljjr]

Earlier Schad was saying Kiffin really wanted the Nebraska job. Who knows?

[LAHOGG]

Look for alot of bootleg passes if he comes here.  Thats SoCals bread and butter since ol' pete took over.

[oldtimerhog]

That would be huge coupe!

[SpineHog]

wow, quite the resume for a guy his age.  i'd take him in a heartbeat.  possibly even over butch.  lord knows he learned how to recruit from his days at USC.

[JJ Gittes]

Earlier Schad was saying Kiffin really wanted the Nebraska job. Who knows?

That was Monte, his old man, and the DC at Tampa Bay.  The man behind the cover 2 defense.  Graduated from NU in the 60's and then coached with Devany and Osborne.  Left to come to Arkansas.

[lookawayquick]

Quick, teach him to call the Hogs!

[idiotghos]

My heart skipped a beat.

[PORKER1]

Yes, but can he build a fence around us?

[prisonhog]

Kiffin would be a good hire. Mike Leach can stay at Texas Tech.

[arkansas razorbacks]

Is Kiffin a real possiblilty or is Schad just throwing out names?

[Hogtropolis™]

Has a coach ever left the NFL before the season was over to come coach at the college ranks?

[memphishog]

how did that nfl guy from the raiders work out for nebraska?

[The_Iceman]

Kiffin and Petrino...


both pro possibilities?

[Porkahontas]

Kiffin to Arkansas has some legs, folks.

Just remember one more thing...Kiffin and Mr. Ed Orgeron both served on Carrolls staff at USC together a few years back. Orgeron is a great DC and a masterful recruiter, too.

He may not be coming but I have strong reason to believe he's a legitimate candidate right now.

[Cave City Joe]

What a GREAT hire...but is it possible?

[mossfan33]

NOOOOOOOOO..........  i don't want him or his son

[Cave City Joe]

Great hire...but is it possible?

[jmark]

That might be if Frank had his way since Monte was one of Frank's experts.

[Cave City Joe]

Great hire...but is it possible?

[Cave City Joe]

Great hire...but is it possible

[memphishog]

I'm  not against Kiffin, but can he really be judged by his one year as OC at USC. He had Reggie Bush, Lendale White, and Matt Leinart. I could have drwn plays in the sand for those guys their last year at USC.

[Head Dahn Hog]

It's a longshot, but Kiffin would be a great hire.  If this were to happen, I'd look for him to bring in Orgeron to run the defense.  They coached together at USC for several years.  We all now Orgeron is an outstanding recruiter and has a good defensive mind. 

[songofthesword]

actually..makes SOME sense.... a big circle. Kiffin to Arkansas. Carroll to Oakland... the Guy that stayed at USC to be the next head coach gets an upgrade.. forgot his name.


my gosh I would piss on myself

[Hogtropolis™]

It's a longshot, but Kiffin would be a great hire.  If this were to happen, I'd look for him to bring in Orgeron to run the defense.  They coached together at USC for several years.  We all now Orgeron is an outstanding recruiter and has a good defensive mind. 

Good point HDH!  From what I hear, Ed O is a great recruiter and also a very good D-coord.  I am getting excited already.  I just hope we get someone good.

[Scrubtime]

We would have top 5 recruiting classes each year with Kiffin and Orgeron...hmmm, I like the sound of this. How much does kiffin make now???

[Scrubtime]

We would have top 5 recruiting classes each year with Kiffin and Orgeron...hmmm, I like the sound of this. How much does kiffin make now???

[AnthroHog]

how did that nfl guy from the raiders work out for nebraska?

How did that NFL guy from the Patriots work out for USC?

Raiders weren't going to be good this year regardless of coach.

[songofthesword]

Ed O is one of the best Defensive guys in the business. he just can't head coach worth a damn.

[saywhat?]

actually..makes SOME sense.... a big circle. Kiffin to Arkansas. Carroll to Oakland... the Guy that stayed at USC to be the next head coach gets an upgrade.. forgot his name.


my gosh I would piss on myself

Steve Sarkesian (Spell?)

[Erockster20]

Sign me up for the Kiffin Train.  Although, I don't see it happening.

[Head Dahn Hog]

Good point HDH!  From what I hear, Ed O is a great recruiter and also a very good D-coord.  I am getting excited already.  I just hope we get someone good.

Somebody tipped me of that this was a rumor making the rounds.  I think it would be a great hire on both parts.  Orgeron obviously couldn't cut it as a head coach, but he's proven to be a great recruiter and assistant coach in the past.  Some coaches just don't translate into the head coaching position, but are excellent assistants.  Reminds me of Stan Heath.

[Head Dahn Hog]

We would have top 5 recruiting classes each year with Kiffin and Orgeron...hmmm, I like the sound of this. How much does kiffin make now???

If I remember right, Kiffin is right around the lowest paid coach in the league.  Under a million.

[HOGPICKER]

If TX Tech can land Mike Sherman, why not?  I'm afraid Long may have Wanny on his short list. 

[bart.pohlman]

Kiffin lived in Fayetteville while his dad was coaching under Lou Holtz. That's his only connection to Arkansas that I know of.

[Cresthog]

If TX Tech can land Mike Sherman, why not?  I'm afraid Long may have Wanny on his short list. 

Wanny was forced on Long while he was at Pitt. Big boosters kept him from hiring Pelini.

And Texas Tech did not hire Mike Sherman. They still have a coach...Mike Leach, who is supposedly a top candidate for our opening. Texas A&M hired Sherman.

[san1981]

Kiffin's contract will pay him $2 million a year for three years, and there are club options for the 2010 and 2011 seasons, according to a team source...........not to bad

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/chronicle/archive/2007/01/24/RAIDERS.TMP

[Head Dahn Hog]

Kiffin's contract will pay him $2 million a year for three years, and there are club options for the 2010 and 2011 seasons, according to a team source...........not to bad

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/chronicle/archive/2007/01/24/RAIDERS.TMP

Wow.  I stand corrected then.   

[Head Dahn Hog]

Connection:  Frank & Jerry Jones are very good friends with Al Davis.  Maybe Al wants to unload him.

That's a possibility. 

Al Davis has also been known to be a little meddlesome w/ his coaches from time to time.  Has something in common w/ Broyles there...