It’s entirely possible that the person who makes the decision on whether Cam Newton will return as a Carolina Panther in 2020 does not even have a placard in the office yet. And with team owner David Tepper refusing to look behind Rivera’s back for a new coach, it’s likely the future coach does not even know he’s under consideration.

There are a number of candidates currently in the NFL who would make a good fit for the Panthers. Tepper may want to start fresh, though. That could mean that college is the best place to begin the search.

Here’s a look at some of the top college coaching names Tepper could be considering over the next few weeks.

Lincoln Riley: Oklahoma

One of the more successful coaches in recent memory in college, Riley is the next big name in a league where younger, more progressive coaches such as Los Angeles’ Sean McVay, are beginning to take over the league. Riley took over the head coaching position for the Sooners in 2017 and has gone 30-5 since, only losing once to a team nationally ranked outside of the top three. Riley’s innovative schemes have helped bring success to quarterbacks such as Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murray and Alabama outcast Jalen Hurts. Although his potential move from Oklahoma is uncertain, he remains the top option in college football for the foreseeable future.