Top 3 college coaching candidates for the Panthers to replace Ron Rivera

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

Matt Rhule: Baylor

Matt Rhule
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At first glance, Rhule’s 47-41 record since he began in 2013 doesn’t inspire much hope. But after looking deeper, both of Rhule’s tenures at Temple then Baylor have started by taking over bad teams, having initially bad records in his first year (3-21 in his first year combined) and building a strong program. He’s gone 21-4 in his final year at both schools combined. Rhule’s name is beginning to stir in the NFL as Bowl season gets underway, and if the Panthers wanted to gain a competitive advantage by beginning the search early, Rhule could be the guy.

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