Although not quite as reputable or respected as one of the large media networks, ProFootballTalk.com is reporting that former Steelers coach Bill Cowher has already been in contact with three teams about returning to coach football next season - and the Carolina Panthers are one of them.
The report is about halfway down the page, and was posted at 4:47 p.m. two days ago.
The Cleveland Browns and Washington Redskins are the other two teams who have reportedly spoken with Cowher.
A couple of quick thoughts:
It's not surprising to hear that Cowher is potentially interested in coming to Carolina. There was rampant speculation he would be the next N.C. State coach after Chuck Amato was fired, and he lives in the Raleigh area. He'd be closer to his family while still working with an organization known for operating at a high level.
However, current coach John Fox is not on the hot seat. At all. He rescued a moribund franchise and took it to two NFC Championship games and one Super Bowl. The only way I could foresee Fox with any job security issues is if Carolina goes 6-10 this season, or worse. Even then, I still don't think he'd be fired.
I've always thought Cowher could end up in Washington, and that's incredibly dangerous for the rest of the NFC. Working the thrifty Rooney's in Pittsburgh, Cowher still routinely pumped out double-digit win teams. With the deep pockets of Dan Snyder, and a refusal to trade draft picks, he could definitely right the Redskins ship.
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Yep, I agree! Coach Fox and the Panthers underachieved only once, last year. All the big coaches and teams have an occassional "dip" in performance for an array of reasons. It appears the new offensive coordinator has already made his mark early on as he's added new wrinkles immediately. The players seem very positive and upbeat early on. Time will tell.
King
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