The Michigan Wolverines fired head coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday night. There have already been numerous coaches mentioned as potential options for the vacancy. One of the names who should be under consideration is Arizona State\u2019s Kenny Dillingham.<\/p>\n
Can turn a program around fast<\/p>\n
Dillingham took over for an Arizona State team facing sanctions and penalties in the aftermath of the Herm Edwards era. ASU went 3-9 in Dillingham\u2019s first season but went 11-3 in \u201824, the Sun Devils first season in the Big 12. Dillingham was runner-up for the AP Coach of the Year in \u201824. In all, Dillingham is 22-16 with Arizona State and 8-4 this season.<\/p>\n
Success with Bo Nix and Sam Leavitt<\/p>\n
Michigan\u2019s passing offense has been subpar two years in a row, ranking No. 105 this season and No. 130 in 2024. Michigan should not only prioritize an offensive minded coach, but a coach that has the ability to call plays and develop a quarterback. Dillingham checks these boxes.<\/p>\n
Knows when to lean on a great running back (Cam Skattebo)<\/p>\n
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo received national intrigue during the 2024 season, producing many bruising runs and even a few memorable catches. Skattebo 1,711 yards and 21 rushing touchdowns along with 45 receptions for 605 yards and three scores. It\u2019s important to be balanced in football and know what your strengths are a given year \u2014 Dillingham had an excellent mix of run and pass en route to the \u201824 College Football Playoff.<\/p>\n
Major offensive accomplishments at Memphis<\/p>\n
In 2018, Dillingham coordinated a Memphis offense that broke program records with 7,324 yards of total offense and 3,919 rushing yards. Memphis ranked No. 4 in the nation with 279.9 yards per game, No. 2 in rushing touchdowns with 48 touchdowns.<\/p>\n