Name: Mike DeBord
Education: Manchester College (1978)
Experience: Franklin College (1982-83); Assistant coach, **** Hayes (1984-86); Assistant coach, Eastern Illinois (1987-88); Assistant coach, Ball State (1989); Assistant coach, Colorado State (1990-91); Assistant coach, Northwestern (1992); Tight end/offensive line coach, Michigan (1992-94); Assistant head coach, Michigan (1995-96); Offensive coordinator/tight end coach, Michigan (1997-99); Head coach, Central Michigan (2000-03); Special teams coach, Michigan (2004-05); Offensive coordinator, Michigan (2006-07).
Why he'll get it: One of the more experienced candidates, DeBord has spent time as a head coach.
Why he won't: Ironically, his experience as head coach. DeBord went just 12-34 before resigning from Central Michigan. In addition, hiring DeBord wouldn't exactly satisfy critics who say the program needs a boost.