The story of the Iowa Hawkeyes offense, and at times, lack thereof, has been more well chronicled this season than any other story surrounding the program. I am sure you have seen every metric, all the statistics, the data, you name it.
Rehashing that is not the point of this right now. The point of this is to look at a few “under-the-radar” names of non-Power 5 coaches that have proven track records of success and could provide a much needed infusion of change into the Hawkeyes offense. These coaches encompass all levels from head coach, to offensive coordinator, to positional coaches and could each bring something to the table.
This isn’t proclaiming any replacements, any changes, or any of that. This is simply outlining a few names that make sense. These names make sense mainly because it is the opportunity for these younger coaches to make the jump to a Power 5 program like Iowa with a rich tradition and incredible foundation.
Jason Candle – Head Coach at Toledo
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First up is Jason Candle, the head coach at Toledo. Candle has been in the mix for some big-name jobs but has yet to jump ship. Rightfully so, as he has Toledo scoring 33.4 points per game, which is good enough to lead the MAC.
Candle has gone 50-29 at Toledo in his tenure there. In a funny turn of events, he succeeded Iowa State’s Matt Campbell once he left for the Cyclones after they served on the staff together.
Lastly, the salary jump for a coach like Candle is enticing. At Toledo, he makes $1.2 million. A move to Iowa could match that pay if they wanted him and be his landing pad at a Power 5 school.
Andrew Sowder – Offensive Coordinator at Kent State
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Andrew Sowder has it working at Kent State right now. His rushing offense has been first or tied for first in the MAC for yards, yards per rush, touchdowns and yards per game. The offense as a whole led the MAC in…
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