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5 Possible Replacements For Art Briles As Baylor Football Coach

In the midst of growing concerns about the type of characters he’s recruiting and sexual assault allegations that have put the program in a bad light, Art Briles has been fired as Baylor football coach. Defensive coordinator Phil Bennett is expected to be named interim head coach, and here are five other possible replacements for Briles in Waco.

5. Mack Brown

Mack Brown
At 64 years old (65 in August), Brown is not a long-term answer. But Baylor should leave no stone unturned, and a coach-in-waiting could be added to Brown's staff if he's willing to commit for a few seasons.