New Oregon Ducks Offensive Coordinator Contenders Include Former Big 12 Coach

The Oregon Ducks have gone through two games now with Jay Johnson serving as interim play-caller.

Johnson helped reignite the Ducks against Northwestern, with ex-Oregon coach Chip Kelly even calling the offense on the Wildcats' side. Then he faced his biggest test yet on Nov. 7 at Ohio State. Yet Johnson's play-calling dropped 41 points on the past national title contender, while also racking up 395 total yards.

So Johnson continues to make his personal case to stay on with coach Dan Lanning's staff and elevate to permanent offensive coordinator. Especially after the 41-28 upset of the No. 10 Buckeyes.

However, new names are starting to draw more appeal for the offensive coordinator opening in…