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Drawing from recent coaching cycles' logic and trends, four distinct candidate categories and potential names emerge as frontrunners:
1. The Big Swing: High-Risk, High-Reward
Kurt Signetti from Indiana exemplifies this category. Recently showcasing his coaching prowess with an impressive victory over Oregon, Signetti has skyrocketed into national prominence. His proven success at Indiana makes him a compelling candidate, even though his departure might be uncertain. A major university like Penn State could make a bold move to acquire a proven winner with momentum, but convincing him to leave Indiana—and navigating the timing—pose challenges.