The difference between college and NFL searches is not new, but it continues to astound.
Seeking new leadership on the sideline and in the front office, the Carolina Panthers on Monday announced the 17 candidates to be their next head coach and general manager.
Head coach:
— Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson
— Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik
— Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan
— Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn
— Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald
— Dolphins offensive coordinator Frank Smith
— Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris
— Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken
— Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales
GM:
— Giants assistant GM Brandon Brown
— Buccaneers assistant GM Mike Greenberg
— Chiefs vice president of football operations Brandt Tilis
— Eagles assistant GM Alec Halaby
— Saints assistant GM Khai Harley
— Ravens vice president of football administration Nick Matteo
— Colts assistant GM Ed Dodds
— Raiders interim GM Champ Kelly
In-person head coaching interviews cannot begin until Jan. 22, but GM interviews can take place immediately.
As always, stay tuned to The Scoop for the latest.