i'll just venture that this is right.......

they have some candidates they have some preferences for, and Kyle is probably at the top of the list.

it's the protracted length of time that gives me pause

i'd like to get the staff in place; but that's my impetuous character flaw.......act with no thoughtful insight

I imagine the list will grow again before it shrinks.
add that some prospects will be unapproachable because of playoff restrictions, and then the allstar games are already played by the time a coach is hired?

Senior Bowl is January 28th. More than a examination; it's also a backdrop to a lot of business getting done. Asst Coaches, and scouts being acquired.

add the rooney rule. and just a footnote.......I'm a big fan of David Shaw. And I'll leave it there.