Through Week 4 of the NFL season, the Panthers are 1-3. Since Matt Rhule became the team's head coach in 2020, the Panthers are 11-26 and haven't finished a season with more than five wins.
As of Oct. 5, the Panthers have the worst NFL odds to win the NFC South at +1400. If they continue to struggle, Rhule could be gone before the end of the season.
If he is fired, who are potential fits to replace Rhule in 2023?
Carolina Panthers Head Coach Candidates
Current Position: Offensive Coordinator – Kansas City Chiefs
Bieniemy has been in the mix with almost every team that has needed a head coach in the last few years. In fact, he spoke with the Panthers when they were hiring back in 2020.
The Chiefs are once again explosive on offense thanks to players like quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce and their elite offensive line. They figure to be in the Super Bowl hunt.
In 2022, Mahomes and Kelce lead the league in DYAR at their respective positions. The Chiefs are also top five in total offensive DVOA.
Bieniemy was crucial for this offense developing. As a result, the Panthers will probably consider him once again.
this is one way to beat Cover 2. Just have Patrick Mahomes throw a 40 yard frozen rope. pic.twitter.com/wCgqBcp1Mq
— Nate Tice (@Nate_Tice) October 3, 2022
Current Position: Defensive Coordinator – Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles have been one of the biggest surprises of the 2022 season. That's in large part because of their defense.