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The Solid Verbal: Willie Taggart, Matt Rhule, and grading the coaching carousel

It’s still spinning, but let’s jump on for a minute, shall we?

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After quick, notable hires at Texas and LSU, let’s figure out how we feel about the latest news involving two other high-profile openings.

• Was USF’s Willie Taggart the best (reasonably available) fit to get Oregon back to its recent heights? Will his recruiting prowess translate to building up the depth of talent in Eugene?

• What should both former Temple head coach Matt Rhule and Baylor fans expect from their new coach, and what is he up against with the challenges ahead for the Bears in Waco? Can his brand of defense and ball control work in the Big 12?

• Can Jeff Brohm bring his high-octane WKU offense to Purdue and succeed? What is success in West Lafayette in 2016, and is that good enough?

Plus: a surprise guest, a visit with Solid Verbal producer Taylor, and much more!

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