The college head coaching carousel has come to a stop … for now. But history says that’s likely going to change.

With the Raiders locked in for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, there's a chance for Las Vegas to take Heisman Trophy winning QB Fernando Mendoza out of Indiana. It would also present an interesting consideration in the search for a coach.

Nick Saban recently addressed the speculation surrounding Curt Cignetti's potential future as an NFL head coach.

Curt Cignetti is building a monster at Indiana and he doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon. The Hoosiers, 14-0 on the season and two wins away from a national championship, have already landed multiple big-time transfers for the 2026 season.

Curt Cignetti is an overnight success who was years in the making. In his second season at Indiana, the former IUP, Elon, and James Madison head coach has taken the Hoosiers to unprecedented football success.

Adam Schefter moved quickly this week to cut down growing speculation connecting Curt Cignetti to the NFL, saying there has been no indication the Indiana coach is looking to leave Bloomington.

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking for their next head coach, and could take a swing on one with no NFL experience.