Les Miles: Top 6 destinations if LSU fires him

Oct 31, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; A Virginia Tech Hokies helmet rests on the turf prior to a game against the Boston College Eagles at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

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There would really be only one drawback for Les Miles taking the job at Virginia Tech, and that’s having to follow the legend who is Frank Beamer. It won’t matter who takes this job, the pressure will be tremendous and the comparisons unavoidable.

But Miles would have a leg up on most other candidates in that he coaches and believes in many of the same philosophies that Beamer does – relying on strong defense, special teams, and not being afraid to pull a trick play out of the hat once in a while.

This is an already contending program, and someone like Les Miles could have them playing in the ACC Championship game right away. The administration at Virginia Tech isn’t going to want to take a step back to a young, first-time head coach…they’ll want a winner right out of the gate.

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If Miles is indeed fired at LSU, look for the Virginia Tech rumors to heat up almost immediately.

Chance of Miles Landing in Blacksburg – 75%