Every head coach in college football faces unique circumstances each season as expectations change and certain factors like roster, as well as strength of schedule vary year to year. Some coaches find themselves in a situation with more to prove than others based on these dynamics. That is no different heading into the 2024 season, which is the first with the newly expanded 12-team College Football Playoff and more conference realignment as the ACC, Big 12, Big Ten and SEC strengthen in numbers.
Job security in college football changes on an annual basis with an emphasis on recent accomplishments both on the field and in recruiting. Again, those results are relative to expectations for each program with even some of the best head coaches in the country facing pressure to live up to massive contracts.
So, which power conference head coaches have the most to prove this upcoming season?
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Below is a deeper look at 15 power conference head coaches with the most to prove in 2024:
