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Rank 'Em: 10 best coaching hires this offseason

The coaching carousel continues to spin this offseason with multiple jobs still open. The 10 best hires so far, according to our college basketball writer:

1. Nate Oats, Alabama

Alabama is already seeing return on its investment with both Kira Lewis and John Petty opting to return to Tuscaloosa. Two wins already for Oats.

2. Buzz Williams, Texas A&M

Rumors of Williams, who has a 253-155 record and 10 of 12 winning seasons, to A&M started as soon as it broke Billy Kennedy was on his way out.

3. Fred Hoiberg, Nebraska

Hoiberg has to completely rebuild the Cornhuskers' roster, but his preference for transfers in recruiting should help in the early stages of his new gig.