While John Harbaugh isn’t interested in coaching at USC, a couple of his colleagues in the NFC might be open to the gig.
Saints coach Sean Payton and Eagles coach Chip Kelly are believed to have some interest in the Southern California opening, according to NFL Media.
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Kelly, who formerly coached in the Pac-12 with Oregon, is in his third season with the Eagles and has been under fire for the team's struggles this year.
"I am told he would have some interest in the USC job,” NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport said. “Although a source close to him points out Chip Kelly really likes to be liked and wanted so that may be driving some of his interest."
As for Payton? Rapaport says the Super Bowl-winning coach may be looking elsewhere after this season.
"Would not be surprised if they contacted him,” Rapoport said. “Payton would like to see his kids. He goes to Dallas to see his son play football every weekend. His daughter goes to school at Pepperdine so there would be some family ties. I'm also told after this year Payton is expected to consider other opportunities."
USC lost 41-31 to Notre Dame Saturday in its first game since firing Steve Sarkisian last week.