Arizona State University and head football coach Kenny Dillingham are reportedly nearing an agreement on a new contract.

The reported negotiations come as speculation swirls around Dillingham's candidacy for Michigan's coaching job

Head football coach Kenny Dillingham told reporters that coaching at Michigan is "one of the best jobs in the country," but it doesn't change how he feels at ASU.

The firm hired by Michigan to search for a football coach to replace Sherrone Moore has contacted representatives for Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham and Missouri's Eli Drinkwitz.

Kenny Dillingham put rumors of his departure to rest when he was a hot name for top openings, but that was before the Michigan job opened up.

While there has been speculation about Dillingham potentially leaving for Ann Arbor, Chris Karpman from 247Sports' Sun Devil Source reported that Dillingham and Arizona State are nearing an agreement on new contract terms. Karpman mentioned that the new deal would result in an increase in Dillingham's annual base compensation.

Arizona State coach Kenny Dillingham was asked about the Michigan job amid rumors that he may be a suitor for the role.

Kenny Dillingham doesn't sound like a man eager to leave Arizona State for Michigan amidst rumors that he may be the top target for the Wolverines following the firing of Sherrone Moore.

A scheduled Saturday practice was delayed, adding to fan anxiety about his potential departure. It's been an anxious 48 hours or so for Arizona State football fans, and at least one hour has now been added. Yes, head coach Kenny Dillingham's name has been linked to every major college opening. Auburn, Florida, LSU and now Michigan.

Dillingham has been linked to coaching jobs at Michigan, LSU and more, but he said he doesn't want to leave the Sun Devils.

Following Michigan firing second-year head coach Sherrone Moore, everyone believes they know who the perfect candidate for the Wolverines is. One name that is b