It is going to be coaching season soon, and there could be a chance the San Francisco 49ers' staff attracts interest.

Tuesday, ESPN analyst John Clayton mentioned San Francisco offensive coordinator Greg Roman as a potential candidate for the New York Jets if they fire coach Rex Ryan.

Expect to see Roman’s name connected to other openings when coaches start to get fired next week. There could be five to nine potential openings.

It’s no surprise Roman’s name would be part of the coaching rumor mill. He has a strong pedigree and has the look of an assistant who is on the head coaching track. His success under Jim Harbaugh likely won’t hurt his candidacy, either.

So, this may just be the beginning of Roman dot connecting.