The second round of interviews has begun for the position of head coach for the Carolina Panthers, and it has begun with two individuals.

The team has already had its second meeting with Steve Wilks, as was originally reported on Wednesday morning by NFL Network insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero. During the previous season, Wilks was Carolina’s temporary head coach.

The #Panthers have interviewed interim coach Steve Wilks a second time, per me and TomPelissero, as their HC search ramps up. Other second interviews are coming, as well.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 25, 2023

In Matt Rhule’s stead, Wilks took a dejected 1-4 squad and made them a serious NFC South title candidate. Even after losing their star running back Christian McCaffrey, the Panthers managed a respectable 6-6 record under the 53-year-old native of Charlotte, North Carolina.

Pelissero continued by saying that Frank Reich will be contacted by the group today.

The #Panthers also will conduct a second interview today with former #Colts coach Frank Reich, per source. Ramping up. https://t.co/1LieGYvz7Y

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) January 25, 2023

Reich most recently led the Indianapolis Colts after playing quarterback with the Panthers in 1995. The 61-year-old, who amassed a record of 40-33-1 in Indianapolis, was fired nine games into the 2022 campaign.

Oh, and a third candidate might be getting another chance shortly.

The early word is that the #Panthers will focus on an experienced HC coach if possible and Frank Reich and Steve Wilks both fit the bill. Kellen Moore also impressed, as well.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 25, 2023