This info is from the OkState side, according to OB. (can't speak to other sites) So far, that's how these hires have broken. Strong/Patterson don't allow a lot of leaks.
Yes, he SHOULD be... He also SHOULD have stepped out of the way and let Texas hire Saban... but he didn't.
I said Burton was Mack's propaganda arm because of what happened with the whole Mack's retiring, Mack's texting me saying he's staying thing.
I'm on record on several sites saying that I think Briles would do well at Texas.
That said, he's about 9th on the list of good coaches who would consider coming to Texas. Why would you settle for 9th when you have a chance at top 4?
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