re: Decision for LSU administration and fan base boils down to one of two options:

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It is not mutually exclusive.

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Correct. The OP is offering a false set of options. Ideal world - Les Miles stays Les Miles, and stays at LSU - except he becomes detail-oriented and laser focused on improving his coaching philosophy and getting the most out of his team's talent thru personal effort and a staff that actually produces positive results. Asking too much? See Dabo Swinney as one example of that kind of coach. I love Les Miles the person. He does have a great record (by the W/L numbers) at LSU. But his coaching and that of his staff) against Alabama leaves a lot to be desired, as does much of his (and staff's) coaching versus average or low-impact teams.

There is a whole body of work to draw from if you want examples. Eleven years' worth.