re: If Orgeron were to not be coach next year, who realistically would intrigue you?

I think I'd have to say Mullen at this point, though there are other good names out there.

Mullen has a somewhat comparable resume at MSU to what Saban had at Michigan State, two programs I see as relatively similar over the time span each man has been their coach.

Mullen at MSU: 64-42
Saban at MS: 34-24

I'm not claiming Mullen is the next Saban, but all indications are he can succeed at a top level program.