The tough hire is the answer, NOT the easy one

I'm trusting that Alleva is going through a process to the find right coach for LSU, and not just running to the easy hire. The clock is ticking on a decision, as we wait for the regular season to unfold, as well as the December 12 recruiting dead period, which is rapidly approaching. With boards like TD, 247, NOLA, as well as the countless radio and TV shows weighing in what should be, we'd do good to remember a few facts.

When Nick Saban was was hired, he was neither the "easy" or popular hire. Though he went through his fair share of ups and downs, he set our program on a path for long term success. That same success helped his successor (CLM) stay a float for years to come. Many times, that which seems immediately right, is so because its supported by a simple logic. Sometimes the logic, is too simple.

I personally do not believe that Jimbo, nor Coach O, are the long time answers for our program. I think that the answer is probably a "not so sexy" hire, who brings innovative offensive ideas, with a commitment to sound defense. We as fans are too ready to jump on a candidate's band wagon, using over simplified logic.

I hope that the big money guys aren't just willing to throw money at a name. I hope that they are being counseled by a team of "football guys" too. I hope that Alleva (and the big money guys) are truly going through a process.