Message board sources: Mutual interest between Texas and Kiffin

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I have more intel, but this is all I can share for now...
I'm hearing from 2 of my sources that Kiffin has had communication with Texas brass recently and there's mutual interest if Sark doesn't stay. (NOT saying Sark is leaving - I don't know that - but there's been smoke... we even saw ESPN reporting on it a couple months ago). These things don't grow legs on their own. CDC also doesn't respond to Des Howard for no reason. I've got lunch scheduled Friday, so I may know a little more after that and I'll share what I can. Obviously this is all in development and tea leaves do change...

I do expect Kiffin (who has self-interest in mind obviously), to weigh ALL his options and make the best decision for him and his family.

What I will say: Texas is the best job in the country. Even Bama doesn't have the financial legs we do, not even close. LSU and Florida are way under what we're capable of... and both are in complete disarray.

As far as my take on Kiffin - I personally don't think he's fit for the Texas job. He's good, but not great.

Kiffin at Ole Miss: ~10-11 vs top 25, 5-6 vs top 10
Sarkisian at Texas: ~12-14 vs top 25, 2-8 vs top 10
RECORD-WISE it's an improvement, but IF we somehow have an opening, I'd prefer someone with better proving grounds (if we're going the experienced/splash-hire route).

Lastly - please don't DM for info. For those who alrdy have, whatever I share here is all I can give...thanks.

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