Theory why this is happening the way it “appears” to be

OM got caught up in the rampant rumors, namely the UF rumors that came to a head last week. They reportedly have had an extension offer on Sexton’s desk for weeks. No resolution. The media peppers Lane with rumors he’s considering leaving, Lane deflects.

OM starts to “panic”. If he’s leaving and not saying he’s going nowhere they have to get their ducks in a row since so many teams fired coaches mid season and are buying from the same rack OM would.

So they approach Lane and Sexton for an update. Lane says he doesn’t want to discuss it now, that he can’t answer without having actually evaluated things and done his due diligence.

OM says fine. Make your visits, talk with whomever you need during the bye week. Make a decision and let us know by X date so we can move forward either way. No breach, just do what you have to do to make a decision.

That’s where we’re at. He has until say Wednesday to let OM know.

And this would answer why in the midst of a playoff run would he take another job. His hand has been forced. Hopefully he decides going to Ole Miss’ big brother and kicking their arse every year is the best revenge!