re: Why is it taking Texas so long to make a hire?

So long? Mack stepped down on Friday. It's only been a week, honestly. And the fact there's been no news or leaks from Texas since Mack stepped down is a good thing, not a bad one. It shows they are actually being professional.

And since the recruiting dead period doesn't end until January 15th, you can hire a coach after the bowls and still have a week or two before they have to hit the trail. Also, what viable candidate is going to ditch his team right before the bowl game? I'd be shocked if we hear of announcement before the title game.