re: Was LSU a top 5 job in 2005?

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Top 5 programs to me should be on field performance for several years recognizing schedule strength and results. 

Top 5 jobs should be based on demographics and facilities for the most part


This. A top 5 job and a top 5 program isnt the same thing.

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I see what you are saying. A better way to put it is this:

Top Historical program - records, brand, achievement all time. Recruiting base, current slump, etc would be irrelevant. An example would be Nebraska, Michigan.

Top Program - (currently) recent on field results/achievements, current roster, recruiting base, facilities. An example would be Oregon.

Top Job - could be lacking in recent achievement or could have historically under-achieved but based on all other factors has tremendous upside. An example could be Texas A&M right now maybe?

There is an ebb and flow to this but I would still say based on recent success (2 conf titles and a NC), recruiting base, current roster, etc.... that LSU was a top 10 job at the time for sure and IMO right around 5 when Miles got here. I still think it is in that ballpark today. The brand is probably stronger overall since the program has been in the limelight for now going on close to 15 years.