re: At what point does the unknown affect recruiting?

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And Alleva deserves all the blame because he ramped the speculation up with his actions.

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With a 11 year coach that was planning on retiring next year and dug in as he is Alleva might have had to go the leak route like he did to get the big boosters on board (and Board of Supervisors). But you are right, that has highlighted the unknown and speculation which puts LSU on the clock. IF he didn't have to do that, big mistake.

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The positive for recruiting is that I doubt Orgeron or WIlson leave and they are better then most at keeping recruits committed.

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As soon as possible, say Frank and Coach O are staying; regardless of who's coming in (or who's not). That probably has to wait on some "official finality" on what is actually going to happen to Miles. But if you are Alleva the leaks (above) basically put you at a point of no return. Other than feeling out interest of the next guy, might as well have those conversations with CFW and O and do it now.