re: Anyone think that this wasn't Alleva's decision?

Very unlikely JA hired EO on his own. His influence in the hire may be his downfall if things don't work out..don't know. I lot of people were convinced after the good finish last year and his stint at USC that he was a lot better coach. That along with the timing of the Tom Herman deal could have made those involve rush there decision also. How they allowed the ridiculous contract to get passed is a really good question. As far as recruiting if he's fired...it could all depend on who replaces him imo.