re: Paul’s time has passed...

I don't know if I agree with Paul needing to step down or not, but if so..

I think LSU would need to explore all top options and make them say no. I would definitely look at Texas Tech and TCU coaches. Yes, I realize one is at his alumni, but you still make him say no. You never know with money and prestige. They would likely have even greater success at LSU (IMO).

This is still the ultimate baseball program.

There are several other coaches you make say no. People asking who would you replace him with? Okay? As if he is the only good coach around? LSU just replaced a similar HC with a guy virtually nobody wanted and look at the impact it had. As long as LSU athletics are established you can afford to make a change when needed.

If all else fails, as unpopular of an opinion as it may be, I would consider the "high school" coach in Andy Cannizaro. Yes, he did something incredibly stupid. I just can't see him doing it again, but I understand the risk. I think the reward could pay off huge though. In fact, I think LSU would be incredibly feared under him. I think he would take LSU to another level in recruiting (yes, I realize recruiting is still elite here.)

He would probably connect more with the players.

Again, I am not ready to fire Paul just yet. He does seem to get his teams rolling later in the season. Let's see.