Former players want a role in the search

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fair enough. Blake needs to improve communication lines with the former players at least. Oh, and let them back on the sidelines. Now is the perfect time to do that

Yep. He should also open lines with other ADs. Get their input and try to be more assertive. Just like coaches go to coaching camps, he should do the same in reaching out to current and former ADs. If he wants to be great then thats the route to go.