There are definitely people that would take Mario in a heartbeat, I just question whether he even wants the job.
Being totally objective, I have to question the attractiveness of this job versus remaining at Oregon, with all the financial support and logistical support you could ever want.
Ask yourself, where does Mario have the greatest shot for success, based on fundamental structural, logistical, and general program support.
I know you already know this, but if people haven’t realized it, success is, in most cases, directly correlated to funding. Bottom line. All things being equal… Of course coaching ability is paramount, but removing that as a factor, funding is the bottom line. Equal coaches, one with support, one without support, the one with support will consistently win more.
The only way we have a shot at Mario is if it becomes toxic for him in Oregon.
That’s the only way this job becomes even slightly more attractive.