Link: Kirby Smart won't leave mentor Nick Saban until he has opportunity for success

BamaJoe · Dec 4, 2012

this was on footballscoop.com

Auburn: Sources close to the situation tell us Auburn's interest in Kirby Smart is very sincere. This one could play very soon. Update> Multiple sources tell us Auburn is working on an agreement with Kirby. Will update...

Vinny · Dec 4, 2012

He may not take the job, but it's good for him to get the practice for interviewing.

mikeua69 · Dec 4, 2012

There's an article on the Barner's 247 (can't link b/c premium) that says Malzhan is now the leading candidate and Kirby isn't taking the job.

Bamabuzzard · Dec 4, 2012

Another issue I see with this situation is their expectation of him to "dislike" Alabama in the same manner they do. He's been here a while now. He's gone through some thick and thin with this program, the fans and it would be hard for me to believe he doesn't have some emotional attachment and "love" for the university. I doubt something like this would even be a consideration in making the decision to coach there or not but it could very well become an "issue" once he's in and folks within the program begin to think he's not an "Auburn man".

WMack4Bama · Dec 4, 2012

rickvox79 said:
I thought this tweet from Will Lowery was funny:

Will Lowery ‏@jwlowery29 If Kirby Smart goes to Auburn, I will jump out of the Sun Life stands in Miami and do naked laps until security levels me. Just don't see it

Further info from Brother Lowery and a fine point indeed:

Problem is, hes been with our program for 6 years.He knows how strong our program is right now.No way he wants to try and compete AGAINST us

willie52 · Dec 4, 2012

My money is on Malzhan, after all, he knows most of the NCAA investigators by first name. :biggrin2:

4Q Basket Case · Dec 4, 2012

The only logical reason he would take the barn job is short-term money, and even that assumes he has no other offers this year.

If, as Al Del Greco indicated, there is pressure to keep Trooper Taylor in the face of an NCAA investigation AND the personal knowledge of Troopah's / the barn's recruiting tactics Smart would surely have gained in he past six years, that's a problem. Add to that reported disagreement over Pat Dye's role. That combination tells you everything you need to know about the autonomy he would have.

Smart's human, though, and money talks to us all. But holy moly, Kirby....that's some Godamighty expensive money.

bamafaninOhiO · Dec 4, 2012

Bamabuzzard said:
Another issue I see with this situation is their expectation of him to "dislike" Alabama in the same manner they do. He's been here a while now. He's gone through some thick and thin with this program, the fans and it would be hard for me to believe he doesn't have some emotional attachment and "love" for the university. I doubt something like this would even be a consideration in making the decision to coach there or not but it could very well become an "issue" once he's in and folks within the program begin to think he's not an "Auburn man".

I beleive thats a great point, and very valid...
having coached at Bama, it would be hard for him to just turn around and 'hate' the program, as their fans would expect...

very tough situation, and I dont think Kirby will get the job because of it...

gwilliams · Dec 4, 2012

GrayTide said:
This. Petrino or Malzahn, both know the drill over in Lee County.

Tressel would fit in. He'd just quit using email.

CapstoneTider · Dec 4, 2012

Alasippi said:
I think he'd stay at Bama without question. Way too much upside not to.

I know it's hypothetical with the guarantees ...........I agree and I like your answer.

JBama_in_PCOLA · Dec 4, 2012

This is beginning to feel like the 4th quarter of the UGA or LSU game. Please stay Smart!!

CapstoneTider · Dec 4, 2012

rizolltizide......
Here's the thing. If they offer him a boatload of money, which they obvously would, he'd almost be a fool not to take it.....

CapstoneTider said:
It's not now or never, that seems to be missing from your rationale. And also any emotional thoughts on it.

rizolltizide said:
Never said it was now or never. Better decisions are made when emotions are removed.

CapstoneTide - You want some emotion? I hope like hell he doesnt go to the barn, cause I'll make fun of him forever if he does. Specifically if somebody finds his pants in a pond. There will be plenty of opportunites out there for him if and when he decides the time is right.

rizolltizide said:
Okey dokey.

Just to put into context if's he's a fool for not taking the money as you say.

He'll end up a fool then

bamabelle1991 · Dec 4, 2012

We need a press conference or a statement putting this story to bed and announcing CKS's new salary and contract with UA! STAT!!!

TheRealPokeChop · Dec 4, 2012

Will Lowry and David Ross are pretty adamant smart not going to auburn

RTR91 · Dec 4, 2012

Phillip Marshall's latest story says Gus interviewed better, so he is now the #1.

mikeua69 · Dec 4, 2012

RTR91 said:
Phillip Marshall's latest story says Gus interviewed better, so he is now the #1.

or Kirby turned them down. Could be PM spin.

JBama_in_PCOLA · Dec 4, 2012

This is just going to give me a heart attack.

crimsonaudio · Dec 4, 2012

WAKA CBS 8 ‏@CBS8News
#BREAKING: Auburn President Dr. Gogue tells CBS 8 News Reporter @jgertler_CBS8 that coach announcement to be made within 24 hours.

TheRealPokeChop · Dec 4, 2012

I'd be shocked if it wasnt Gus at this point

JBama_in_PCOLA · Dec 4, 2012

bamabelle1991 said:
We need a press conference or a statement putting this story to bed and announcing CKS's new salary and contract with UA! STAT!!!

'Zactly

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