In my humble opinion Bob Stoops will go down as the greatest coach in Sooner history...and that's saying something. When you consider the times: limited s holarships, social media, restricted practice regulations, early NFL departure, the whole B.C.S. playoff drama, etc. Owen, Bud, or Barry never dealt with any of this. Bob's pragmatic decision to retire is classic STOOPS. There are many factors but I have been told that in the final analysis he just wanted to "live his life." His father died at 56 from heart disease and my sources tell me that he was told by doctor recently he needed to reduce his stress level. There are other factors as well but none are nefarious. He will stay on with the university in some capacity. Also, the timing is right...possible playoff team in 2017, recent facility upgrade completed, stable coaching staff, recruiting going well, and the perfect guy waiting in the wings to pass the baton to.