You never know who will take the job unless you ask, Big Dog.
Last year I mentioned LSU defensive coordinator Will Muschamp as a possibility for you guys, but nobody seems to be doing that this time around. Hey, our defense is still pretty good. He is being mentioned for other vacancies around the country also.
I would not go with Mike Collins. I'm sure he is a nice guy, and I know he was acquitted, but something about that car crash last year does not pass muster with me. I know UTEP gave Mike Price a shot at redemption and it's paying off for them, but Price is a proven commodity; Collins is not. I just think La. Tech can do better if they try harder, and should at least try to get a squeaky clean head coach who is a proven leader and winner.