Quote Originally Posted by LookingForResults View Post
It's a 5 year contract with an $800k buyout. I think this is a ridiculous waste of money. First, anything offered will never be enough if the right AQ comes calling; and if the right one doesn't call nothing more is needed. Being unable to raise the funds for the SEZ and being unable to take the band and spirit groups to Tech's biggest bowl ever, yet being able to find hundreds of thousands of dollars for a raise that provides ZERO assurance of the sought- after continuity is that he BVDV's most STUPID move to date - easily out-distancing the lion's share lunacy.
It's not about the money, it is about doing what is right and showing him respect. If we don't show him respect and appreciation it will encourage his departure the first real opportunity he gets and discourage other coaches regarding our program. I personally think SD is around for a while, he is our type of guy, he seems like the type of guy who takes pride in what he does, not to look good or make more money, but to build something important in players lives, the community and university. The more he wins the more we should offer him, as long as we continue to increase his salary as it is deserved, he will stay. I hope in his new deal we offer him a big percentage of any BCS payday if we make it.