DL didn’t attend AL and doesn’t have a dying mother in Tuscaloosa, so his decision _should_ be more logical than emotional.
Bama finished ‘23 at #5 and OBD finished #6.
Given the margin of error in these rankings, it is pure folly to think that the Bama team and HC job in ‘24 are far superior to UO’s.
Moneywise, I assume that OBD would match any offer, so the only “reason” I can imagine to leave is ego.
But winning the FIRST Natty for a blue blood (yes, OBD bleed blue) would satisfy the ego so much more than Saban’s sloppy seconds.
All that being said, this isn’t my first rodeo, and I admit I absolutely engaged in all the “Willie/Mari-no-O-would-never-leave” “silly talk.” @CountryProf @Desert Duck
mea culpa