This is more wild speculation than a conspiracy theory...
...a conspiracy theory would be Townsend is secretly collaborating with the Ole Miss REBELS, so as when MSU hires Townsend, Townsend will use his new job to dig up Mullen indiscretions, & pass his findings onto Freeze & Ross Bjork. Of course, this conspiracy theory doesn't quite pass the smell test for the simple reason it's not ridiculous enough. If you want to tread authentic conspiracy theory waters, make up the most insane, ridiculous **** you can imagine. You'll instantly draw an audience begging for more.