I have also noticed him mentioning ideas and things that myself and others have said for years. Things that are also said on this site - but it is not rocket science, it is called progressive thinking and it is very new to our athletic dept.
Small examples are the maroon helmets and losing the high socks. Bigger examples are John Cohen and Dan Mullen. His comments about State's position in the SEC and the fact that we must catch our coaches on the way up. His interaction with the alumni.
There are tons more, but you get the gist.