So if Coach [Whoever] coaches us for 6 years gets us to the playoffs and takes the Alabama job before the playoffs do you say a) "please coach, keep coaching us we need you" or b) "thanks for your time coach, the door is that way. Turn right on 82"
B all day. Once you commit to a league competitor down the road, you're gone.
Do I care that the NCAA timing put Kiffin in a tougher spot than is typical? No. Actions / consequences. Can't have it both ways. Tell the NCAA to fix the rules that present the scenario but don't also expect a program with any pride to cater to you while you're on your way out of town either.