I would think he was happy for USM to get it because Lane Burroughs had a good bit to do with recruiting a number of those USM starters. With him on our staff now, maybe we don't miss as many solid Mississippi kids that Coach Polk didn't have anything to offer.
Also, by USM winning and Ole Miss not, he buys a little more time. I think our rebuilding job is going to be bigger than what even he thought, so a little extra time will be needed and is surely appreciated.