Since everyone is throwing out crazy coaching candidates. Here's my wildcard and why I think it could happen.

gatorjack790 said:

Well the current leadership in the athletic department has shown a tendency to make pretty poor hires, so I guess I can't argue that there's a world where this happens. Would it be a good hire? Dabo as the coach he is today, no it would be going further in the wrong direction. The game is rapidly passing him by, barring an extreme shift in how he approaches roster building, staff hiring, etc. He's trying to win football games like it's still 2013. Like Billy, he possesses one of the worst traits a coach can have...relentlessly stubborn. Coaches, now more than ever, need to be nimble and willing to adapt at the drop of a hat. That ain't Dabo. [HEADING=2]"And then you also have those coaches who try to do things that just don't work, and because of that they die, but they say 'I died but I died by my ideas'. My friend, if you died by your ideas you are stupid." - Jose Mourinho[/HEADING]

JohnsJeansJeans said:

I'll go ahead and get this out of the way, my number 1 choice is probably Kiffin. However, I keep coming up with this scenario in my head where I'm like, "I think this could happen..." And that sentiment is growing and growing. I don't know if I'd want this. I don't know how I would feel about it but again, It keeps popping up in my head and I need you guys to talk me out of it.... Dabo. Why I think it happens. 1. SS needs to nail this hire. He needs to get someone with a reputation of winning. He can't go for up and coming anymore 2. I could see a world where Dabo and Clemson mutually split. I get the sense Dabo is a little agitated about Clemson fan base. I could see the University wanting a fresh start. I could see Dabo wanting out of the ACC purgatory. 3. SS would love his personality. He's someone with good morals and good reputation as a Christian. Right in SS's wheel house. 4. Would Dabo want to leave Clemson for UF? Who knows... It's a wildcard pick but It seems like both UF and Clemson (speculation) are heading for a split and the timing could work out. He would get the luxury of SEC money and resources in a rich recruiting ground. Should be no hard feelings if Dabo chose to leave. He brought Clemson 2x NCs Maybe I'm crazy, talk me out of it. I just can't shake this sense of a collision course between Dabo and UF.

gatorjack790 said:

Well the current leadership in the athletic department has shown a tendency to make pretty poor hires, so I guess I can't argue that there's a world where this happens. Would it be a good hire? Dabo as the coach he is today, no it would be going further in the wrong direction. The game is rapidly passing him by, barring an extreme shift in how he approaches roster building, staff hiring, etc. He's trying to win football games like it's still 2013. Like Billy, he possesses one of the worst traits a coach can have...relentlessly stubborn. Coaches, now more than ever, need to be nimble and willing to adapt at the drop of a hat. That ain't Dabo. [HEADING=2]"And then you also have those coaches who try to do things that just don't work, and because of that they die, but they say 'I died but I died by my ideas'. My friend, if you died by your ideas you are stupid." - Jose Mourinho[/HEADING]

JohnsJeansJeans said:

He's shown a more willingness than Napier. He went out and hired Garret Riley when he was a hot name and primed for a bigger role. He's fired coordinators before too. He's also changed his approach to the portal this offseason. I wonder if starting at UF ultimately changes his mind on things.

TK_ said:

I think he's just a better version of Billy Napier in the ACC who has an OC but still meddles in everything.

SmurphyGator said:

Not a Dabo fan at all especially after having lived the Napier experience. Napier is Walmart Dabo.

NatureGator said:

Open the bank and go after Heupel.

GatorMade386 said:

Dabo has been my dark horse pick for the last 3 years. I think he’s still got it, just needs a fresh start. But with our current administration, anyone who comes here hands will be tied. Plus, I think he still has his sites set on Bama (which I think he would absolutely kill it there).

Hogtown Gator said:

Dude on the radio yesterday was saying he thinks it's possible Dabo gets fired. That would certainly open up the possibility.

GatorHayes said:

They would owe Dabo $60 million if he got fired. Not happening. Also probably a huge number for his buyout, so taking another job probably not happening either.

JohnsJeansJeans said:

I'll go ahead and get this out of the way, my number 1 choice is probably Kiffin. However, I keep coming up with this scenario in my head where I'm like, "I think this could happen..." And that sentiment is growing and growing. I don't know if I'd want this. I don't know how I would feel about it but again, It keeps popping up in my head and I need you guys to talk me out of it.... Dabo. EDIT: Post in thread 'Haven't really seen anyone mention Clark Lea yet' https://www.on3.com/boards/threads/havent-really-seen-anyone-mention-clark-lea-yet.8280063/post-170996206 @Coolgtr had it first I didn't see his post but heres my take ... Why I think it happens. 1. SS needs to nail this hire. He needs to get someone with a reputation of winning. He can't go for up and coming anymore 2. I could see a world where Dabo and Clemson mutually split. I get the sense Dabo is a little agitated about Clemson fan base. I could see the University wanting a fresh start. I could see Dabo wanting out of the ACC purgatory. 3. SS would love his personality. He's someone with good morals and good reputation as a Christian. Right in SS's wheel house. 4. Would Dabo want to leave Clemson for UF? Who knows... It's a wildcard pick but It seems like both UF and Clemson (speculation) are heading for a split and the timing could work out. He would get the luxury of SEC money and resources in a rich recruiting ground. Should be no hard feelings if Dabo chose to leave. He brought Clemson 2x NCs Maybe I'm crazy, talk me out of it. I just can't shake this sense of a collision course between Dabo and UF.