Thinking this through logically, there are a few possible situations right?
1. Mullen is the guy - they're joking around with him a bit and trolling us. Fair enough I guess.
2. Mullen is not the guy - they're joking about the rumors. Kind of mean to him if he wanted the job.
3. Mullen was never interested or in the mix - they're joking about the rumors. Fair enough, but reputable posters confirm he was on campus right? (I haven't read the entire thread.)
4. Mullen is in the mix and it's not finalized - I'm pretty sure they'd be keeping their mouths shut.
So if my logic is sound, he's either the guy or he was never interested.