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[QUOTE="Madbiker, post: 1387224, member: 312"]
The problem is not just the sanctions, though they certainly hurt. IMO the biggest problem is that the program is now seen as unstable and uncertain. Forcing JB HOF coach and national personality out will be a major blow to recruiting. Battle is just the start. That Syverud added more uncertainity when he didn't publicly back Hopkins as the next coach hurts us immeasurably. From a recruit's perspective a new unnamed AD is coming and it is unknown who the HC will be be. It's possible that it's not Hop and that none of the current assistants will even be here when the recruit gets here. (Note: I am not saying this will happen just that from a recruit's perspective it is possible, there is no certainty). Big time recruits don't want uncertainty about the coach. If JB wasn't be forced out and he said he plans on being here for several more years the sanctions could be overcome by attracting just 1-2 top 20 rated players. 10 ships is workable if you get high level guys. I fear that Battle just signals the beginning of major recruiting problems until there is certainty and continuity of the coaching staff. I have been afraid of this ever since the JB presser and Syverud not publicly backing Hop. Those who think booting JB is going to help our recruiting are crazy.
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