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Illini in Italy
Indy Illini Fan said:
He’s going to have lots of opportunities … As he should …

Could very well be here as OC, Baylor as OC, Oregon as OC, maybe even UTSA HC … And more …
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I would hope that if he does choose to leave, it would be to take a HC position, and not a “lateral” to another OC position. I know Oregon can throw Nike money aunt Lunney, am not sure that Baylor has that level of money (they likely do), but I would have to think unless you’re talking about a significant jump in pay he wouldn’t want to take another OC position to toil another couple of years before he gets another shot as a HC . . . He is making almost $1.5M for 2026 (!!!) which is not chump change, but the highest paid OC in college ball this year is Beck at ScUM earning $3.0M this year.
 
#53      
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Indy Illini Fan said:
He’s going to have lots of opportunities … As he should …

Could very well be here as OC, Baylor as OC, Oregon as OC, maybe even UTSA HC … And more …
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We know that it's likely that Lunney isn't here at some point hopefully due to our continued success. I know this is a lot of speculation and what ifs, but if we're looking for a new OC during the offseason do we look to promote Art, have a chat w/Locksley or are neither of those realistic options?

Also, welcome back...always appreciate your contributions!
 
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fuddrules
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We know that it's likely that Lunney isn't here at some point hopefully due to our continued success. I know this is a lot of speculation and what ifs, but if we're looking for a new OC during the offseason do we look to promote Art, have a chat w/Locksley or are neither of those realistic options?

Also, welcome back...always appreciate your contributions!
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Another option: https://fightingillini.com/staff-directory/mike-neu/2173
 
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Mr. Tibbs
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We know that it's likely that Lunney isn't here at some point hopefully due to our continued success. I know this is a lot of speculation and what ifs, but if we're looking for a new OC during the offseason do we look to promote Art, have a chat w/Locksley or are neither of those realistic options?

Also, welcome back...always appreciate your contributions!
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I don’t think Art is ready to be a B1G caliber OC yet - that is a huge step up from ace recruiter/QB coach
 
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