It was cool to see McElwain tailgating with the fans before today’s game. I like the guy already.
I think McElwain will do well if given time. The coaching game is ramping up. The Big Ten East alone has Franklin, Dantonio, Meyer, and Harbaugh. Probably nearly $25M/year in pay in just those four.
I also sense that Saban is bored or discouraged that things aren’t rigged in his favor any longer. He may be gone in another year or two to the NFL again.
I read that LSU wants PSU DC Shoop for over $1M/year. I think he did a good job, but PSU defensive success isn’t dependent on him. Hell, Tom Bradley makes $500K at WVU for doing the same thing.