[Joneslab]

Don't tell me I'm missing the point. I have followed this situation in its entirety. I am positive that this have no bearing on the University of Arkansas' decision. All it does is give them another "reason" to give to the media who are ignorant of the situation. It may look like it has relevance, but it simply does not.

And to compare this to Bruce Pearl? You've gotta be kidding me. A kid's mom asks for a picture and the request is granted. Violation? Yes. But no even in the same ballpark as having recruits over to your house for a party, asking them to pretend that never happened, lying to the NCAA about the event, etc... It is ludicrous to compare the two violations.

Which backs up my point that it has no influence on The U of A's decision. Pearl is still the coach at UT for numerous major violations. If that did not get him axed (yet). Then a small secondary violation is not going to be the straw that broke the camels back in this instance. Money is not a factor this far along in the process. It is whether or not they believe they can win at a high level with the coach they have. If they decide no, then that is fair, but it will not be based on this incident.

First, you did miss my point and the underlying point of the whole issue. Secondly, not once in my response did I disagree with you or say you were wrong on anything you stated. In fact I agreed with you. Thirdly, to think that this secondary violation couldn't have any influence on if they keep Pelphrey or fire him is irrational. Especially if a decision has not been made. IMO they may be leaning toward letting him go. Obviously, some at the university want him out. Obviously, the majority of the fanbase wants him out. If that is the case then taking advantage of a clause in his contract that could save the university and state a lot of money isn't all that unresaonable. Its all about spin control and preception. It's the perfect out if they want to take advantage. Sorry, if your intense following of the situation in its entirety doesn't allow you to think that is possible. But you are entitled to your opinion and I can respect it. However, you know what they say about opinions........