It will not help to fire Mark if the defense is not changed. Another DC would have to have authority to impose his own defense and that is another roadblock. Al thinks his defense is good. Unless his wisdom overcomes his stubborn pride, we will continue to see 500 yard games. Al has correctly identified the problem-- his defense. I agree he needs to be fired, but we actually don't know if it is Mark's fault. Al needs to look at Cane history. Howard bought in his offense, the pro set and turned college football upside down. JJ, kept Howard's offense, but brought in his defense, base 4-3 played fast and aggressive and destroyed everyone. Dennis kept JJ's defense and brought his offense, the one back and won 2 NCs. Al has installed his own defense and it has failed with epic impact. I was never in love with Butch as a coach, but as a recruiter no one could touch him. Al might be the same animal. I love his recruiting and his game management is better than Butch's but if he can not adapt his defense, then we have to take his recruits in 2014 and 2015 and then send him and Mark on their way. It is a same because Al has everything else you want in a HC. Problem is that winning isn't everything-- IT IS THE ONLY THING!
