Success Stories?

[Crystalglass]

I’m absolutely not holding out hope that Stoops turns this around. However, I was trying to think back if an analogous situation has ever been turned around.

I’m talking total fan animosity, losing recruits, noticeable decline in on the field product, etc. but then the ship gets righted and the program at least stabilizes, if not ascends.

I honestly can’t think of a single example, but am open to any info.


I would exclude coaches in the first three or so years, since those bad situations early on are usually out of their control

 

[Lempface]

The fact that you can't think of even one, if any do exist, points to it being so highly unlikely of occurring that we must move on, now.

 

[merrimanm]

The reason you can't think of one is because there aren't many. Frank Beamer would be one. But, that said, it isn't that it can't be done. More likely it is because it is easier to just make a change. Any sign of trouble for coaches these days has people demanding they get fired and most administrators won't fight that battle.

 

[BeardedKatFan]

I know it doesn’t count but Billy Napier’s in season turnaround has been impressive this season.

 

[gojvc]

Iowa State was 4-8 two years ago and 10-2 this season. Doesn’t mean Stoops can do it but it’s possible at least.

 

[catben]

I know it doesn’t count but Billy Napier’s in season turnaround has been impressive this season.

Missouri last season is one I can recall. South Carolina also.

But in each of those cases, having a great QB made the difference.

Until Coach Stoops can get the QB position fixed, this program will remain stuck in mediocrity.

 

[Blouman]

Maybe if we put a statue of Stoops outside the stadium things
would magically improve.