Let's be honest, a significant portion of Big Blue Nation seems ready for the Mark Stoops era to end, including I would bet most of you reading this. And perhaps, deep down, Stoops wouldn't entirely mind a change of scenery either. His recent comments have certainly left fans wondering what he is thinking.
A hefty buyout (around $36 million) would certainly soften the blow, and escaping the constant scrutiny after 13 seasons might offer some relief. Especially considering how bad the team has looked the last 2 years.
While Stoops remains publicly committed, the reality is his tenure feels increasingly tenuous.