We often draw on the comparison of the great Cholly Mac with the legendary Les Miles.
Rose to a level of success that didn’t match that of his predecessor by the impossible standard of “didn’t build the program.”
Check.
Produced a staggering level of consistency, reaching the upper echelons of success once and never again.
Check.
Brutish physical playing style punctuated by stellar defensive play.
Check.
Aw shucks, down-home personality never aimed to please, but always well admired.
Check.
Driven out by fans bored with simple success and craving world dominance.