I get the whole integrity with Trooper. I'm not a huge fan myself. However, if Butch truly wants to compete with the Alabama's and Florida's of the world in recruiting and on the field, he's going to have to take a chance on coaches like Trooper and do his best to keep them out of trouble.
Trooper Taylor would almost guarantee a huge class next year. Maybe Jones can get it done regardless, but hiring Trooper would make it a lot easier. Jones needs a guy who has relationships with the 2014 kids already. Not only does Taylor have that as a coach to begin with, he also has it because of his son. You guarantee yourself an early commitment from his son, who can talk this place up to recruits. From Todd Kelly to the Berry twins, this would be huge for 2014. It's the shot in the arm Butch needs to be successful here. Sure it's a risk, but without taking these kinds of risks, chances are pretty good Butch won't be here in 3-5 years. It stinks, but this business is what it is.