| FTBL First media outlet to run with Tubs to Arkansas

[imported_Porter]

I can't see him leaving to the hogs. I mean nothing personal, but I think he has better players at barn.

Although don't quote me on that because I don't follow pigball. Just my best guess.

If he leaves, it won't be based on players.

 

[rammajamma]

This really suck. I really wanted to see us beat him next year at BDS. I guess we still can except he will be a Sooie Pig. All I can say is that he must be scared of CNS at Alabama and thats why he left.

 

[BamaFan425]

Tuberville says `I'm not looking to go anywhere'; source denies reports there's deal with Arkansas
Posted by Birmingham News staff November 29, 2007 7:57 PM

Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville said Thursday he's not going to rush through his negotiations with university officials toward a new contract despite ``a sense of urgency outside in the public eye, but contracts take forever.''

Tuberville also told his weekly Tiger Talk radio audience that ``I'm not looking to go anywhere.''

The taped interview came as various Arkansas media outlets reported Thursday night that Tuberville is on the verge of signing a contract with the Razorbacks. A source who talked to Tuberville on Thursday evening denied the reports.

Tuberville had meetings with Auburn Athletics Director Jay Jacobs and university President Jay Gouge early in the week. They didn't meet Wednesday or Thursday.

``We're not going to run and jump through this,'' Tuberville said. ``I'm looking to make sure that people understand for us to get better, this program needs to take some steps in some areas for us to improve.''

Tuberville also said, ``What we've done - and what we'll probably do for another week - is sit down and look at the best circumstances for this team and program. There are a lot of variables you need to lo

 

[Guest]

Tuberville says `I'm not looking to go anywhere'; source denies reports there's deal with Arkansas
Posted by Birmingham News staff November 29, 2007 7:57 PM

Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville said Thursday he's not going to rush through his negotiations with university officials toward a new contract despite ``a sense of urgency outside in the public eye, but contracts take forever.''

Tuberville also told his weekly Tiger Talk radio audience that ``I'm not looking to go anywhere.''

The taped interview came as various Arkansas media outlets reported Thursday night that Tuberville is on the verge of signing a contract with the Razorbacks. A source who talked to Tuberville on Thursday evening denied the reports.

Tuberville had meetings with Auburn Athletics Director Jay Jacobs and university President Jay Gouge early in the week. They didn't meet Wednesday or Thursday.

``We're not going to run and jump through this,'' Tuberville said. ``I'm looking to make sure that people understand for us to get better, this program needs to take some steps in some areas for us to improve.''

Tuberville also said, ``What we've done - and what we'll probably do for another week - is sit down and look at the best circumstances for this team and program. There are a lot of variables you need to lo

Spin spin spin. Nobody has talked to Tuberville...just read a prepared statement.

Pine Box...remember?

 

[BamaFan425]

I'm not saying I buy into it. Just posting what I saw.

 

[Tideboy]

I hope he stays at the barn.

The only reason I could ever see him going to Arkansas is because he is a native Arkansan and maybe he has a smouldering grudge against Lowder for jetgate.

When Darren McFadden leaves for the NFL in a few months, 90% of Ark's offense goes with him...

 

[imported_Porter]

...and maybe he has a smouldering grudge against Lowder for jetgate.

There is no "maybe" about that. They hate each other.

 

[imported_Porter]

Some outlets are reporting that Jerry Jones is taking a role in this. This is interesting for 2 reasons. Obviously, the first being that Jones is a mega Hog booster... but also interesting because the NFL Network reported tonight that Jimmy Sexton (Tubby's agent) was a guest in Jones' luxury box at the Cowboys vs. Packers game this evening.

[Just throwing another log on the fire to keep to it going until morning]

 

[circledrill]

Everybody take a deep breath.

What if this is just some serious posturing on CTT's/Jimmy Sexton's part to give him some negotiating leverage when he gets back around to talking to Jay Jacobs again?

Just saying.

The message boards are blowing up right now with out of control rumors. AU fans just gotta have patience and see what happens.

Like somebody mentioned above, "Coach Rod to Bama" was once a done deal.

 

[imported_Porter]

Everybody take a deep breath.

We're just having fun... I think I speak for most when I say we don't give a damn what he does. We are just enjoying the entertainment that this "hunting trip" is providing.

 

[Kirk Van de Graaff]

Everybody take a deep breath.

What if this is just some serious posturing on CTT's/Jimmy Sexton's part to give him some negotiating leverage when he gets back around to talking to Jay Jacobs again?

Just saying.

The message boards are blowing up right now with out of control rumors. AU fans just gotta have patience and see what happens.

Like somebody mentioned above, "Coach Rod to Bama" was once a done deal.

Dude, you are talking to a fanbase that has had to endure this crap for years. Patience? Shoot we are jumping all over this bad boy. For once its not us. Well except for Del Greco and the LSU hypocritical fanbase and their hate/love relationship with Coach Saban. :lol: :lol: :lol:

 

[circledrill]

Everybody take a deep breath.

We're just having fun... I think I speak for most when I say we don't give a damn what he does. We are just enjoying the entertainment that this "hunting trip" is providing.

I'm sure that's true. Looks like a lot of people are staying up late tonight trying to get info online from the AU side, so I am sure you guys are having a blast.

 

[Guest]

Everybody take a deep breath.

We're just having fun... I think I speak for most when I say we don't give a damn what he does. We are just enjoying the entertainment that this "hunting trip" is providing.

I'm sure that's true. Looks like a lot of people are staying up late tonight trying to get info online from the AU side, so I am sure you guys are having a blast.

Personally, with the way your recruiting is going in the tank while we are poised to have a top 5 class...combined with the fact that $6m buyout would give you the leverage to hire whoever you wanted - leads me to want Tubby to stay on the plains...

He is a good coach, though a bit on the slimy side. Most honest Bama fans expected us to lose the IB this year. What we also expect is the streak to do a 180 once Saban gets his program and recruits in place.

 

[pimpsahoy]

Don't forget another stadium expansion on the way.

 

[imatigerfan]

Personally, with the way your recruiting is going in the tank while we are poised to have a top 5 class...combined with the fact that $6m buyout would give you the leverage to hire whoever you wanted - leads me to want Tubby to stay on the plains...

He is a good coach, though a bit on the slimy side. Most honest Bama fans expected us to lose the IB this year. What we also expect is the streak to do a 180 once Saban gets his program and recruits in place.

Well I'd like to say thank you for hoping we keep the coach that has done extremely well. Besides him being a slimy coach, I would disagree that our recruitment is in the crapper considering we are a number 19 in the nation. No, not as good as Bama's but hey, I'll take it.

 

[Outlaw]

I doubt he's going anywhere. Don't really care one way or the next.

And, their recruiting numbers will go up I'm sure...

 

[Nate]

Honestly I think its in Tubbys best interest to leave while his stock is high. In the next few years, his 6-0 record against Bama will start to diminish quickly along with his value, same with Les Miles... both have gone a long ways off of Bama being on probation, and all of that is about to change. At least at Arkansas Tubby has an excuse for losing

 

[RollllTide!]

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[circledrill]

http://www.al.com/birminghamnews/stories/index.ssf?/base/sports/1196414763107360.xml&coll=2

Friday, November 30, 2007CHARLES GOLDBERGNews staff writer
Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville said Thursday he's not going to rush through his negotiations with university officials toward a contract extension despite "a sense of urgency outside in the public eye."
"Contracts take forever," he said, adding the talks will probably take another week.

Tuberville also told hisweekly Tiger Talk radio audience that "I'm not looking to go anywhere."
The taped interview came as various Arkansas media outlets reported Thursday night that Tuberville is on the verge of signing a contract to coach the Razorbacks. A source who talked to Tuberville on Thursday evening denied the reports. Another source said Arkansas has not asked Auburn for permission to speak to Tuberville.

The Arkansas 360.com Web site said "multiple sources" reported Tuberville "appeared set to accept Arkansas' offer." KNWA television in Fayetteville also reported a deal with imminent. But the Morning News in Springdale, Ark., cited several sources who said Arkansas had no agreement with Tuberville.

Tuberville had meetings with Athletics Director Jay Jacobs and university President Jay Gogue early in the week. They didn't meet Wednesday or Thursday.

Tuberville is near the end of the third year of a seven-year contract. An extension could take him through 2014 season.

Tuberville urged patience in his talks.

"We're not going to run and jump through this," Tuberville said. "I'm looking to make sure that people understand for us to get better, this program needs to take some steps in some areas for us to improve."

Tuberville also said, "What we've done - and what we'll probably do for another week - is sit down and look at the best circumstances for this team and program. There are a lot of variables you need to look at."

Tuberville said he has discussed athletic facilities as well as his assistant coaches.
"These guys love it here, as I do," Tuberville said. "As I said earlier, as long as they want us here, we'll be here. We're going to continue to work in that direction. People don't need to panic. This is for the betterment of Auburn."
Tuberville and several members of his staff flew to Arkansas around noon Thursday for an annual hunting trip. The source who spoke to Tuberville on Thursday night confirmed he was hunting.

"I want everybody, not just the administration but our fans, to understand we're at a point, but if you're going to get to another point, you can't keep on as is," Tuberville said. "You've got to make changes in facilities. You've got to have a plan. I've been here nine years, and I think I'm pretty experienced on what I feel, and our staff feels, that it needs to go to another level."

Tuberville, 53, signed his current contract before the 2005 season.

His financial package from Auburn this season is $2.6 million. Auburn will pay him $2.8 million next season. The contract calls for additional raises.

E-mail: cgoldberg@bhamnews.com

 

[BamaHubMan]

The only way he is leaving Auburn is in a pinebox! dolt! uhhh Nevermind.