I have a simple, and probably far too logical question. Now first, I'm not saying Tiger Prowl was an infraction of NCAA rules or a bad thing in any way. But, the fact/perception is....that the Tiger Prowl operation is under investigation by the NCAA. So, you come up with this innovative idea. Definitely outside the box as far as recruiting tactics or building publicity and public relations for Auburn go. You know it will draw attention...a lot of attention....obviously because you'll be rollin' up in limos and Hummers and blinged out carriages, puttin' the coaching staff bum rush on em' every where you go.
Now, the question is....if you're going put this thing in motion....why on earth would you not go straight to the NCAA compliance office beforehand and say, "Okay look. Here's what we plan to do. This is how we will go about it. Please review this with us and tell us if we're within the rules. Anything we can and can't do. You give us the stamp of approval on what's acceptable here."
You have a freakin' compliance department at Auburn. Isn't that their job? Not to just advise but to actually check with the NCAA before it goes into motion. That way, when any questions arise...before countless smear pieces are written...before the NCAA comes calling....Auburn can simply issue a press release that says, "On August 25, 2009, we contacted the NCAA...." Case closed. Idiot media members and message board fucks...shut the hell up. Makes sense to me. But no, that would be too logical.