I don't claim to have read all the shit said in this thread, but I will give my piece....
1. This was a great idea by AU and it seemed to work out fantastically well.
2. I have no doubt that secondary violations were committed, and I believe they were intentional. A couple here and there means dick. If it was a big deal then UT would be screwed.
3. Who cares, other than AU fans, with what Lache said? He's what, 16-17? Hell if I was down there I'm sure I would have had a good time too. Mob mentality works in positive ways too.
4. Getting just one of those top players would mean that this was a perfect event. I still think Lache goes to Texas, well 70% chance, but if he goes to AU, super! I'd like to see him against us for 3 years.
5. I don't want you guys to think I may be making sense, so... uh.... The Bear never would have needed to do something like this.