I've been reading some of the posts about Coach Swinney and potential offers to leave and possibly coach at his alma mater. I appreciate all of the concern and the fear, but what I don't quite understand is the reason. I believe that Coach Swinney is one of the most principled and character filled humans I've ever known. He has built his entire program around that. He has inspired young men and student athletes to come to Clemson University based on his love and respect for the institution. I know, I know, you're going to say that "all coaches do this and it is a part of their job." Well, this is what makes Dabo so special, in my opinion. He actually "means" it. He eats it, sleeps it, lives it and believes it because he's "all in!" And it is NOT just a sound bite. He is not chasing the $, he is not chasing a skirt or the next opportunity, he is relishing THIS opportunity to have a life, a family, a future and a legacy in the place where he has found the greatest opportunity of his life.
But attitudes change, temperatures change, everything changes especially after having so much success...just ask Danny Ford. I am not saying that Dabo will never leave Clemson. But what I AM saying, is that it won't be Dabo's decision. He's ALL IN!