But based on the class we got and what we know about the new coaches and the present state of the program, does anyone want to comment on the “3-5 year rebuilding process” meme? Because I think it’s bunk, and I really don’t understand why it gets so much play, especially among UT fans.

My thoughts:
1. We won’t be installing a new offensive system, although I don’t think that’s the usually cited reasons. However. . .
2. The state of the program, imo, is no worse than Alabama was when Saban took over. His program succeeded in year 2.
3. By 2011, we can reasonably expect to have three top 10 recruiting classes on campus.
4. The players we lose after this year are at positions of great depth: WR, LB, DE. (we’ll see, of course, how the QB situation works out)

I know I’ve mentioned this once or twice before, but I haven’t seen it addressed in a systematic way, and I’d like to see that done at some point. I don’t know if this is the appropriate place, but recruiting classes are all about stockpiling talent for the next few years, so it seems as good a place as any. What is Dooley’s task, and what can we reasonably expect or hope for?

Standard disclaimer: This doesn’t mean I expect a championship in 2011, just that I expect a team that can legitimately compete in the East and won’t enter the season merely hoping for 6-8 wins.

Google not helping me much on “multiple 40” defense.

The widget pops up, but there’s no place to actually type anything, so I’m watching silently.

Best player: Da’Rick Rogers (although Bray is not a bad answer)
Most immediate need: Michael Palardy (runner up: JuWan James)

this is actually when he was a junior, I think

fwiw