re: Is Ellis Johnson a better defensive coordinator than Kirby Smart?

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He was my 3rd choice behind Bobby Petrino and Gary Patterson, and my 2nd realistic choice (I didn't consider Gary Patterson a true candidate, more like a pipe-dream). Gus Malzahn was my absolute last choice out of realistic coaches. However, I will say that he's done a great job of hiring assistants and off-the-field recruiters like what Nick Saban has done.

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Same for me.

1. Petrino
2. Patterson
3. Smart

Gus wasn't even on my list. He is doing great so far. Have to wait and see how the team performs though.