re: Saban to Texas is a dream for LSU.

The conference's reputation would diminish. I know Alabama hasn't carried this conference alone, but their success accounts for I'd say 1/3 of the SEC's image. Furthermore, LSU would have to deal with potentially better Ole Miss and Florida squads next season. Ole Miss plays LSU much tougher in Death Valley, and I wouldn't be surprised to see them win there next year if their team delivers. LSU's strength of schedule and reputation would take a hit because no one would and could replicate Alabama.