Since Scalzo doesn't say what happens if Wolf goes 6-6 or worse, let me speculate -- the one year extension WITH BUYOUT only applies to the stated season records. Failing to get 7-5 or better ( or makes the playoffs) may leave YSU with the option to fire Wolf with NO BUYOUT, the "extension" not withstanding. That may be what the hold-up was to getting the contract signed. If it was ( and I suspect it might have been ), then the staff is on notice they are gone after this season if YSU wishes. It sets up a curious scenario in which someone "might" elect to "pee in the punchbowl". There is no incentive to develop a QB. Nania sure isn't the future here but may now get all the play time keeping the rest without experience and burning up next season. This might change my outlook on who plays QB this season.
I'm not suggesting that Tressel is the next coach, merely questioning the timing on all this. If Tressel wants to stay as Prez, he'll get to. If he wants to give it up and coach, this Valley will give him just about anything he wants.
I like Wolf but he has rubbed many people the wrong way and his mouth has gotten him into trouble several times. Recruiting improved , but the lack of a D has killed him and playoff chances here. Poor DCs are his legacy . Attendance has fallen ( butts in seats). There is a lack or respect for what was once a Cadillac program, even though he produces winning seasons. I suspect the AD, as bad as he is, is getting heat , which led to these terms on the "extension". And , I agree, what is discussed here doesn't impact recruits or other teams. The season just got more interesting with the revelation of the "extension" terms.
