I wouldn't read too much into that. The Sun Herald is my local paper and they aren't exactly a beacon of credibility in my eyes.

Yes, the Dooley story is several days old.

I read that Dooley has denied the entire episode through an LSU spokesperson. It could just be some disgruntled current Dolphin assistant trying to muddy the waters for Saban.

LSU Assistant: I'm Coaching Special Teams...
Posted on: 2004-12-20



[Miami Herald] According to several sources within the Dolphins coaching staff, LSU assistant Derek Dooley and Dolphins defensive nickel package coach Bill Lewis spoke last week and during the conversation Dooley inquired about the talent on Miami's roster.

Dooley made it clear to Lewis he wanted to know about Miami's players because he would be coaching the Miami special teams once Saban is hired as the Dolphins head coach.

The conversation so incensed Lewis, he quickly terminated the call and promptly relayed the story to other Miami assistants before a staff meeting.

Dooley could not be reached for comment, but denied the incident through an LSU spokesman. A Saban source confirmed Lewis and Dooley spoke but denied Dooley projected himself as the next Dolphins special teams coach.

Thanks for sharing this quote and article but it's been mentioned over and over again for the past few days.

need a mod to lock this repeat

There, merged!