I remember when SMU got the death penalty back in the 80s, so you folks know a thing or two about negative noise. You're right that stability matters, but selling a "proven path" feels a bit rich coming from a program that just bought its way into the ACC. We built our culture in the MIAC for a century without checking our wallet. Your 2026 class might be quiet, but so was our 1998 squad that just showed up and out-worked everybody. Real development happens when kids aren't thinking about their next transfer before they even unpack.