[bigboydan]

I was undecided on the SEC championship game before, but now I'm thinking about passing altogether on it.

Why would Michigan go and pull a stunt like this right before the big game is totally classless on their part.

Michigan takes step to make Miles next Wolverines coach

LSU athletic director Skip Bertman confirmed Wednesday night through spokesman Herb Vincent that his Michigan counterpart, Bill Martin, has officially requested permission to speak with Les Miles about becoming the next coach of the Wolverines.

Bertman requested that the meeting not take place until after LSU plays Tennessee Saturday for the SEC championship. Martin told Bertman he will comply.

Miles played for Bo Schembechler at Michigan, where he met his wife and later became an assistant under Schembechler.

LSU will have its own meeting with Miles next week to make its pitch to keep Miles. Sources say Miles will be offered a sweetened deal.

Although formal discussions will wait for next week, a source close to the situation said Miles' agent, George Bass, was in Baton Rouge Wednesday meeting with LSU officials. The subject of those talks is unknown.

Miles has been at the center of speculation to be the next coach of the Wolverines since Lloyd Carr stepped down Nov. 19. The Michigan alum has carefully chosen his words when asked repeatedly about his interest in returning to his alma mater, but the one thing he has not done is say he is not a candidate.

LSU's national championship chase ended with an upset loss to Arkansas last Friday. That might have changed the timetable for negotiations with Michigan and freed up both sides to discuss the job sooner.

[djeffectz]

don't be surprized if Les Miles join Michigan next season, I think it's perfect fit

[The Seer]

I was on TN before so this distraction just bolsters my pick.

[IWishIWasRich]

Myself. I had already taken Tennessee plus 7.5. I saw this coming (which is not the reason for betting TN). LSU has been really tired for weeks, the OT game against Arkansas tired them out more. I know that TN played an OT game, too. However, I think that they were not worn out like LSU. There is also the question about Flynn's collarbone. Will he be out with the first hard tackle? Can he throw accurately and with full strength?

[Big Flo]

Tennessee has covered the last 2 ats against LSU.In 05' at LSU as 6.5 pt dogs in OT 30-27 and in 06' in Tenn. as 5 pt dogs 24-28.

[pags11]

I'd be extremely concerned if I was holding an LSU ticket right now...