With all of the hype surrounding this, I absolutely hate to say this, but it probably is best that Gruden doesn't come.
Here is why: there is NO way he can live up to the hype. None. When things get so built up, there is always a let down. If Gruden goes 8-4 next year, it's bad.
On the other hand: If UT gets any other coach, the fan base will be very down, but at least he will get a chance to exceed expectations because there will be none. If this unnamed next coach goes 8-4, it is a huge improvement both to us and the national media.
I have no "inside" information, this is just me trying to be objective and perhaps a little optimistic.