There used to be a coaching convention in January when most of the hires and transfers took place. Do not know if this is still the case or not, but I believe that is when a decision will be made. I think they probably got turned down on all their first round candidates and decided to pause to see who is available in January. Only thing that makes sense.
Not sure about Sark but after what happened with UT and Schiano I am sure that ESPN with do several hit pieces on Sark if he comes to UT. Same thing would have happened with Freeze, Cooter, or Briles. It will not be about giving someone a second chance, but what a vile program we have.