I remember seeing Bruce Pearl say that the first thing he said to his assistants when they watched film on OU was "who is this Cooper kid and why didn't we recruit him?" What a sleezebag for thinking he could still get him. And good for Coop for staying loyal.
curious though, why is this coming out now and will it be a distraction?
Don't think it will matter much, but don't like the timing as well. I think Groce will squelch it early and will tell Coop not to address it anymore.
The truth is the truth. If Coop is asked about it again, I expect him to tell the truth. I think it's good that it has come out, though it's surprising that it didn't come out before this.