Is Hiring the G5 coach of a talented team the new meta for middle-tier P4 programs?

Look at how well UCLA and Oklahoma State are this year off that model. UCLA is in the drivers seat of a playoff appearance (Look at their remaining games), and Oklahoma State will certainly challenge for the B12.

If you’re Rutgers, Maryland, or FSU, and not in contention for any top coaching candidates, this seems like the most obvious route to go. Jason Eck at New Mexico and Jamarcus Shepherd at Oregon State are definitely going to get consideration.

note: I am talking about poaching talented players from these teams, not just hiring A g5 coach