Were Stanford to post the defensive coordinator vacancy Derek Mason's departure for Vanderbilt leaves, it might read something like this: 

Seeking one defensive coordinator. Desired qualifications include ability to maintain the high standard set in two seasons leading the Football Bowl Subdivision in sacks and finishing in the top 10 of scoring defense and top 5 of rush defenses. Must be able to lay the foundation for conference championships.

Talk about lofty standards. Mason was a coveted head-coaching candidate because Stanford's defense was at the pinnacle of college football under his guidance. Head coach Davi...

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