He was willing to tap into the past, look for connections and support. That has changed over his tenure. Anyone that doesn't agree or questions his view of how the program should be run, how the team should be coached, how BYU should recruit, etc. has been summarily discounted, dismissed or alienated. Just a few examples of those groups.
Former Players
Media
Fans
Who is left to give him any support? It is getting to the point where it will just be ME, MYSELF and I for Bronco.