I think there is a good argument for Lou 3rd, but for me Ara's 13 less losses swing the debate

to him...But as you pointed out, Lou had best team in country in '89, and '93..in addition to '88 title..I do think LOu played much tougher schedules..and Lou went 5-1 in major bowls beating nos, 3, 1, 3, 4, 7 during that magical '88'93 6 season run, lone loss due to refs nullifying Rockets run against another no. 1 team...Its close..