I have said for a long time Miles needed to be hired to be a 'drunk uncle John Candy' type. ESPN also sees him taking over for Corso when he leaves. A lovable loser to bring comedy to the table. Rumored on other boards is he 'butchered' the Houston interview and was eliminated quickly.
http://awfulannouncing.com/2016/espn-is-reportedly-interested-in-hiring-les-miles.html
http://awfulannouncing.com/2016/espn-is-reportedly-interested-in-hiring-les-miles.html