I know for a fact Pinkel has spoken to the team many times under Drink, Drink has brought his players into administrative roles in the program, I think Drink has embraced Pinkels Championship culture. I wonder if that relationship is somewhat of a mentorship. Pinkel knows how Mizzou works, Drink would be wise to seek that advice when needed. I know Pinkel isnt trying to overstep here but i think hes a willing advisor if needed. Odom, probably not being entirely his choice, distanced himself from Pinkel and what made him successful.