it's not the "take a few days" to think about it approach that is off-putting. it's the "float info to espn that i am interviewing - then interested - then considering the offer - make my mind up soon" etc that is an issue. had he answered ron's call. interviewed. come out to see the campus. interview some more all while info is not leaked to the press i don't think this would be an issue.
in that case the only issue would be that ron was having a tough time closing the deal. against tulsa.
So much this. Keep your mouth shut, dude!