I don't know.
If this site is a microcosm of the larger Hawks community, do you really think those calling for his departure are going to think, "Thanks for resigning Bubba; it was the right thing to do" so he sort of salvages his legacy or will they be all out "Good riddance. Why didn't you quit sooner.????
For many here, his legacy is found in the Favorite Bubba Moments thread. That's not really favorable.