Didn't like Lunsford, The oil fiasco, personality, etc.... soured me on him. Hadi looked just "off" enough this year. Samson looked good this year. Politically, it's a safe choice too. Samson seems like a nice enough guy, he's amenable to the press, etc..., and if things go sour World wise, there won't be any drama.
Truth be told, this was another boring Mr O.