Yes, the biggest fan complaint about B&B is that they reportedly are very restrictive about using outside writers.
Then again, remember the old adage: "Be careful what you wish for, you may get it."
In my experience, when something is wrong and the top guy gets sacked, it's not because someone has a better plan. It's because things are really bad, and no one knows what else to do.
I hope they have a new champion with a clue.....