That is one theory, and since the Admirals say that maybe in due time we will get to know what happened, I am inclined to think so. Admiral Victor Dygalo is the one that hinted at that as the the true reason - and this is why the truth was covered up (notice that not much attention was given to the Scorpion sinking over what was given to the Thresher?).

-S

Huh.

I always was of the opinion that it was all but certain it was a hot Torp.

THats the official explanation, but if you look at the evidence, it is a near impossibility. I series of errors so long would have had to happen for that to be true. Then all the secrecy surrounding this sinking - which is exactly opposite of what happened to Thresher, and you have the makings of the perfect cover up in my opinion. Every attempt at inquiry was kept secret from the public. Notice that this didn't happen with Thresher.

-S