Longtime fan

Forgot to mention: Reyes= all American. Hoping he can stay healthy as he is the most integral ingredient to the secondary.

The secondary should be much improved. It's just that this style of defense puts immense pressure on the dbs. They are still very young but poses great talent and now have experience and depth! The few spring practices that I've taken in, jahmere, Harris and hunt have been fantastic. It would not surprise me to see jahmere and hunt starting. This is nothing against Harris and carter it's the fact that these two just seem to the "it" factor. Hunt is a special talent and truly believe he has the skills to succeed at this level. Both held fbs scholarships which speaks in itself. If the dbs carry over to regular season play to what they are doing in spring ball I believe the secondary could be one of Unds strengths.

Whether Carson's draft is a big deal or not is insignificant to this message board. It's called Siouxsports for a reason. He is not a sioux or hawk. I could give a flying f?!% about that team and it's players but every other poster is from that damn fan base. Sickening!!

Your the greatest ever!!! Not even close!!

I'm beginning to think that Siouxsports and their message should consolidate. They are obviously coming here to get validation and we should oblige and give it to them in heavy doses and see if that whisks them back their home base. Once they get their validation an get bored I see them trickling off to the next message board. So here it is moo moo u, YOU GUYS ARE THE GREATEST!!!! And it's not even close!! I think I will have that comment following any moo talk from now on

Cannot help but think our secondary will be vastly improved. Not only in experience but the individual improvement of jahmere. Jahmere has been lights out the few times I saw him and he obviously has the talent having played in the sec. Also Torrey hunt is perhaps the most talented db on the roster. Not only do I think they pull his redshirt, I believe he has a great chance to start. As talented as holm is, he might be redshirted because of what's in front of him. The depth, experience and talent in the secondary is far ahead of last year. They will still be extremely young as there is no seniors on the current depth chart but from having played so many true freshman over the last two years the experience is much better. Nice to have a talented experienced depth chart in the secondary. Biggest question by far is the o line. Very thin in numbers as well as the experience factor. Cannot sustain any more losses in the offseason or injuries. Depth behind Keaton scares the hell out of me. Never been sold on Bartles and heidlebaugh is an unproven freshman. With their schedule next year there's no reason why und couldn't go at least with a 9-2 re cord or maybe 10-1. I'm really liking their chances against bowling green now as well. Again, to me, the o line is the question mark on how they gel, mesh and gain experience that is critical come conference play.

Attended practice today for about half hour. Couple things: I truly believe Hunt has a chance to start. He has all the skills just a bit of a tweener. Violent blocking hit between santiago and jahmere followed by the two face masking it up and santiago shoving jahmere to the ground. Love the intensity, just a weird interaction between team mates afterwards that I can only hope was a one time deal. Jahmere immediately left the field to vomit numerous times. Heidlebaugh looked much better today. Seems to be reading the defense a little better and making crisper throws. Keaton looked good. Jawon has the speed at OLB to be a menace to offenses. He could very well be the secret assassin this year.

Bubba handled it like a champ!!!

I feel the same. I would only imagine bubba is very angry and saddened. You would be hard pressed to find a better morally set person then bubba. He wants you to do the right thing in life but also realizes people can and will mistakes and he will forgive. It will now come will circumstances. He is a great coach on and off the field. He gives his everything for these kids and he expects that in return. He does not want und to be dirtied more so with any association related to him. He will do the right thing

WTF!!!

Completely agree about the wr group. If what I saw today with the exception of dulin the receiving game will be vastly improved. Keaton has the feel of game in his pocket now. Granted it's only spring practice, but he looked the part and did it very confidently. Clive looks like the biggest improvement so far. Crisp routes and glue fingers make his speed game look even better. It was nice to arnell out running around. He wasn't practicing just simply helping out with what he could. He was back pedaling at a decent clip when I noticed him and he did it like he hadn't ever sustained an injury. He's smooth. Taj was on a bike and walking around as well, just a little more of a gimp to him. No crutches but definitely favoring his injured leg. Man I hope he in 100% by September!! Also it was nice to see the hpc. Great recruiting tool.

I was of those peanut gallery attendees. My o my santiago is just simply amazing. He makes everything look so simple and smooth. Wasn't there long but my first impression is that hunt will be special. He has the speed and cutting ability that will translate real well. He simply has the "it" factor. In my opinion he will not be red shirted. My not so fresh feeling came from dulin. Big disappointment today. I specifically watched him on many plays as I was super impressed with last year. 3 dropped balls that should have easily been caught. After the last one, freund looked very intense to coach him up. He also just seemed to play with a eh attitude. I hope it was just a one day thing, because he oozes with talent. Iwarri looks good as a wr. He didn't stand out in any which way today but looks more comfortable at wr then rb. Side note: his calf muscles look a pair of baseballs wrapped in leather. Coles Reyes is a stud. He doesn't even need to be on the field and he seems to garner attention. I wanted to watch mason bennet to see what he has and all I could ever do was find him and switch my attention elsewhere. Regardless, based on what I saw last year and his hudl film he will a great player for und. Norberg is the new ratelle. His arms are my legs. Heidlebaugh doesn't look comfortable at all. Very twitchy and unsure. Keaton looked fantastic. Great reads and throws alike. He has grown up immensely and is ready to make the next step. Hope he can stay healthy. Very impressed. The o line was having issues with the d line. I think that will be the case with many of the offenses the we go against. Unds d line will no doubt be their strength. Very deep, talented and aggressive. Tank is a monster, hence the name. The o line needs time to gel and get that cohesive element down. (Fingers crossed on Grady). Flowers looked good today an played with spirit. Very nice to see. My gold star of the day went to jahmere. The guy flat out broke up 2 if not 3 passes and was everywhere. It wasn't like they weren't good passes because they were, but it was all him and his attacking the ball to break them up. I hope that translates to real season football. The way he played, I see why he played in the sec. Clive also looks much improved. He now has the offense down comfortably, along with his speed he could be something to watch this year

I for one will never speak highly of your team. Your team is a complete zero to me. Bring your garbage to the South Dakota st forum, your rivals. What is it that you want? Pats on the back?? Congratulatory return notes?? Your snide remarks are old and worn. It's very unfortunate you azzhats couldn't stay on your own forum and circle j$&k there. Instead you feel the need to disease up everyone else's site.

Love the update, great job Teeder! The excitement running through me makes it feel like it should be football season. 90% sure I'm making a trip out there today.

We need to rescue the bandwagoners from down south. Anything and everything will help. Plus all the things mentioned would make for a fun day at the alerus...... Like an event...... aka the Ralph. I wonder how many individuals are actually at the hockey game to watch the game. I personally know a handful of people that dislike hockey but go because it's the "thing to do". One couple has mentioned they haven't watched more then a couple periods over 7 years of attending. I think und and the alerus people can find room to assist with football team to make it an event. After all, football is the biggest sport in the business. And und now has the coach to make noise. Und and alerus now need to take the lead and be proactive. Make it happen

In heaven there is no beer.....,

I like. I had the idea of general admission on the west side. Keep the tailgating parties together.

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Spot on!! How would you suggest to get more people? Winning isn't always the answer, especially in gf. The majority of people in gf have no clue und has a football team. They need to market it and make it an event.

While I agree to a certain extent, I believe a potential recruit is not swayed by the game day music that is played, maybe more influenced by how the crowd or locals support their team, on top of many many other factors. When the game is at a stall, spectators need to step it up and make some noise. Whatever it takes is beyond me as I usually have lost my voice by the athem. Catwalk is a great place to voice your opinion at the enemy btw. For the students and younger crowd they could install new music but for anyone over 30 which is the majority of the spectators, they need a combination of old and older music. Perhaps one of the most influential moments for a player is the intro. It sets the stage. This is their time. When they are standing in the tunnel, adrenaline flowing through their veins and nerves that are sky high, they want to rush the field to the thousands that are there to cheer them on. The fans should erupt inducing a hair raising experience. Everybody feeding off of each other. Win win situation. This is where they need to get the players inputs on what they would like. Similar as to when a boxer is entering the ring, he plays the music he wants.

Agreed on all the recommendations. How about now that they have a mascot, have a hawk 'work' the crowd. It would keep the kids interest, smiles on peoples faces and at times when the crowd should be noticed, he would be the instigator. He could give Mark Kalk a run for his money Hell, even though it's so "80s ", bring back the wave. How about cowbells ( need more cowbells). Towel waving? Yes very old timer of me, but it might spark an idea for something else. The alerus folk need help. We should send them a intro video for Virginia tech!!! You want goose bumps??? That will do it. You will see 80 yr old women acting like 30 yr olds, literally everyone is involved. Having experienced it live, I can tell you that you hear the noise with your bones not your ears. The absolute best thing was the chant back an forth with the opposite bleachers......crazy!! "LETS GO........HOKIES..........LETS GO........HOKIES......LETS GO........ HOKIES!!!!! Juiced for the rest of the game.

Absolutely. Many times last year while even standing on the catwalk I missed the intro, only to turn around as the players were near the sidelines. Frustrating! I would love for the student side to be general admission. I have designated seats but will not sit there as I have gotten into to much trouble standing and cheering. Catwalk it is. How great would it be to get that collective group or groups of friends that love to cheer and not be worried by the next chair person being irritate. Old memorial east section was genrral admission and was a blast

Yes. Yes. And yes. Oh dear lord I will never get over the loss of Grady!!! With his combination of size and speed he moved anyone anywhere anything...damn! What he did as a true freshman is simply amazing!! The o line will be talented, just going to take many games for them gel and get the experience as a collective group to where they need to be. Und has talented defensive backs that can run with and be hooked up with the wrs, just simply lack the fundamentals. Frustrating. I personally see a big big improvement. I hope so anyways. Two of my big concerns were the punt return and the kickoff return teams. Need returners that have a great feel for the game and have the quickness to excel. Someone with a kamikaze mind frame would do! Ok, not necessarily but just sprinkle in a little crazy. A major nemisis last year was kickoff team. Many teams returned a good amount of yards against us last year. Need to shore it up. Special teams are very crucial as they can lose or win many games. Very underrated. A good portion of field possession is usually dictated by the special teams.

Miami hurricanes don't need marketing to take off. Most fbs teams dont need marketing to take off. A fcs team from North Dakota that has done nothing since becoming a d1 member less then a decade ago needs marketing. Considering we have a new coach that's bleeds Kelly green and because of that fu$&@&$ team to the south, und needs marketing. Bandwagoners, I believe, would like to come back and cheer on und more then they do the other team. Theyre on the bandwagon, so the smallest of things sways their mind. For us true fans, which there are plenty, I could watch und at hallock and be happy, it's the bandwagoners that need something else to show up. Winning doesn't always keep people in the seats, so you need to occupy them with something "special". Thats why they have marketing. Ideas!! Winning obviously helps but und and the alerus has done ZERO to attract the not so hard core fan. Give them a reason to go! Start with educating the people about the conference teams. Southern utah is more then a direction in a state, it's a fb team that made the playoffs and play in the big sky! We no longer play augustana and mankato. Hype up the teams that not only will play at the alerus but the ones on he road as well. We now have the product and coach to compete with 95% of the teams in fcs and they are winning. A year away from doing special things. It's time the "marketing team " acknowledges und has a football team! I might add that I hope the students could spare a couple hours of their busy Saturdays to actually attend a game. That was incredible when they showed up and you could hear them. Miss those days