Midwestern Hawk
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4 minutes ago, SiouxBoys said:
Congrats on having an opinion. Really bold of you. Stunning and brave.
Back at you!
If you want me to talk strictly as a fan, I will tell you that we will pull of an upset in Lincoln, win every game and then beat the Bison in Fargo and Bubba will be coach of the year. How's that.
If you want to get an opinion on the difference coaching makes in football, how about you ask Matt Stafford.
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4 minutes ago, SiouxBoys said:
Who are you arguing with? The Bison play was terrible for sure. I'm pointing out the obvious hypocrisy in getting mad about bringing up a certain play when that's all some of you have done for the past 5 months.
Coaching is supreme in football and within reason much more important than talent. Based on last fall, IMO, we will never have enough talent to overcome the coaching problems.
Take a look at this falls schedule, what would your over/under be on wins?
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8 minutes ago, SiouxBoys said:
"Complains about cherry picking a certain play."
"Proceeds to cherry pick the same Bison play for the 358th time"
It was the biggest play in UND football over the last 15 years at least and likely changed the trajectory of the the game, the season, Bubba career and UND football in general. As for the first fumble at MSU, did we forget it was a trick play involving a guy who had missed a bunch of practice and a game or two over the preceeding month?
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25 minutes ago, SWSiouxMN said:
What about Ziebarth?
He's part of the mix to me, Smith is the guy who can be "the guy" IMO. Need him to continue and develop and stay healthy.
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1 hour ago, AJS said:
The Spring 2021 Offense was solid and they took a pretty big step back Fall 2021. The only difference in personnel was losing 3 O-Line starters with virtually no off season. With Christian / Lavell returning, my indicator will be who is starting at Guard this Fall. If those spots are taken by the transfers, I'll take that as a really good sign that this unit will be taking a step forward.
How is RB a question mark?
RB is a question mark only from a durability aspect to me. I think we have a couple of capable guys, just not sure they can handle 25 carries a game over 11-15 games. The other part of our offensive regression last fall is there is lots and lots of film out there of Tommy and our offensive scheme.
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22 minutes ago, Irish said:
All of the resources in the world wouldn't make Bubba a better game coach - his crappy coaching led directly to our losing season last year. So this is what we want for our Football program? What's worse is that not being able to properly manage a game or clock seems to be hard baked into him. I expect zero improvement in this area for next season.
Will our personnel ever be good enough to overcome these deficiencies? Does FCS talent exist on any team, good enough to overcome these deficiencies? After last fall, these are very real questions.
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13 hours ago, UND-FB-FAN said:
UND just extended a coach coming off a 5-6 losing season….
This program/athletic department is an embarrassment. Pathetic. Not impressed by this move.
My feelings too.
With better coaching last fall, that team is a seeded playoff team and makes a very deep run in the playoffs.
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11 hours ago, shep said:
Brought in a couple of big bodies on the OL who have game experience. Plus other returners have game experience.
Smith looked really good in his touches last year, Mitchell is back and I'm blanking on the other OB who had a 100 yard game.
Maag will prove he's a draft worthy this year.
Hope you are right. Overall I don't see the OL being much different with possible improvement at a couple positions and big shoes to fill at LT. Smith and Mitchell could make us forget about Otis, both need to stay on the field. I agree on Maag, could be a real difference maker.
The offense needs to be better, not sure how the defense doesn't see some drop off, especially early. Lots of holes to fill on D.
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Just now, Irish said:
To be fair we "day by dayed it all of last year"
The beginning of the second half @USD, the NDSU game 4th down and a few other key moments, I think it could be described as "minute by minute" or even "second by second".
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45 minutes ago, AJS said:
Just to get a little conversation going. What is everyone's expectations for this team offensively next year? A unit that was very inconsistent. From what we know so far, they lose the following from Fall 2021.
- O-Line (3): Waletzko, Ghadaksaz, Langstaff
- RB (2): Weah, Clemetson
- TE (1): Riviere
- WR (3): Boltmann, Richter, Odom
It all starts up front as everyone knows. I think they did really well in the transfer portal in the interior as well only losing three from last Fall. Do others think that outside of RB, that every other offensive positional group should be better Fall of 2022 then it was Fall of 2021?
Note: I would give nod to 2021 for RB since Weah is that good, but I still look at the 2022 RB room as a strength.
After last fall I really have trouble getting excited about the offense at all. Would be awesome for Danny and the offense to rebound in a big way. Just not sure I see it right now. RB is a question mark, OL is a huge question mark, QB will be the same.
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44 minutes ago, Oxbow6 said:
Not one bit surprised by this. Kind of disappointed. UND once again hit the......
This is very disappointing. What happens if there is regression from last fall? Looking at this fall's schedule it is not hard to imagine UND getting off to a less than "good" start. Which of the first 5 games would UND be favored in today?
@Nebraska
Northern Iowa
@Northern Arizona
@Southern Illinois
Missouri State
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7 hours ago, geaux_sioux said:
@Midwestern Hawkvs @J Brad Swagg in a debate! Not sure what they would debate but I’m sure @Midwestern Hawk could come up with something
How about UND QB play...
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51 minutes ago, siouxfan512 said:
Bubba has absolutely not earned an extension at this point in time. What he did last spring was awesome! Winning and beating some really solid teams in a very unorthodox season. Had he carried that momentum and top 5/10 ranking into the fall season I would have a different opinion. But the most consistent thing about Bubba's tenure at UND has been inconsistency.
It has been well documented on this message board, but if you look at how close UND was to winning almost all of their games this year its ridiculous. The opportunity was right there for them to springboard off of last years performance. Now some of those mistakes are on players, but there were plenty on the coaches.
I'm not sure where to put the blame on the redzone turnovers. Initially, that has to be on the players, right? But after seeing so many of them, and that problem continue throughout the season, what is the coaching staff doing to adjust? Whether it is the playcalling, the specific players, or the mentality. Same with some of those end of game fumbles with Otis. Though, I believe we called a direct snap on one, which we had never called before. That's not an excuse for fumbling, but if you really trust you back (which they did all game), why try to trick someone for a yard or two? If you don't get it, just punt and play some D. Then there is the NDSU game, which I will not get over until we finally beat them UND (defense specifically) played their a$$es off, and Bubba blows it with one of the dumbest calls I've ever seen, and literally hands them 3 critical points.
Is everything Bubba's fault? Of course not. Does he deserve a contract extension based on his performance? Absolutely not. Lets see how this coming season plays out, but without a decent playoff run, it has to be time to move on to someone who can take the next step.
Man, I'm ready for some more football chatter.
I love Bubba, but your synopsis of his tenure, and last season in particular, is spot on, so inconsistent. IMO, need to clean up your list and win at least one playoff game, or no extension.
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On 2/22/2022 at 1:50 PM, nodak651 said:
I agree. Kinda blurry but this was in the lease agreement that UND presented to the NDUS at it's October meeting. There are additional offices, on the second floor, above the green highlighted area in the plan (which will likely change to some degree). The original plan for phase two would have been ideal, and although I don't necessarily agree with all of the decisions that have been made, this project, in its entirety, will still be great for the program.
Thanks!
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37 minutes ago, nodak651 said:
Memorial Village
Do not understand this. Should have been in Phase 2 and had the other coaches in Memorial village.
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On 2/20/2022 at 10:52 AM, nodak651 said:
The local paper hasn't mentioned this , but UND posted something about Phase two on the state procurement website, in January.
I would think this means the start of construction is nearing for phase two of the Pollard/HPC, but I'm not aware of the official process UND has for this sort of thing. Included in the RFQ posted on the procurement website are new floorplans, which are not final, but they are fun to look at.
The UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS for
Construction Manager at Risk for Fritz Pollard Jr. Second Phase
RFQ #111-2022
RELEASE DATE: January 27, 2022
DUE DATE: February 24, 2022, at 3:00 PM CST
Purpose of RFQ: This Request for Qualifications is released by the University of North Dakota Procurement Services Department on behalf of the University of North Dakota Department of Facilities Management. UND Department of Facilities Management will be responsible for managing the design and construction of the proposed project on behalf of University of North Dakota.
Description: The Project generally consists of: This project is to construct the addition to the existing Fritz Pollard Jr. Athletic Center. The addition is to include locker rooms, weight room, training facilities, and associated support spaces. Also, anticipated in the scope of work is the reconstruction of the outdoor practice facility which includes artificial turf field and running track, as well as modifications to the existing Fritz Pollard Jr. Athletic Center to incorporate additional programming and increase space utilization. Site work required to accommodate new facilities, renovated facilities, and required utility services. This scope of work is subject to change based on the funds UND Alumni Foundation receives.Project Requirements:
• The Project Budgeted Direct Construction Cost is approximately $24 Million, actual budget may vary (excluding CMaR Fees, CMaR Construction Contingency, design and other associated fees, furniture and equipment, and other “soft” costs).
• The Project Commencement Date shall be upon approval of fundraising goals from the UND Alumni Association.
• The Project Completion Date will be determined when funds have been raised.
• The CMaR is required to be licensed in the State of North Dakota with a “Class A” license and must comply with all requirements listed in ND Century Code Chapter 43-07.***for full resolution/size, right click the pictures an click "open link in new tab"
Where are offices for the football staff?
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9 minutes ago, AJS said:
Another general question. Has a school ever hired an up and coming coach and hit a home run? That coach uses the school as a stepping stone, builds the program up and then leaves it in a better position then when they started? Hypothetically, that could happen, right? My building frustration is that scenario seems impossible to happen at UND.
How did UND get here? Optics wise it seems like NDSU / SDSU has nothing but money and UND can't afford anything. It's so sad what this athletic department has become.
Only way that changes is to beat NDSU on the field. WIn and the $ will follow.
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Anyone have any idea when spring practice begins? Any schedule? Would love to make it up for a practice or two if they are open.
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21 hours ago, Sioux94 said:
No it's not 100% certain he would have done better, but I would absolutely bet we would have more than 1 playoff win in 9 years under Deboer. Bubba completely wasted 5 years with Rudy. We didn't have the 1983 Washington Redskins OL to run Rudy ball and make it work. At a minumum he kept Rudy 1-2 years too long. I can also pretty much guarantee Deboer wouldn't have run a fake punt QB sneak with 2 yards to go.....with the lead.....from his own 20 in a defensive battle...when the opponent was in a goaline defense.
Deboer likely wouldn't be at where he is at if he came to UND. He would have spent at least probably 5 years or so at UND, then taken an FBS position somewhere. Fortunately for him he didn't get the job, pretty amazing how his career path ended up turning out after that. I agree though, you never know on the younger coaches......but in his case....we definitely missed out. I honestly don't know how it could be argued otherwise, and I'm not a Bubba hater.
Good points. Bubba is a great ambassador for UND. His record says he is an average to slightly above average head football coach. Deboer's record says something else and that there is a much higher upside. If Bubba coaches at UND another five years he will likely make the playoffs 1-2 more times and we will have a minimum of 3 wins a season and a maximum of 8 wins and very likely lots of 6-5 and 5-6.
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3 hours ago, Bison06 said:
You lack an understanding of how time can change things. The landscape today will look nothing like what it will look like in 20 years.
You seriously think the Bison are going P5?
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13 hours ago, Bison06 said:
So had UND beaten NDSU and then NDSU had gone on to win the national championship, what would have been your conclusion about where the UND program is currently?
Of course the UND program would not be in the same spot. If UND finishes that game in Grand Forks and wins the the national championship, the UND football program is in a much different and better place. It didn't happen, and it didn't happen for the reasons UND program is where it is.
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2 hours ago, Shawn-O said:
This is pretty accurate. Outside of the Geico “he’s burping the baby” trick play, UND never sniffed the end zone.
Which was a problem all year season.
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7 minutes ago, Sioux94 said:
I agree, our coaching needs to be better. But also, all of these other coaches are getting schooled by NDSU and MSU looks silly today. Although I'm sure they would have at least put up some points if Tommy didn't go out after the first drive.
MSU needs to score on first drive. Would have made huge difference in game. Also huge downer when qb went down.
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3 minutes ago, Sioux94 said:
And all of those other coaches got their asses handed to them against NDSU when it really mattered. Do all FCS schools need new/better coaches? MSU is getting flat out embarrassed right now, even if their starting QB is out.
Watch the 10/2 game again . We went toe to toe with NDSU, same with SDSU, same with every FCS game we lost what’s the difference?
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Last fall was the most painful UND football season I can remember.