Siouxperman8

agree. Amazing there is that much difference between the top 3 or 4 and the rest of FCS. Looks like Vegas had it right with the point spreads. MSU -14 SDSU -18.5 USD -3.5 NDSU -22.5

In 2023 only about 45% of fb players who entered the portal found new teams. It’ll be worse this year.

The long snapper and holder are underrated in importance to the kicking game. On place kicks it is the difference between the kicker starting his swing before he has a target or starting with ball already in place. It is a big deal. Neuberger was so solid he mostly went unnoticed and that's a good thing. It is great to get him back.

I like this but I guess it rules out Luke from coming back.

The article doesn't give any names. Says doing interviews Wed and Thurs for key positions. Have to go thru university hiring process and expect to have 8 of 10 positions finalized in the next 5-6 days.

I looked up the U of MN staff to see what they have for recruiting coordinators. I admit I was surprised by the number of people assigned to recruiting. There are 9 here plus a few others that may fall under the same umbrella. Director of Player Personnel - in his bio it calls him the recruiting coordinator. Director of Recruiting / Minnesota High School Liaison Director of Recruiting Operation Director of Recruiting Management Director of On-Campus Recruiting Assistant Director of Player Personnel Assistant Director of On-Campus Recruiting Assistant for Recruiting and Administration Coordinator of Recruiting Operations

In the interview with UNDfootball360 he talks about going thru the formality of the hiring rules. Sounded like it will take a week or two but is bringing in a number of new people.

I’m guessing you’re right and most have been decided. I’m curious to find out and wonder when we’ll know.

I wasn't able to listen to the entire things. Did this get asked?

Granted this is based on one video and my general impression but it looks like UND went with completely different personality from Bubba. Fiery vs. more measured. There is a general impression is that NFL teams go with the opposite approach from the coach they are moving on from. The last number of Vikings coaches really seem to follow that pattern. Burns - Green - Tice - Childress - Frazier - Zimmer - O'Connell

I have the same thought of 'give me one more year of eligibility' every home game during the Hawk Walk when the team walks through the tailgating area with the band playing on both sides of them. Then I quickly remember that I'm in my 60's and I grab another beer, something to eat, and relax.

Keaton Studsrud weighs in.

The continuous improvement motto gives me flashbacks to my days working in manufacturing engineering. Was a consistent message for our company. It is interesting to see it applied to a fb team also but it makes sense.

Just went and watched it. No argument here. Some very impressive throws.

When do people think we’ll hear about the staff? Maybe some positions on Wednesday?

My earlier comments weren't directed at you. It's been stated a number of times on this board that we don't want a HC that isn't looking to move up in a few years. That isn't a bad plan but there are a lot of coaches who have been successful in their 'dream jobs' too.

That is definitely true but we'd take his last 2 seasons.

I don't buy into the theory that not moving up is necessarily a bad thing. You don't have to look beyond Stig at SDSU (26 years) and Nielson (9) at USD to see coaches with longer tenures having big success at the FCS level.

Could be but I thought it was a big black mark if you stayed anywhere more than 5 years. Shows you lack ambition.

I like the Schmidt pick and he must have interviewed well. Tibesar has very long list of experience too and I'm guessing was strongly considered. Years ago I asked one of his relatives about the possibility of him coming back but at that time his career and salary were beyond what UND could offer. Since he left UND: Kansas State (2006) Special teams coordinator Kansas State (2007–2008) Defensive coordinator & defensive backs coach Montreal Alouettes (2009–2010) Linebackers coach Montreal Alouettes (2011) Defensive coordinator & linebackers coach Purdue (2012) Defensive coordinator & linebackers coach Chicago Bears (2013) Linebackers coach Northwestern (2014) Defensive consultant Wisconsin (2015–2016) Outside linebackers coach Wisconsin (2017) Defensive run game coordinator & outside linebackers coach Oregon State (2018–2021) Defensive coordinator & outside linebackers coach Akron (2022–present) Defensive coordinator & linebackers coach

I hope it's released soon cuz otherwise I'll be checking back here every time I wake up during the night.

Dosch isn't UND grad (Dickinson St) but has had multiple stints coaching at UND.

I hit up my friend with an inside source and to see if he'd give a hint, even regarding timing. He said his guy is tight lipped and not sharing anything.

Nice to see so much interest and passion for UND football although it’s the same 8-10 of us commenting over and over.

Cuz it’s anonymous so everyone can be an expert.