Here is statement from Chaves. I guess it was too much to expect him to outline a real strategy but this seems pretty generic and timid.
"North Dakota State’s move to the FBS and the Mountain West is a significant decision for their institution. At UND, our priority remains building nationally competitive programs that are sustainable, fiscally responsible and aligned with who we are. We continue to be proud members of the best FCS conference in the nation. College athletics is evolving rapidly, but our focus is steady: serving our student-athletes, strengthening UND’s national profile and positioning this university for continued long-term success.”