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If he is willing to outplay Brady or John or Austin for playing time, that is awesome! Hope we see more of John at WR and a Brady/James backfield with some Austin mixed in.

I believe that rumor was confirmed in a different thread. Not only will Phil be returning to Grand Forks, but he will also be donating a new on-campus stadium for the football team.

Not going to disagree with that. I guess a lot of it comes down to who is available as well. Like I said, I don't know much about basketball, but you definitely want to get the "right" guy. Replacing Jones, just to replace him, isn't necessarily a good move either.

I'm hoping the football team is there in numbers. They do a great job of getting the crowd into it. Of course that will obviously draw ridicule from Fargo, as they will point out that our Football players have plenty of time on their hands since they aren't playing .... puke

True, though I haven't gotten too into the women's team in a while. Its hard to follow and watch everything.

I've said it multiple times that I am not a great basketball mind, but I've never been totally sold on Jones. He's put a few nice season together, and certainly brought in some fun players. Huff, Hooker, Nash, etc. I do hope he does well and can stick around, because it does suck to have to start over, new recruits, new style of play and so on. I guess we'll know more as the season moves forward.

haha, well there were a few who though UND was good, but most seemed to be of the opinion that UND was bad, and NDSU was really bad. Which like I said, could look completely different in a week. Just realized that Saturday's game is on at 7, so its looking like the second weekend in a row where I'll be dragging a second TV into my living room. Basketball on 1 tv via Roku, and Hockey on the other (since the game will be on Fox College Sports). Would be really great to see UND beat UNI, especially after the beat down we got last year. Also lost to them in the CIT a few years ago. We have the team to stay competitive, but need a more typical game from Q.

Bisonville is pretty funny right now. Half melt down about the fact that they lost; with some that can't believe they got smoked by "a very bad UND team". Pretty funny really. I'm not saying that we are Duke or Kentucky (obviously), but this is a pretty experience team, with some good leaders. I would call them outstanding (yet), but to think they are a flat out bad team is pretty funny. At least some posters are reasonable. It was one game, and yes they Bison looked terrible (other than Werner), but let's see how they respond next week. If NDSU comes to GF and does that to us, the whole conversation changes. I do think NDSU is going to come out with a lot more energy, especially right away. UND needs to weather the storm and keep it tight early. Need to stay out of foul trouble and get Hooker going. I'll take UND to win, but I don't think it will be the blowout that it was last night.

Not sure about Brown yet. McDermott really only had a coupletter light out games, but was never as consistent as I had hoped. I think he would have gotten to be that real threat, but Brown could turn into that too. great win and a ton of fun. Don't just beat Fargo in Two weeks, beat them by at least the same margin.

Not sure what the problem was here. I believe Rhett was already skating away after (probably) taking some verbal abuse from the BC guy. That would be an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. Then you have this goon trying to take his helmet off on the ice, which would be delay of game, or possible unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. I also suspect that the BC player was actually wearing a Fighting Sioux t-shirt under his pads. A name a logo the NCAA frowns upon. He should probably be suspended for being hostile and abusive. Basically, Jerry York needs to lose the eye patch, open his eyes, and get his players under control.

We really have nobody to blame but ourselves. Go back to the South Dakota game, and then the NAU game .... We put all sorts of tape out there for Richmond to watch on "How to make a comeback". Clearly, this is why we lost Still hurts, but now my attention shifts from football and hockey to hockey and basketball. The FCS playoffs will be over soon enough and we can forget about this (....until the NCAA sends the NDSU banner to GF by mistake .... just kidding .... I hope). But seriously, onto next season. This year was a big step forward, and while it would have been nice to take another step by winning in the playoffs, the team and staff just needs to keep doing what they are doing. Keep on building.

Cratter must know more about Tomek's development and potential than most of us from watching him play so much. I say wait it out. If the kid leaves, he will show his potential or lack there of in the minors. If he stays, then maybe we have a shot to see him next year. He is young, so I'm not sure why they don't redshirt him to extend his eligibility (just in case). Its not like he is sitting behind a couple of slouches. He is behind a older, more experience, national champion goaltender. As for Hyrinkiw, he has more than earned his spot as the back up based on what we saw last season when he was called upon. Also, not as though Tomek is just warming the bench and handing out water bottles. He is getting valuable practice time on one of the best teams in the country, and learning from Goehring who's contribution cannot be overlooked. Hopefully Tomek see the value in what he is getting, and sticks it out. If he were the kind of guy that thinks the job should just be handed to him based on his precollege hype or draft status, then by all means, walk away and see how you do in the pros. There is a reason that even guys like Oshie, Boeser, Parise, etc played more than 1 season in college. It is valuable experience and development. I'm not sure anyone other than the coaches are in a position to say that Tomek is a bust, or that he has the makings to be a star. Its all potential and what ifs, until he gets some consistent ice time. Throw him out there before he is ready and he may look as bad as Cam did his first time on the ice, and look how that turned around.

Nope, I thought you made sense. If my team was playing outdoors, I would still probably go too, but I'd certainly be much more likely to go, and much much more likely to bring my family to an indoor game.

Its should also be notes that in addition to Grady coming back next season, Phil Jackson will be coming back to Grand Forks to take over as Men's basketball coach, and will be donating a new on campus football stadium. Good times for UND!

I'm with you there. When I think back to some of those things I half laugh and half cringe (and sometimes just cover my face in shame)

I'm not a fan of the F&$k the Gophers chant either. Though it was funny in college. Now realize its dumb, classless and unimaginative. Nevertheless, its going to happen, so its best to just ignore it and watch the game.

Pretty crazy to see that they got what they did considering 8-9k fans traveled to New York for the hockey game. Granted, not all of those fans traveled from Grand Forks, but if you could even get 2-4k of that group to go to football games, UND football attendance would be in a great position. We still wouldn't match the Bison's attendance, but that will likely never happen. Not that it should be about matching what NDSU fan output is, so much as maximizing UND's output potential. Making a playoff run would certainly have helped. Best UND can do now is go out and try to repeat their success on the field next season.

No way, we'll be asking about when the Grady Train is coming back to the station for at least the next 15 years. I hear he has been working out like crazy and will be back strong and faster

Might as well give him a shot. I'm sick of watching Seibel back there.

Here is my first quick assessment of non-conference play for next season. Would like to head into conference play 3-0 next season with an FBS win, but 2-1 would still be really solid. Another 1-2 start would be detrimental to our season, and while we overcame it this season, I’m not going to bank on us going back to back undefeated conference season. Of course it is possible, but it would be best for the team to avoid putting themselves in that kind of position. @ Utah (8-4) *Heading into the Foster Farms bowl against Indiana I don't know a lot about Utah, but they appear to be a team that plays a lot of close games. Looking over their schedule from last season they seem to play quite a few close games. They do return their QB, who will be a senior for the Utes, but lose 3 of their 4 top receiving threats. Williams appears to be a threat on the ground, as well as through the air, so hopefully UND can keep him in check. Utah does lose their top RB, but has a few young guys, who will likely split time. Sophomore Armand Shyne had 78 attempts for 392 yards and 4 TDs, while Freshman Zack Moss had 78 attempts for 384 yards and 2 TDs. The Utah defense has 17 interceptions in 2016 (prior to their bowl game), but appear to be similar to UND in that they give up yards, but capitalize on turnovers. Their pass defense is ranked 8 of 12 in the PAC 12 (256 yards per game), while their rush defense is second in the PAC 12 (129 yards per game) behind Washington. Their special teams appears to be a strength, which is something UND will need to strengthen, as we have witnessed this past weekend. Utah also had the most sacks in the PAC 12 with 40 this past season, so our O-Line will need to come up big to start the season, and Keaton will need to be ready to move. Winning the turnover battle and TOP would be big in this one. Utah will be much tougher the Bowling Green was this year, but when UND brings their A game, they can compete with anyone. It all comes down to which UND team shows up. Key Returners JR. Troy Williams (QB): 196/367 for 2579 yards. 7 Interceptions/15 Touchdowns. 102 Rush Attempts for 393 Yards and 5 Touchdowns. SO. Raelon Singelton (WR): 26 Receptions for 454 yards. 4 Touchdowns JR. Marcus Williams (DB): 4 Interceptions, 59 Tackles (42 Solo, 17 Assist), 2 Forced Fumbles, 2 Fumble Recoveries. SO. Chase Hansen (DB): 3 Interceptions, 86 Tackles (50 Solo, 38 Assist), 3 Forced Fumbles, 3 Fumble Recoveries. Key Departures SR. Tim Patrick (WR): 43 Receptions for 684 Yards. 5 Touchdowns. SR. Cory Butler-Byrd (WR): 29 Receptions for 372 Yards. 0 Touchdowns. SR Evan Moeai (TE): 22 Receptions for 308 Yards. 2 Touchdowns. SR Joe Williams (RB): 184 Attempts for 1213 Yards. 9 Touchdowns. SR Brian Allen (DB): 4 Interceptions Play to Win, Stay Competitive, Stay Healthy Missouri State (4-7) Last place in the MVFC Missouri State started their season much stronger this year, but dwindled as the year went on. They do lose senior QB Brodie Lambert, but return their top 3 pass catching threats; as well as their top two running backs. It is worth noting that Breck Ruddick was the backup this season and did see some playing time going 34 of 52 for 424 yards and 4 TDs with 1 INT. Biggest loss for Missouri State is stud LB Dylan Cole, but outside of him and the QB position, they appear to retain quite a few pieces. There is not much to get excited about with team in any statistical category, as they rank near the bottom of the MVFC in just about everything. This is a game UND should win, and should win with some style points; BUT if UND starts the season slow like in 2015 then all bets are off and this could be a nailbiter. That being said, we retain a lot of talent, and host this in the Alerus (Let’s get a little revenge for the beating we took a few years ago). Limit the mental mistakes and penalties, and this could get ugly J Key Returners: JR Malik Earl (WR): 41 Receptions for 534 Yards. 3 Touchdowns. JR Deion Holliman (WR) 30 Receptions for 246 Yards. 3 Touchdowns. JR Erik Furmanek (TE) 27 Receptions for 245 Yards. 5 Touchdowns. SO Jason Randall (RB): 121 Attempts for 491 Yards. 2 Touchdowns. JR Calan Crowder (RB): 76 Attempts for 370 Yards. 4 Touchdowns. JR Colby Isbell (DE): 6.5 Sacks, with another 6 QB hurries. 1 Forced Fumble. Key Departures. SR Brodie Lambert (QB): 147/262 for 1691 Yards. 14 Interceptions/18 Touchdowns. 69 Rush Attempts for 263 Yards. SR Dylan Cole (LB): 142 Tackles (85 Solo, 57 Assist). 8 TFL. 2 Interceptions 3 Forced Fumbles. STUD. @ South Dakota (4-7) 7th place in the MVFC This one makes me a little nervous, because it is a game we need to win, but could certainly be close, as these games usually are. We are on the road. AND The Yotes players will certainly remember what happened in GF in 2016. Streveler is a machine and is what gets this offense going. USD returns several younger receivers, all of which had nice contributions in 2016. Streveler seems to spread the ball out quite a bit, but is huge with taking off and running. Unfortunately, this could be another shoot out kind of a game, unless UND can control Streveler. USD showed how potent their offense could be, but ranked last in the MVFC in total defense. No need to elaborate too much on this team; we saw them this season, we know what they are capable of, and we know just how important this game is to our final record next season. Safe to say that USD is more talented than their 2016 record showed, and we have to play them on the road. This would be a very important win before heading into conference play. Key Returners: JR Chris Streveler (QB): 164 of 273 for 1947 Yards and 22 TDs. 9 Interceptions. 161 Rush Attempts for 950 yards and 9 Touchdowns. Trystn Ducker (WR): 26 Receptions for 274 Yards and 1 TD T. Carpenter (WR): 24 Receptions for 380 Yards and 5 TDs Randy Baker (WR): 24 Receptions for 142 Yards Alonge Brooks (WR): 22 Receptions for 384 Yards and 5 TDs Key Departures: SR Trevor Bouma (RB): 190 Attempts for 708 Yards and 4 Touchdowns. SR Jet Moreland (LB): 106 Tackles (60 solo, 46 assist), 1 Forced Fumble

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I get what you are saying, and yeah, there are multiple areas we could have won that game. making the first FG. Not blowing that turnover. etc. Situationally, not running Oliveira late and passing at the end was a coaching issue, not an execution issue and it did cost us. I'm a Bubba fan (big time) but he has to know what rudolph is doing? and get the final say? right? I guess I just don't understand what they where trying to do late. it didn't make sense.

I think this actually hurts worse.

They whole organization better figure it out in the offseason. much tougher schedule next season and if we can't figure out how to play a full game, we'll be the NAU of next season. Glad we made the playoffs, but to finish it like that is so unacceptable. I'm just at a loss right now. it hurts.

Seriously did Oliveira get hurt? why didn't he get the ball at all late? I just don't understand why I run first team was passing (ineffectively) with the lead.