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Thank you, Zach. And, well, wouldn’t you know? … the transfer portal ain’t all that bad after all. R-E-L-A-X. Continue to support UND. 701 awards. 1883 sports.

That’s not true. Apples to oranges. Schobert was a walk on for UND and never signed his letter of intent. Riffle signed a letter to play for UND. “And if not for a last-minute phone call from former Wisconsin coach Bret Bielema in July 2012 asking Schobert to consider a walk-on spot with the Badgers, he would have been headed for North Dakota of the FCS -- also as a walk-on.” Source: ESPN

There’s a match going on right now in the collective so there will be more than 45 g by the time the January transfer window comes around; and also with the revenue sharing now for this cycle I would anticipate, per sources, UND will have 6 figures plus of revenue sharing from UND for the roster. We’re in good shape, but this is competition folks, ya’ll need to still contribute some if you want UND to continue to excel and take it to the next level. Have to compete and ultimately better those arrogant a**holes in Fargo ag college. Again, nothing to do with deep pockets, it’s the action itself that counts ($25-50 per month is all, but if you can give more that’s great) and, as such, getting all the UND masses unified in this movement and opportunity.

No, not until the next transfer portal window. He’ll at least be at UND one season.

Every college athletics program will lose supporters due to the direction we’re on. The program(s) that lose the least will be most successful. War of attrition is where we’re at unfortunately with collegiate athletics. Despite all of that, college football is at an all time high in terms of popularity and revenue generated. As such, it’s not all doom and gloom. Need to rationalize everything somewhere in the middle. As is the case with most things, it’s not as good nor as bad as it seems.

Not a personally directed comment. Just a generality: we may not like the current state of collegiate athletics, but you still have an opportunity to be generous and make a difference. Not doing so, regardless of your stance, puts UND at a competitive disadvantage.

If you want to help the cause and contribute to the success of the program/organization, then it’s reasonable to feel compelled to be generous and contribute, rather than being callous towards it. With that said, the lack of regulation is where I (and many others) have an issue. It distorts competitive equality. In the NFL, there is a salary cap, meaning if you did theoretically donate to the Vikings payroll to help out the Wilfs, they could still only use so much to pay the players. Right now, in college football, there is no salary cap. That lack of regulation is the priority problem right now, not the issue of student-athletes being rightfully payed some for their services/entertainment value.

Unfortunately this also lends itself to the argument that we need a new direction offensively since Fruechte has connected himself to that position. I know it may sound like these things are not mutually exclusive (in other words we could keep Fruechte as OC and just hire a QB coach) but I believe they are in fact mutually exclusive. Another issue is that in this day and age audibles out of calls is entirely on the OC/play caller and not on the QB/QB coach. UND’s OC has the ability to run a check with me at the line, seeing what the front and coverage alignment (2 high vs 1 high) will be and then adjust from there. If that is not happening, then it’s on the OC, not the QB. Not to mention the OC is controversially on the field and not in the box where many play callers are located for strategic purposes. Just my 2 cents. We will see …

Bubba did not make it further in 2020/2021 Covid-19 asterisk season (lost in second round just like 2025). Made it to same point. And 2016 UND didn’t win a playoff game; 2025 UND won a playoff game. Schmidt led UND to arguably most successful division I season in just one season. Year two will be massive …

Offense needs to improve. You aren’t the only ones aware of this. It will improve.

Yes, there are NIL contracts that are ADDITIONAL to the scholarship contracts that @southpaw is referencing. UND uses these NIL contacts as well, as the current staff brought UND football up to speed (former staff with Bubba had no clue) … Complex new world we live in now. The wild, wild West … Its even further changed since the House Settlement allowing revenue sharing …

Oh boy … the legend of Clive just keeps growing …

Not on you, just a pet peeve of mine with the whole fascination over Clives Georges. But we all agree, whether amateurs on here or the actual coaches doing the work, need more playmakers on offense that can make guys miss and get more yardage than what is designed. We get that going, and then the offense will naturally take off.

Throw in a top tier QB too… although I think we’re more likely to get better at QB via HS quarterbacks and development then what we could get from the overpriced transfer portal at QB

Which NFL team did Clive Georges play on? Let’s stop acting like our recruiting 10 years ago was the standard. We need to recruit and develop offensive skill position student-athletes that we’ve never had before in Grand Forks. It can be done, but needs to be a new standard. Need to recruit kids that are NFL-caliber at offensive skill positions … and can’t have just one. Injury bug hurt Clive Georges… ideally need 2-3 playmakers of that caliber so defense can’t take just one away

And forward progress has been stopped. Really an inexcusable call.

Isaac Fruechte has never played or coached at Bemidji but I see what you’re claiming …

Who is from bemidji?

Embarrassing.

ESPN has noticeably stepped up its FCS playoffs national coverage. Broadcasts are solid, it’s very nice. Will be an excellent spotlight and platform for UND and Grand Forks next season ……..

It was a very tough loss that turned the season around for UND … team didn’t look the same afterwards, at least offensively.

Well deserved. Good riddance Tarleton … serves them right.

Very good addition. Just the start …

Wait until after the transfer portal period ends in late January to speculate … UND’s roster is nowhere near complete at this point. For college football in 2026, the NCAA has established a single, condensed transfer portal window from January 2 to January 16, 2026, eliminating the previous spring window for all players, including graduate transfers, to create more order, though activity is already happening behind the scenes. Teams can host recruits and have staff out on the road for traditional recruiting during this period as well. Key Details for the 2026 Window: Dates: January 2 – January 16, 2026. Unified Window: This is the only window for all players (FBS/FCS), removing the separate spring window. Graduate Transfers: No longer have year-round access; they must use the Jan. 2-16 window. Coaching Changes: A new 15-day clock for transfers starts only if a coaching hire occurs after January 2. Activity: Despite the official start, the portal is already busy with players entering and deals being struck before January 2. I would advise those who want UND football to compete for championships to contribute: 701 Award 1883 Sports Not a deep pocket thing at all. $25 or $50 goes a long way. Save on drinks at a bar or eating out at a restaurant just one time and redirect to UND football.

Lots of bad advice out there now. Lots of “agents” with no credentials trying to make a quick dime off these kids. Which is why, unless you’re getting 7 figures from a power 4 school, you stay. Would be wise to return, as I’ve posted ad nauseam on here. Making some quick cash is nothing if your future (including pro prospects) isn’t protected. Don’t become a pawn. Stay with those who care and will develop you. UND’s football facilities and staff are now some of the best - if not the best - in all of FCS football, including ag college of Fargo. Take advantage of that. No unnecessary risk.