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So you’re suggesting you know better than the coaching staff? That’s a bold move, especially on this website. If you think Ketteringham is the reason UND lost to Washington, Idaho State, and/or Weber State, AND it’s not the defense, special teams, offensive linemen, or skill position players making mistakes also, AND the schemes and play-calling is already at a winning level, then sure, I guess go with Zimmerman. The thing is, UND did not lose 3 games because of solely Ketteringham. UND did lose 3 games because multiple players and coaches did not execute their job to the level needed. UND does not currently have the offensive coaching, schemes, and play-calling for quarterbacks to put up big numbers and play mistake free football. So, all things considered, Zimmerman going in wouldn’t change anything major. Don’t play musical chairs with quarterbacks - that NEVER works and I’m steadfast on that. Allow Ketteringham to grow in the Rudolph offense (if that’s possible) and continue to gain valuable experience.

UND needs to win the next three to keep the future of UND football hopeful. Starts with Idaho. 28-21 UND

Because it’s built into their offense. Rudolph just has blatant gaps within his offense, noticeably his screen game and TE play-action game. Let’s take this time to remember what Rudolph was prior to coming to UND; certainly nothing impressive or anything that screams championships.

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Keaton’s passing game was way below average. Many under-throws and skips. Tough kid, great leader, and could run the ball, though. Big picture - I’m afraid it’s not good to have a quarterback who can’t really throw with the best of ‘em. I’m glad we have true arm talent under center now.

Good player. Staff loved what they saw in person last summer. Crossing my fingers until December.

Not sure who you spoke to, but what I’ve heard and have seen says differently. Ketteringham is a very good QB for UND who will only get better with more experience.

Ketteringham is one of the best quarterbacks UND has had in a while. He needs more experience, weapons, and better play-calling, which he will hopefully get as time goes on. Get off the damn Zimmerman bandwagon All this conjecture doesn’t surprise me, though. You know what they say about who everyone’s favorite player is? (Hint: it’s not the starter).

This sums up the scenario for UND, absolutely. One game at a time just like the ol’ playoffs starting @ Idaho.

Man, be careful. I disagree. Both sides of the ball have been at least equally at fault. The offensive output in the second half this season has been atrocious. I don’t see how anyone with a football mind can overlook that. Also, the untimely turnovers by the offense have been huge momentum killers. Goal line fumble against Idaho State? Interception while tied against Weber State? At least 7 of the 35 points UND allowed against Weber were off a turnover - partial blame to offense. Remember how the UND offense looked against Washington? Defense kept UND in the game for 3 quarters! I just don’t agree with this newfound bashing of the defense and ignorance of the offensive mistakes. Both sides of the ball (and of course special teams!) need to improve in order for UND to be a competent playoff team.

Under Mussman, UND played at Idaho in both 2010 and 2011. Both were blowout losses for UND.

0 sacks tells the story there. Defense didn't get enough pressure on third down.

When it comes to the crowd, the students will come only with consistent winning, but, even with that, it is not guarenteed as evidenced around the country. One major action that can be done with this situation immediately is moving the student section. The size/amount of seats can stay the same, just allow the paying season ticket holders to sit from the 30 to the 30. It would be more practical (has to be moved in postseason anyways) and aesthetically appealing (tv broadcast faces that direction).

I'm afraid a simple defensive front switch wouldn't fix the defense's ability. Nice easy way of thinking of things, though. Whether you have 3 down linemen or 4, it still comes down to leverage and winning against the guy in front of you. Don't get caught up in the details before the fundamentals.

Spot on!! UND consistently wins only when they win in the trenches. Against Weber State, UND couldn't consistently run the ball nor stop the run. As a result, Weber scored 35 points and UND's offense only scored 13. Quite fortunate the game was as close as it was, really.

Lose the gray period. I hate that look. Green jerseys with white pants need to be worn far more often ... But yes, green jersey and green pants is a fine true alternate look. The gray is just ... meh!

The move should happen soon. Would improve all aspects.

That’s not what we’re discussing. The photo brought into question clearly showed the student section. The tv broadcast also shows the student section empty for all to see in disgust. We all know that the seats on the UND sideline are consistently full - that’s not the issue or the topic at all.

I don’t know about your magic ball but I know UND deserves to be in at 8-3 and not at 7-4. UND needs to win the next three games, two of which are on the road; that’s not easy or a guarantee by any stretch. On to Idaho. Would be nice to see UND crush them in the Kibbie Dome after the whipping they gave Mussman’s teams in 2010 and 2011.

I agree the defense needed to play way better, particularly based on Weber’s Offensive stats coming into this game. Anytime a Bubba/Schmidt led defense has 0 sacks, things probably didn’t go as planned. But let’s not let the offense off the hook. They needed to play way better also. They only scored 3 points in the entire second half! That is not a recipe for success either. Quite frankly, I chalk the loss up to UND again playing a poor second half and it cost them this game. Weber came out and took the game in the 2nd half like a winning program does.

What you are seeing is the student section. It needs to be moved immediately to the 20 yard line, not the 50 yard line. It would need to be moved in postseason anyways. It looks pathetic empty like that. Don’t buy the Las Vegas game excuse because what you’re seeing empty is the student section. Paying fans/season ticket holders deserve the 50 yard line seats on both sides. It’s the way it is around the country in DI football.

Weber is a damn good ball club. They deserve their ranking. UND had a chance today but couldn’t make enough plays in the 2nd half. It’s on both offense and defense. Jay Hill is a good coach. Weber State out-schemed UND today.

Big game, big opportunity. This is the most physical team Bubba as head coach has had at UND. That’s perfect for how he wants to play football and UND needs to take advantage. Huge potential this season. Go Hawks!

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Exactly. Glad you can see it.