UND-FB-FAN

Bad, bad deal. Bad. Not going to speculate, but this is not good.

Just need to put together a good 2nd half and UND will leave with a win. Turnovers have been the story so far. UND needs to take care of the ball and look for another take away from Stony Brook.

Sure did. UND was in field goal range. Need points there.

Studsrud needs to get it together. He's looking very poor.

I'm thinking the same thing.

Another #22 TD! Right where he left off. Go Hawks!

Brady running hard! Always a good spark! Keaton is playing poor so far. He needs to take a breath and settle down.

Offense needs to settle down and get into a rhythm. Caught a break with a fumble recovery!

Likely these, with a nice Fighting Hawk helmet decal instead, of course.

First game is always a tone setter -- just remember last year's game against Wyoming. I'm a bit nervous for this ball game. Both teams want to play the same style and Stony Brook has the homefield advantage. First games usually come down to the basics/fundamentals (blocking, tackling, turnovers, and penalties) due to limited chemistry/timing If UND plays disciplined like a veteran team, which in some aspects they are, then the Hawks should leave New York with a hard fought win. Of course, I hope for a lopsided score in UND's favor but not sure how realistic that is; will have to see this version of Bubba Ball in an actual game before judging that for future contests.

Absolutely, another dandy. Hype is really building for Thursday.

Schlossman references the potential personal biases of those in the committee, and with that, I figure it is appropriate to point out the possible personal biases of Schlossman and his article, as well. Obviously, women's hockey is one of the two primary sports that Schlossman covers, and with that, it is hard to imagine he can objectively assess the viability of women's hockey at UND. Yes, it would be ideal if those within the athletic department, whom Schlossman adores, could make the decisions on their own; however, the entire University of North Dakota is the ultimate sponsor for the athletic department. Furthermore, questionable decisions have been made by Faison and the department in the past, providing reason for wholesale assessment. Difficult decisions will have to be made. UND certainly over-funds some sports (relative to national average figures and potential growth models), and although there will be several disagreements during the process, the ultimate goal should be to better focus the resources. What is so wrong with using contemporary data on regional counterparts in order to formulate athletic department funding models? Sponsoring niche sports is unique, but is it really practical? How does the University of North Dakota define practical? Perhaps in growing the University's prospective student interest and current student-athlete extracurricular accomplishments, and if that's the case, then certain sports need to be further emphasized. I think it is safe to say many know which sports those are; if you are having a difficult time, look at the regional universities with similar enrollment/budget numbers as UND. It is far too early to criticize President Kennedy, in my opinion. I do appreciate and wholeheartedly agree with this statement from his letter to the UND IAC:

I do not agree. Did you catch ESPN's coverage last night? Quite good for that University and football program, I'd say. How about FCS national title coverage and the Wentz coverage?

I'm still hoping UND's kids play angry based on last season's playoff decision. Hoping for a surprise and a comfortable margin of victory on Thursday.

Good ball game last night with NDSU and Charleston Southern. All you can ask for is a close game in the Fargodome these days and last night's game certainly delivered that. My pregame prediction was it would be another blowout for NDSU; there's not very many FCS teams that can handle the crowd noise there. Give Charleston Southern credit for playing tough.

Charleston Sourhern won't be a playoff team? I disagree, although anything is possible this early.

Embarrassingly poor. Im happy UND is getting their due recognition, but the research ability of some of these "media types" is questionable at best.

I've been somewhat skeptical of the music choices and entrance song/video/lights over the past few seasons. I will be easily pleased if I can at least notice some effort has been put into these areas for 2016. Considering the hype surrounding this program (there hasn't been this much since at least the championship seasons), I would certainly expect UND and the Alerus Center to put in some new wrinkles to please the crowd, especially with the emphasis on "Pack the Alerus".

Why would they play a song when the UND offense is facing a 3rd down? Seems a bit counterintuitive in terms of home field advantage. I'll take noise for the UND defense. Let's keep it silent when UND has the ball -- you can cheer *WHILE* Santiago is running into the end zone. Otherwise, I love your ideas!

I agree with this. Great "intermission" or "pause in the action" song.

Pretty embarrassing for this Brad Reed character. I advise he takes a step back and changes his prediction strategy ... or just quit altogether. Go UND!

Watch and learn. Go Hawks

Very good question. I am not sure. Palmborg and Bakker/Rodgers are competing right there with those two. Nevertheless, from a fan standpoint, you have to love the depth that is developing.

Increasing football coverage is pivotal. I'm happy to hear about the new additions by Midco in that regard. The weekly football program and signing day coverage will help better expose the program to the local casual fans.

Interesting. Brock Boltman looks like a good quarterback prospect, but it is important to have overall good competition at the quarterback spot; Eric Prater should add to that competition. Very happy to hear about the coaching staff addressing the depth at QB after last season. Need to continue to grow ALL positions for this program to continue improving.