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I'm sure I'm not alone here but dang, where's the media here. Why no outside media pressure addressing the ineptitude of B1G conference leadership. We're 3 weeks out from first pitch and still no schedule news.. The CWS is represented by a B1G conference team 2 years ago (runner up to the championship but still..) and it's like the conference doesn't know the sport exists. WTH B1G? Media.. do your job and start asking the questions please and thank you!!

Its hard for us who lived the glory years to comprehend how the team has fallen so far. Who'd have thought Bo's 9 win average would be a goal we hoped for? That said, I do think a "no bowl" season would be hard, very hard to swallow. I, like many, am tired of excuses and below mediocrity. Sadly, the entire men's athletics department is at below mediocrity with the exception of wrestling and baseball. There's simply "no" excuse for not being a top 25 football team. NONE

9 hours ago, FrantzHardySwag said:

I realize these guys are from Illinois, but I'm guessing our guys we're told not to speak out about it. I think a majority of B1G players will be disappointed they won't get to experience a full season. 

There you go guessing... safe guess I'll give you that. Still doesn't justify risking the health of athletes... (and again, like you, I too am not happy the difference is, I'm ok with conference only, better this than no season at all.)

I'm not disagreeing with you @FrantzHardySwag

I'm simply stating that IMO athlete safety out weights competitive risks. Keep the athlete's safe while allowing them to compete. Might seem foolish (does seem foolish) when discussing a 40 min trip but i'm ok with it if it keeps our athletes healthy. Besides, I've yet to hear any of our athletes complaining. The only complaints are coming from the public boards..

I didn't post that I thought they'd be safer.. I posted "I'm OK with incompetence "if" it ensures the safety of our athletes".  Key word "if"... Does it, whose to say? My point is, the safety of the athletes should be our first priority. Not the game but the athlete.

I'm Ok with incompetence if it ensures the safety of our athletes. It's not like they won't be allowed to play nor if successful enough in their efforts that they won't be rewarded with post conference play. Everyone speculated that a 7 game season would remove the B1G's chances at a natty yet the B1G was in the championship game. If a B1G team shows competitive strength they will most certainly be rewarded with post season play. I for one want our athletes safe, healthy and confident.. I'm ok with the "no" out of conference games strategy.

"Regarding Tom Rathman"

Wonder what type of Special Teams Coordinator he'd make? I'd imagine he'd be a hard nosed, run through the blocker type coach. Either knock them out of your way or we'll find someone who will. (that's how I imagine he'd coach.)

59 minutes ago, All Hail Herbie said:

No issue with your post, I just want us to start thinking creatively in finding a solution to our problems.  We are simply not equipped to be Oregon of 10 years ago so let's not work on getting that band back together.

 

Herman has experience in the Big 10, Big XII and American.  His offensive methodology has largely worked across conferences.  We need a counterweight in the offensive game planning / play calling to Coach Frost.  

you mean like say.. maybe Navy's OC.. add in some sincere attempt at running some option offense? Thought everyone agreed, that offense has long since past. Personally, I'd like frostie to meet with Andy Reid and Company.. throw a little Bieniemy flare into his playbook.. A playbook mind you that each week they create one set just for that game with 2 (maybe 3) multiple off the set.

You know guys/gals... seeing the transfers and declarations to the nfl it's not hard to figure out where our issues lie. Frostie has to correct the offensive side of the ball. Players are leaving because whatever is missing, whatever is slowing development is becoming alarming. It's already been confirmed that we didn't bowl because the offense wasn't up for it. Chin's defense and defensive players seem to have that winning mentality that is obviously lacking on the offensive side and that is what needs to be corrected. We won't win until the offense decides to actually play with some sincere attitude. If that means replacing the entire offensive coaching group.. Just do it!!

9 minutes ago, HANC said:

Option 2 is what I was/am hoping for Xavier Watts at ND.  I put something in the portal thread. Although, I am not sure if he was ever on limbo like AD.

 I'll second that. Hoping for the same.

5 minutes ago, Husker in WI said:

 

What about option 3, which is the same as option 1 except he doesn't regret his decision? I don't think there are only 2 outcomes to pick from. I'd rather sign kids than hope they come back to us after signing elsewhere. 

We all would.. the largest portion of this thread is hypothetical hence the reason I didn't include your #3.. We all hope he commits and is both happy with the commitment and reaches his max potential. That however would kill this thread

On 1/23/2021 at 1:42 PM, ColoradoHusk said:

Just the way the Big Ten does things is not a good reason for how they do things. The way they continue to be short-sighted and lack any creativity is maddening. 

Really? Is it "maddening" or is it "stoic". I'd say for sure its time tested, team oriented, proven consistency that also happens to provide for each of it's members a very substantial participation check. In another words.. I'm willing to tolerate their few inconsistencies for the overall consistent normalcy of the stability of success as a conference. 

so question/poll, choose 1:

Which would you rather have. Personally, I'd chose the second option even if the player never achieves the hype.

1. A local recruit, undecided and somewhat overwhelmed with the decision decides to stay with the local choice and commits just to later regret his decision. (none come to mind here)

or..

2. A local recruit, also undecided and somewhat overwhelmed with the decision decides to travel a far to spread his wings and fly but after a year or two decides he'd rather be home. (Like SF did)

As for Avante, I like that he's strong enough to change his mind, courageous enough to speak softly and calm enough to show patience. I wish for him the best be it as a husker or any other.

13 minutes ago, HANC said:

I went back a handful of pages and saw very few absolute statements.  I saw a lot of ....my gut, my feeling, I heard, I believe...... those are opposite of absolutes.

Not sure what has you riled up. You made a snarky post.....twice, because no one took the bait the first time.

It is a message board, where most of the time it is opinion, not fact. 

I'm guilty of that... I made an absolute statement based on assumption and i'm being rightfully laughed at. foolish of me to post as i did.

One has to wonder how much pressure these young men have on their shoulders. Hope his parents are included in the decision making process and that he leans on those whom he has in his circle.

He's staying with his original commitment. Minny will get him. Time to move on!! Wish him the best. Can't blame a young man for wanting to spread their wings and fly away. GL to you Avante!

sick hype video... gave me chills... so anxious to watch our ladies shed their will on opponents... Hoping its another championship season for them and coach Cook!!

GBR!!!

1 hour ago, Undone said:

 

I hear you. This next season is big for me in terms of my confidence in Frost in the area of actually fixing special teams & turnovers.

 

I'm not sure if you were on this board or not during the last offseason, but the number of excuses made for Frost was unreal. I personally was done with allowing him excuses heading into Year 3, and I'm definitely not giving him any wiggle room there in Year 4. Like, none.

I think Frostie knows his time of excuses has come to an end. He a football season this year in spite of mr. covid. Players developed, playbook developed, experience gained and most of the seniors are returning. Excuses won't be anything more than shameful admittance of not having the answers. Pretty sure all on here feel that way.

13 hours ago, krc1995 said:

Shows the integrity of TO. Not a man to hold a grudge and a mentor to all 

Genuine Question:

Have you ever considered what our beloved program would currently look like if TO would have done what he should have done and that is, taking over as the AD when Coach D was retired. Solich likely remains, Bo stays as a DC along with the other young coaches Solich brought in. Callahan/Cosgrove never arrive. The program likely remains consistent and in at least a couple more conference championship games. We likely never leave the Big 12. We likely remain very relevant in the sport as a whole and well.. Solich likely retires, takes over as AD and Frost arrives with a solid foundation that stretches over a 40 year span.

Odd so many forget that much of our current environment is a direct correlation to a decision (right or wrong) made by a man we hold so dear!

19 hours ago, Decked said:

https://twitter.com/brucefeldmancfb/status/1339695752650506240?s=21

Hmm.. where there's smoke, there's fire.. (except in college sports). Chip's not going anywhere. Bank on it

@lo country - do you really believe there remains a chance of getting to a bowl? I'd think maybe an agreement to play one team outside of conference in a warm climate but highly doubt a bowl invite.

This Bill would bring an end to college sports as a whole. University funding would be non-existent thereby reducing student athlete privileges like say the dining halls, travel costs would likely be charged to them and deducted and who knows what other deductions would magically arise. Imagine trying to finance a new $130 million dollar athletic compound under this Bill. Wouldn't happen.

So, thought I'd lift everyone's spirits today with a shot from the past.. Enjoy

I can never decide if it's the song I like the most or the Liz.. you decide.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztmoPIG_2wI

28° F and Clear at Kickoff per accuweather, 22°F by games end!!

Gonna be a cold one boys!! Stay focused!! He who remains the most focused will be the winner of this game!!!

GBR!!!!!!!

5 minutes ago, Mavric said:

He has a NLI from Nebraska.  Said to be a chance he signs yet today - has until midnight.  Otherwise he waits until February.

 

He's never been to Minnesota and doesn't seem to be in with many of their recruits or current players.

Dude.. a Husker Win and This. My head would pOP!! Over Reaction wouldn't have anything to complain about and the truth is.. my after the game fun would be over! (Over Reaction after a loss is a hoOt!!)