LZIp Posted January 3, 2017 Report Posted January 3, 2017 Have to admit, I did not pay the closest attention to the Minnesota scandal, but Minnesota has fired their coach after leading them to an impressive (by Minnesota standards) 9-4 record and bowl win. Looks like we have a serious contender out of nowhere to rip Mr. Fleck from Kalamazoo. Quote
kreed5120 Posted January 3, 2017 Report Posted January 3, 2017 I actually think the Minnesota job is a pretty attractive opening. Its a program that actually has some talent, plays in a weak division, is a large state school in a decently populated state that features 1 FBS team, and has excellent facilities. They are certainly better than Iowa State, Kansas, Purdue, Cincy, and have a much higher ceiling than a Houston. The right coach can turn them around just like Dantonio turned around MSU. Quote
Blue & Gold Posted January 3, 2017 Report Posted January 3, 2017 5 minutes ago, kreed5120 said: I actually think the Minnesota job is a pretty attractive opening. Its a program that actually has some talent, plays in a weak division, is a large state school in a decently populated state that features 1 FBS team, and has excellent facilities. They are certainly better than Iowa State, Kansas, Purdue, Cincy, and have a much higher ceiling than a Houston. The right coach can turn them around just like Dantonio turned around MSU. My thoughts exactly. I think Minnesota could be a sleeping giant. The only drawback is that not much HS football talent comes out of Minn. But other than that they play in the weaker division of the B1G, are located in downtown Minneapolis, is a good school and has an absolutely gorgeous football stadium. I'm kinda a closet Minnesota fan. Quote
LZIp Posted January 3, 2017 Report Posted January 3, 2017 I agree with you guys completely, but this whole situation really seems like a dumpster fire. Quote
zipsoutsider Posted January 5, 2017 Report Posted January 5, 2017 Looks like Fleck has been offered the MN job and there are reports of he and wife in MN today (touring a school, assumedly for his kids.) Quote
94zipgrad Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 Row the Boat takes Minnesota job Quote
kreed5120 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 3 minutes ago, 94zipgrad said: Row the Boat takes Minnesota job Shovel the Snow Paddle the Canoe Quote
94zipgrad Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 (edited) 16 minutes ago, kreed5120 said: Shovel the Snow Paddle the Canoe Hopefully he can sell the kids on staying or that could be a tough job On the other hand we can use some D lineman if they want to transfer to Akron Edited January 6, 2017 by 94zipgrad 2 Quote
kreed5120 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 (edited) 10 minutes ago, 94zipgrad said: Hopefully he can sell the kids on staying or that could be a tough job On the other hand we can use job D lineman if they want to transfer to Akron Some players will definitely transfer, but him being a players coach might help him soften the blow. I still expect to see Minn bowling next year. In other news WMU right now... Edited January 6, 2017 by kreed5120 4 Quote
zipsoutsider Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 Let the stealing of 2017 recruits, commence! Quote
Dr Z Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 As a general rule, I'm always disappointed to see any talent leave the conference. I'm searching my feelings, and not coming up with disappointment this time, wonder why? 1 Quote
LZIp Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 51 minutes ago, zipsoutsider said: Let the stealing of 2017 recruits, commence! I imagine some will say, some will follow, but there will definitely be some for the taking. I'd be thrilled if we could get 1 or 2. Of WMU's commits, we have an offer out to: - 3* QB Tanner Morgan, who I assume is off the table due to our commits and his offer list. - 3* DT Tyron Chambers from Cleveland. Has quite a nice offer list though. - 3* ILB Dwayne Chapman. Also has a nice G5 offer list. Quote
skip-zip Posted January 6, 2017 Author Report Posted January 6, 2017 The funniest thing about all of this would be if he does indeed take the Row The Boat theme to a place like Minneapolis...LOL Although....Minnesota is the land of 1,000 lakes. Quote
kreed5120 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 18 minutes ago, skip-zip said: The funniest thing about all of this would be if he does indeed take the Row The Boat theme to a place like Minneapolis...LOL Although....Minnesota is the land of 1,000 lakes. WMU has it trademarked. Quote
skip-zip Posted January 6, 2017 Author Report Posted January 6, 2017 4 minutes ago, kreed5120 said: WMU has it trademarked. How funny. Smart move. Quote
LZIp Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 5 minutes ago, kreed5120 said: WMU has it trademarked. My guess is they sell it. No real reason to have it now IMO. Quote
zipsoutsider Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 25 minutes ago, LZIp said: I imagine some will say, some will follow, but there will definitely be some for the taking. I'd be thrilled if we could get 1 or 2. Of WMU's commits, we have an offer out to: - 3* QB Tanner Morgan, who I assume is off the table due to our commits and his offer list. - 3* DT Tyron Chambers from Cleveland. Has quite a nice offer list though. - 3* ILB Dwayne Chapman. Also has a nice G5 offer list. Not necessarily off the table. He's a pro-style QB. If we think we can snag him, we will. Other QBs might see that offer and walk on their own or come and leave when they don't see the field. 1 Quote
zipsoutsider Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 First decommitt: I've decided to reopen my recruitment! Thank you. pic.twitter.com/jpbAjrUizt — Chris Elmore (@ChrisElmore36) January 6, 2017 Quote
Dr Z Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 I wonder if Western trademarked their coach sprinting down the sidelines in between quarters? If so, Gopher fans will really be missing out on the true experience. Try to guess PJ's new shtick at UM... Quote
kreed5120 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 Sign me up for that 3* DT from Cleveland. Attracting 3* players in our own backyard is what we need to start doing if we ever hope to take that next step. Quote
kreed5120 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 7 minutes ago, Dr Z said: Try to guess PJ's new shtick at UM... Please view my earlier post. 2 hours ago, kreed5120 said: Shovel the Snow Paddle the Canoe Quote
zipsoutsider Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 (edited) Chambers now has an offer from Ole' Miss Current #WMU commit, 3-star DL Tyrone Chambers. https://t.co/WqBBZu7lII — Hustle Belt 'Crootin (@MAC_Crootin) January 5, 2017 It's going to be a deluge, I think. The 3-star Indianapolis native has been committed to WMU for less than two weeks. https://t.co/1isHULQdAq https://t.co/KBtQ7PCErj — Hustle Belt 'Crootin (@MAC_Crootin) January 5, 2017 Edited January 6, 2017 by zipsoutsider Quote
skip-zip Posted January 6, 2017 Author Report Posted January 6, 2017 10 minutes ago, Dr Z said: I wonder if Western trademarked their coach sprinting down the sidelines in between quarters? If so, Gopher fans will really be missing out on the true experience. Maybe he'll do that on a very cold, snowy day and fall on his a$$. That would surely make Sports Center highlights. Quote
g-mann17 Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 10 minutes ago, Dr Z said: Try to guess PJ's new shtick at UM... They are the Golden Gophers.... dig that tunnel hit that hole (maybe not the best idea considering the situation that led to the last coach's termination) 2 Quote
zipsoutsider Posted January 6, 2017 Report Posted January 6, 2017 I probably enjoy this as much as I do, but I really couldn't stand Fleck. Another 2017 WMU commit, @HolleyRalph has opened his recruiting. — Jarritt Orlando (@jarritt_orlando) January 6, 2017 blessed with any opportunity...letting god lead my way. pic.twitter.com/0AnOxhnmbF— Chris J.Autman-Bell (@ChrisJAutmanB) January 6, 2017 Quote
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