The fact that the governor says he’s going to make the choice for the next football coach and his thoughts on the buyout that was given to Kelly might mean that the next guy is going to have an interesting contract. Thus I don’t think Kiffin is their guy.
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RickinDayton
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Right now I still have doubts about the mentality of the PSU players and some staff. Where is their current focus: practicing hard, winning games, being retained by next staff, transfer, NIL disparity, lack of PT? When losing several games in a row and the HC is fired, negativity can take the forefront. Leadership is critical and not sure this team has strong player leaders.
Delco Lion
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Article says urban Meyer was very interested in the job.
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/major-college-football-program-reportedly-223902005.html
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/major-college-football-program-reportedly-223902005.html
Sheriff Coffee
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Rumor is that his interview was horrible with Kraft. He knows it and that is why he is spinning it that he recommended Hartline.
The next question would be about what Kraft is looking for? Would Rhule have answered the questions correctly? And what does Urban Meyer know about winning anyway?
Delco Lion
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Has anyone heard anything about Brent Key interviewing this week? Tyler Donahue reported that and several different media outlets ran with that story.
Living in the South (NC/GA line) & in Texas for a great many years (been to a few games at Bobby Dodd), I do not believe that any Southerner would take a job up north and stay there (see Ted Roof, Geoff Collins, Tom Allen). They will get pulled back just as crabs in a basket won't let any others escape. I asked many a local NC acquaintance if they've ever been to Boston, NYC, or even Niagara Falls. The answer in all cases and always in that over the top good ol boy accent is "now why would I ever want to go up there?" Vacations are typically Destin, Folly Beach, or Pigeon Forge. Maybe some bass fishing in Alabama.
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Sheriff Coffee
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He’s not coached since NIL and the portal
Dabo was almost as successful as Urban and Saban in that era and he is having a lot of issue adapting in this era. I was never a fan of Urban for this job for a multitude of reasons, including adapting to the insanity of modern college football.
I'm thinking that Meyer is a smart guy, and just not football smart. He may actually have more insight about NIL and portal from his current employment that provides connections and unencumbered 3rd person observations across a multitude of programs. He may see what works and what doesn't.
Sheriff Coffee
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Maybe...but the word is that, when asked, he had no clue.
I heard that when Kraft asked Meyer where he sees his career path going over the next five years, Urban replied that he wanted Kraft's job. Kraft was not amused.
TheNewBoss
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For your enjoyment and discussion.... if only.....
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Likewise, a "yank" living in Auburn or College Station a few years can take its toll. Flat, dusty, humid, fire ants... and yell practice? But then, there is Waffle House, Whataburger and Buc-ees. Elko may or may not enjoy it.
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The Spin Meister
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This guy would be awesome !!
marylovesthelions
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Ponder this possibility. The new coach may have been found and an agreement reached, but they are an existing coach who does not want it publicized during a successful season.
This makes perfect sense fot the coach. It seems like this could be risky for PSU as the coach could change his mind before the contract is signed
So he probably won't like my new FirePatKraft.com site I registered in case he messes this hire up.