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The same reason Gruden is? LOL!

So, it's not that he didn't win per se, it's the program he was coaching has a much more richer history than IUFB thus the reason you say he didn't win? Or is it you're just not a fan? Or is it his recruiting, or lack thereof? Serious question, how would you feel if he accomplish the exact same results at IUFB?

Define win. Because during his tenure (3 seasons) he went bowling 3 out of 3 and finished with a 21-15 record. I don't know about you, but for me at least, I would be on cloud nine if IUFB had his numbers while at Miami.

Today I started looking at top coordinators. Because, well, that's where I'm at now. A lot to choose from and depending on what direction you want but I think I would be happy with a guy like Manny Diaz. I would think we would be seeing these types of names on the list instead of Sean Lewis. Especially after letting Allen go with a huge buyout. But whatever, it's IUFB we're talking about here.

The Dude abides.

I think Woody's name popped up during the search. Or at least I recall his name being mentioned. But it was one of those names that was more of a casual name that no one talked about. I could be wrong about that. My memory is kind of shot these days.

Well, that would fit the IUFB mold. I'm actually kind of expecting a coordinator getting the job. IUFB is such a tough sell to head coaches that have experienced programs with a culture of winning.

Does anyone have the list from Matt Weaver? Looks like it's a paywall.

I do like that it seems Dolson is set on hiring someone with HC experience.

The list is kind of what I expected. Trying to sell IUFB to proven winners is a challenge.

This is what I'm afraid of.

Sh!t man, Dolson can call me and I'd do the search for half the price.

That's pretty much Iowa's mantra. It's been that way for a quarter century.

I think that depends on a number of factors. But if all things are at status quo, I'm not sure that's even the ceiling. A lot of things need to change from top to bottom. Yesterday was a start by letting TA go.

Here's the thing though, even throwing all the money in the world at it doesn't guarantee or raise your chances of success. The most consistent thing about IUFB is how incredibly bad it's been throughout its entire history. Case in point, Mallory is considered one of the best coaches IUFB has ever had. Dolson could hire Jesus Christ himself and even he could struggle with this program. If anything, whoever is the next coach at IUFB will more than likely be fired due to lack of winning, just like every other IUFB coach throughout its entire history. Because history says so. The most logical thing to do however, is hiring someone that has a proven record. Someone that has had success at not only winning but has experience at building a culture of winning. It takes someone and a backing to start that culture. Unfortunately trying to hire someone like this is a giant mountain to climb because these kind of people know right away if the job is right for them. It's a two way street and these people know how to ask the right questions during the interview process. They know right away if they'll have the backing they'll need to build that culture. That's why I still think we'll end up with a coordinator when this is all said and done. And if that's the case, hopefully we end up hiring the next Barry Alvarez.

Admittedly I didn't read the details but I thought I saw Fritz on his updated list. https://twitter.com/ZachOsterman/status/1729170516278493403?t=W_w2Z9_Ki8tjX7qlleAkZA&s=19

Personally, I think Mallory's resume was better, but that's just my personal opinion.

I would also throw in Bill Mallory.

I just read that Willie Fritz is on Osterman's list. So I would hope so.

Honestly surprised that Curt Cignetti isn't on the list of names being thrown around. Considering all the other names, I would have thought he would have been mentioned.

Atta boy Dolson.

Exactly, I think I made my point that age doesn't matter in the grand scheme of things.

I completely understand your point, but saying a coaches age is a factor for recruiting is probably very low on a recruits list. From a personal experience, it wasn't even on my list.

I don't buy the too old argument. If Nick Saban today said he's interested in the IUFB job, y'all would be rolling the crimson carpet for a 71 year old coach.

Thanks for the blood sweat and tears CTA. Appreciate those awesome two seasons.