What's your biggest concern for next year?

[MAIZEandBLUEsuedeshoes]

We have some good recruits coming in, I just hope they can hold onto the ball a lot better than this year. I think my biggest concern is waiting for the coaches/players to pull through, there HAS to be some improvement out there. I still have my faith in Rich, and the players will be more experienced.....plus a quarterback! Sometimes in the back of my head though, I keep thinking about the overall improvement they had from game 1 to the last one this year.....
I feel it should've been a little more on both sides of the ball, and I guess I'm a little worried about how much they will improve next year from game 1 until their last game(bowl game?)....

Overall for me...positive.

[tpilews]

Biggest concern? Hmmm, it's tough to pick just one. So, I'll list a couple.

1) Defense. - 4-3 or 3-3-5? That will be a transition for this team. I hope the DBs are ready for it. The LBs seem to be fine. The DL is a bit of a question mark. Martin and Graham will be huge. Other than that, young and inexperienced. I honestly think if the new DC can come in and get these guys to believe in his system, play fast, and tackle well, they could be pretty good. Right now, the defense could do anything next year.

2) QBs - How are Tate and Shavodrick going to play? I think Tate has the nod right now, but Shav will have a shot. There are definitely some weapons on offense, it'll be up to the qb to execute this offense. Minor/Brown/Shaw combo will be nice to have in the backfield. That kind of experience will be vital early until the young qbs develop. This offense could really range from as bad as this year, to as high as just about any UM offense in recent history. That success will depend on two 18 year old QBs. If either can learn the system and effective distribute the ball and make correct reads, this offense could be sick.

[MAIZEandBLUEsuedeshoes]

. That success will depend on two 18 year old QBs. If either can learn the system and effective distribute the ball and make correct reads, this offense could be sick.

On the bright side...
There were several "signs of greatness" this year, it would have been even more wicked with a QB that could do those things----and I'm talking this year with a freshman(such as Tate!! I think we are a lot closer than it appears to be, that's for sure--offensively.

This might be the longest offseason ever for me, even if we made a bowl...
Thankfully M's basketball has gotten me pretty excited this year, enough to tie me over for awhile--- at least until sometime IN March..LOL...

[Revelli]

um...

All around improvement:confused:

[GoDeepHammer]

Defense and QB play.

[tpilews]

On the bright side...
There were several "signs of greatness" this year, it would have been even more wicked with a QB that could do those things----and I'm talking this year with a freshman(such as Tate!! I think we are a lot closer than it appears to be, that's for sure--offensively.

This might be the longest offseason ever for me, even if we made a bowl...
Thankfully M's basketball has gotten me pretty excited this year, enough to tie me over for awhile--- at least until sometime IN March..LOL...

Oh, no doubt this offense can perform at a high level. And you are right, it did at certain times this year. I'm not saying Tate/Beaver are going to play as poorly as Threet/Sheridan, I just think the fact that they are both freshmen means there will be some mistakes and an adjustment period. It's great that both QBs are enrolling early, so hopefully that adjustment will be taken care of before the season gets going. I've said this before and I'll say it again, "This offense will only be limited to how fast and how well the young QBs can pick up the offense and execute it."

If the qb play is good next year, 9 wins is certainly not out of the question.

[tpilews]

Anyone heard who the last non-conference game is against, and what date?

[GoBlue21]

I just hope they can hold onto the ball a lot better than this year.

You summed it up right there. If they can limit the turnovers, it will help out all 3 phases of the game. I don't care who you play, if you have 5-6-7 turnovers in a game, you are going to lose!

[nc wolverine]

Qb's by far is my biggest concern. I am looking forward to seeing Tate and beav play..... but they will still be freshman, and rebuilding a program is a lot of weight to put on a 18 year olds shoulders. Good recievers, great backs.... should and i repeat should be a good defense..... but a lot will be resting on the youg qbs to preform at an all american level.

[bighousemike84]

Im not concerned about the players. By that im talking about how the players all are buying into what Coach Rod is selling. Brandon Graham is an example of that.
Im worried about the defensive secondary. Charles Stewart and Stevie Brown are terrible! On more than one occasion a totally whiffed tackle by Stevie Brown resulted in a long gain for a touchdown. Unfortunately M hasnt gotten to many secondary recruits for 09.

Im worried about the LBs also. Ive been extremely disappointed in the progression of Obi Ezeh. He has shown a great deal of talent but he thinks to much instead of simply reacting which shows he still doesnt see things almost instinctively like he should. I love Jonas Mouton and I really hope he doesnt flop next year cause he is really a great playmaker on that defense. Besides that I think our linebacker corps. is somewhat thin on talent. I wonder which if any redshirt freshman will see action

[StevieBrownforHeisman]

Im worried about the defensive secondary. Charles Stewart and Stevie Brown are terrible! On more than one occasion a totally whiffed tackle by Stevie Brown resulted in a long gain for a touchdown.

umm...
stevie for heisman!

[GoBlue21]

umm...
stevie for heisman!

Get the campaign going! :)

[tpilews]

Im not concerned about the players. By that im talking about how the players all are buying into what Coach Rod is selling. Brandon Graham is an example of that.
Im worried about the defensive secondary. Charles Stewart and Stevie Brown are terrible! On more than one occasion a totally whiffed tackle by Stevie Brown resulted in a long gain for a touchdown. Unfortunately M hasnt gotten to many secondary recruits for 09.

Im worried about the LBs also. Ive been extremely disappointed in the progression of Obi Ezeh. He has shown a great deal of talent but he thinks to much instead of simply reacting which shows he still doesnt see things almost instinctively like he should. I love Jonas Mouton and I really hope he doesnt flop next year cause he is really a great playmaker on that defense. Besides that I think our linebacker corps. is somewhat thin on talent. I wonder which if any redshirt freshman will see action


I think about 3 of our DB commits are border DB/LB guys, so add some weight and they could be LBs. We've got 3 DBs and 3 LBs coming in the 2009 class. Add them to the 10 freshmen/sophomore DBs currently on the team, and I think we are pretty deep. There are some talented guys that didn't see very much playing time because of Trent and Harrison. I think their replacements will be upgrades from this year.

[Bossgobbler23]

The defense is my biggest concern. If you have a strong defense and a so-so offense you will still be in most games (look at the Buckeyes, they average 3 points a game but shutout their opponents). I have very little concerns on the offensive side other than the inexperience we will have at QB. These are necessary growing pains however. Offense is RR's specialty so I'm not as concerned there. That WILL come and we should see good improvement, even with a freshman QB.

[GoBlue21]

Can't wait to read RTB reply shortly, i'm sure it's going to be thoughtful!

[Run The Ball]

We have some good recruits coming in, I just hope they can hold onto the ball a lot better than this year. I think my biggest concern is waiting for the coaches/players to pull through, there HAS to be some improvement out there. I still have my faith in Rich, and the players will be more experienced.....plus a quarterback! Sometimes in the back of my head though, I keep thinking about the overall improvement they had from game 1 to the last one this year.....
I feel it should've been a little more on both sides of the ball, and I guess I'm a little worried about how much they will improve next year from game 1 until their last game(bowl game?)....

Overall for me...positive.


Relax, man, everything will be fine. This is Michigan, and it's all about being patient and supportive. Stop worrying about wins and losses all the time, dude. Eventually, we will get back to a bowl game, and then all these Rich haters will learn their lesson! This fan base of ours needs to just leave the poor guy alone, and try to be a good Michigan friend to him until the end.

These people who want Rich fired are crazy. He has at least bought himself another 8-10 years to get us into a bowl game, IMO. Until then, we just need to remain calm and cheer the guy as best we can. Don't just support him, but support his family, too. There is more to life than wins and losses, and Rich has showed us first hand how great college football can be, bowl game or no bowl game. Two wins a year, three wins a year, maybe four or five, it doesn't matter to a great school like Michigan.....IN THE END, WE'RE ALL WINNERS!!!!

[BBA1994]

Relax, man, everything will be fine. This is Michigan, and it's all about being patient and supportive. Stop worrying about wins and losses all the time, dude. Eventually, we will get back to a bowl game, and then all these Rich haters will learn their lesson! This fan base of ours needs to just leave the poor guy alone, and try to be a good Michigan friend to him until the end.

These people who want Rich fired are crazy. He has at least bought himself another 8-10 years to get us into a bowl game, IMO. Until then, we just need to remain calm and cheer the guy as best we can. Don't just support him, but support his family, too. There is more to life than wins and losses, and Rich has showed us first hand how great college football can be, bowl game or no bowl game. Two wins a year, three wins a year, maybe four or five, it doesn't matter to a great school like Michigan.....IN THE END, WE'RE ALL WINNERS!!!!

East Lansing is just down the highway RTB. They are always looking for some more d-bag fans, you'd fit right in.

[Bossgobbler23]

East Lansing is just down the highway RTB. They are always looking for some more d-bag fans, you'd fit right in.

That's a good one! But I wouldn't even give that bone head the time of day. He only comes here to stir the pot. Thats how he gets his rocks off. Ignore him and he'll go away. 18 year old kids like him can't stand not getting attention.:eek:

[Run The Ball]

East Lansing is just down the highway RTB. They are always looking for some more d-bag fans, you'd fit right in.


"Hi! I'm BBA, will you be my Michigan friend?"
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[Buzz]

I want to see who RichRod hires as the new DC. I for one hope he doesn't hire Casteel, from WV, I'd be pissed if he were hired.

Michigan can get a DC who's among the best, why settle for something different?

[Sten Carlson]

Relax, man, everything will be fine. This is Michigan, and it's all about being patient and supportive. Stop worrying about wins and losses all the time, dude. Eventually, we will get back to a bowl game, and then all these Rich haters will learn their lesson! This fan base of ours needs to just leave the poor guy alone, and try to be a good Michigan friend to him until the end.

These people who want Rich fired are crazy. He has at least bought himself another 8-10 years to get us into a bowl game, IMO. Until then, we just need to remain calm and cheer the guy as best we can. Don't just support him, but support his family, too. There is more to life than wins and losses, and Rich has showed us first hand how great college football can be, bowl game or no bowl game. Two wins a year, three wins a year, maybe four or five, it doesn't matter to a great school like Michigan.....IN THE END, WE'RE ALL WINNERS!!!!

Man, RTB, luckily you're not an ND fan or a Bama fan -- if you were, you'd be swinging from a tree in your back yard -- sorry, in your mama's back yard -- by your neck!

Nobody is saying that RR has decades to get the ship righted -- all we're saying is that MORONS like you are OVERREACTING to one bad season. Transitional seasons are ALWAYS tough -- they were tough for Bob Stoops, Nick Saban, Pete Carroll, Jim Tressel, and Mack Brown! Why is that so hard for you to understand? We've got great group of STUDS coming in next season, and there are sure to be more after that -- everything is going to be OK!

So we didn't go to a bowl this year, and looked terrible doing it! So what, in the over all scheme of life, it's not that big a deal -- except, that is, to IRRATIONAL MORONS such as yourself whose entire self-worth and outlook on life is directly tied to a sports team. I love my Wolverines as well -- I cried when Bo retired, I brimmed with pride in '97, and a beat the shit of out a cheap as TV with a whiffle-ball bat while watching the Oregon game last year. I've almost gotten into fights in airports with obnoxious OSU fans, I've been tossed out of bar for getting into it with obnoxious ND fans, and I've lived and breathed Michigan Football for 32 years! But I certainly have enough sense to wait and FUCKING see what this new coach can do when he has a full year to recruit and implement HIS scheme.

You're not a Michigan fan, you're a fucking loser wanna be Michigan Man, from OHIO no less. You're a snot-nosed punk that thinks that you have the right to disparage RR, and worse still, his family, because he had a bad run in his inaugural season, in which he was left with NOTHING to work with by a inept, out dated, uninspired, and ill-prepared former coach. You've never tried to achieve something great, you're content to just sit in your mama's basement and spew venom about something that you profess to love. You're arguments have no substance, your logic is unsound, and you worse still....

Ahh FUCK IT there is nothing that I, nor anyone can say, to convince you to SHUT THE FUCK UP and STOP BEING SUCH A WHINING LITTLE BITCH!

Go take your meds, and check the DVR for the latest episode of Lost or something!

[BBA1994]

I want to see who RichRod hires as the new DC. I for one hope he doesn't hire Casteel, from WV, I'd be pissed if he were hired.

Michigan can get a DC who's among the best, why settle for something different?

I agree that UM "could" do better than to hire Casteel. However, the most important point to the hire is that it has to be someone that RR believes in and feels comfortable working with. If that is Casteel then I think he would be the best person to hire simply to give RR the comfort he needs so he can focus his attentions to other areas. If it is true that Shafer and RR were butting heads since mid-season, then that was a big distraction for RR and the team. Whoever they hire, IMO it just needs to be someone that RR can be comfortable with, and good or bad, that probably means someone that runs the 3-3-5.

[Bossgobbler23]

I want to see who RichRod hires as the new DC. I for one hope he doesn't hire Casteel, from WV, I'd be pissed if he were hired.

Michigan can get a DC who's among the best, why settle for something different?

I'm not opposed to Casteel but I do agree that it should be a good name from out there no matter who it is. The advantage of Casteel would be that him and RR worked successfully together and had good results. He would also bring some stability. I think it would be a mistake to hire from within however. The timing of Shaffer's resignation leads me to believe that RR already has a deal done and is waiting for the new hire's bowl game to be completed before announcing. Just a hunch but keep that in mind.

[Buzz]

I agree that the next needs to be a good fit for the Michigan Football program as a whole.

But the prospects for this position need to be thoroughly vetted, and I think the scope of this process should go well beyond whether or not said prospect runs the 3-3-5. The position coaches are very familliar with this set, and know how it works, they can help teach, if needed.

I do believe Michigan probably has the next DC lined up already. It'll will be a good hire if Michigan did its workwork on this guy.

[tpilews]

WVU defense 2007 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDZRmwUdi5A)

I couldn't find any UM defense highlights.

That being said, I'd take Casteel. Those guys on d were flying around, swarming the ball. The DBs were punishing receivers. That's what I want to see out of UM defense. '06 team had a good defense, but before that, ???? '97?

[1OSUNUT]

I want to see who RichRod hires as the new DC. I for one hope he doesn't hire Casteel, from WV, I'd be pissed if he were hired.

Michigan can get a DC who's among the best, why settle for something different?

You hired the head coach that way - why not the DC ?

[Buzz]

WVU defense 2007 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDZRmwUdi5A)

I couldn't find any UM defense highlights.

That being said, I'd take Casteel. Those guys on d were flying around, swarming the ball. The DBs were punishing receivers. That's what I want to see out of UM defense. '06 team had a good defense, but before that, ???? '97?

Well have him......Michigan had a good defense every year they won the B10 title.

West Virginia has never been known for their defense, not this year, not last year, never. Why hire a WV DC?

I'd rather see a coach come in here who has coached good defenses year after year, a proven record.....Bud Foster is someone I'd talk with.

If Michigan hired Casteel, they wouldn't be hiring the best.

[Inflames]

I think you take your time and get the best DC available (stating the obvious I know). I don't think that would be the WV DC. There are some good names out there and I am sure the chance to come coach at a school like Michigan would be a great draw.

I like the idea of C. Brown coming back home to AA.

[tpilews]

I'd rather see a coach come in here who has coached good defenses year after year, a proven record.....Bud Foster is someone I'd talk with.

If Michigan hired Casteel, they wouldn't be hiring the best.

I agree that there are some great defensive coaches out there right now. UM needs to pick up someone with a big name and proven track record, or someone that has a past relationship with the current coaches. Someone that could make a difference. Everything I've read/heard points to Casteel though.

[Buzz]

You hired the head coach that way - why not the DC ?

Michigan hired RichRod because he's among the best. A good young coach with proven track record.

Who's Casteel? He's not someone who's known for having a bad @ss defense...but this is what Michigan should be looking for.

Someone said "Those guys on d were flying around, swarming the ball. The DBs were punishing receivers", in referring to wv's defense, and this is while playing against teams like uconn and syracuse.....you have got to be kidding me.

Talking about the bucks, are they show some heart this time? Or will they get manhandled, and beatdown by texas? If the bucks get beadown again, you gotta start thinking about getting rid of Tressel.

[amazinblue]

My concerns are similar to those I've had earlier this year - and I have one for each part of the game.

First, the D - can they get things together quickly under a new DC. I want that hard hitting, flying D that intimidates every team we play. The secondary has been my biggest concern for a while, and continues to be my biggest concern.

Second, the O - can the QB drive the offense, gain a thorough command of hte offense, and make good decisions. I don't care WHO the QB is, as long as he can use his head, his arm, and his legs effectively.

Third, special teams - will we hold onto the ball on kickoffs and punts. Will our new kicker drive the ball deep on kickoffs and hit the field goals he's able to hit.

The basic thing is fundamental execution. I think the team has things to focus on - and, they'll be working on them in both spring and fall ball. I want a team that's going to intimidate teams at home - and on the road. One that plays with passion, determination, and intensity. I don't know if all the pieces will be in place this season - but, in 2010, we'll be well on our way. The only thing I think that we need in 2009 is experience and some confidence.

[tpilews]

Michigan hired RichRod because he's among the best. A good young coach with proven track record.

Who's Casteel? He's not someone who's known for having a bad @ss defense...but this is what Michigan should be looking for.

Someone said "Those guys on d were flying around, swarming the ball. The DBs were punishing receivers", in referring to wv's defense, and this is while playing against teams like uconn and syracuse.....you have got to be kidding me.

Talking about the bucks, are they show some heart this time? Or will they get manhandled, and beatdown by texas? If the bucks get beadown again, you gotta start thinking about getting rid of Tressel.

Bottom line it's a lot about the players you have.

In 2005, the Mountaineers defense ranked 15th in the nation in total defense and 13th in points allowed under Casteel. In 2006, the Mountaineers rushing defense ranked 13th in the nation. In 2007, the acquisitions of safety Ryan Mundy and freshman defensive backs helped the Mountaineer defense to a top 10 defensive ranking. His 2007 defense also ranked in the top 30 in eight categories. The Mountaineers finished seventh in the nation in total defense, eighth in scoring defense and 14th in pass efficiency defense. Following the season, Casteel was named the Defensive Coordinator of the Year.

Casteel hasn't been a coach for that long, and a DC for even less. But, he has had success in his role as DC.

[MAIZEandBLUEsuedeshoes]

I'm a little behind in all the recruiting......where's a good place to find all that out?

Geez, correct me if I'm wrong, but Forcier is 100% committed right?

[tpilews]

I'm a little behind in all the recruiting......where's a good place to find all that out?

Geez, correct me if I'm wrong, but Forcier is 100% committed right?

Yeah, Tate is 100% But, according to Beav, so was he about three days ago. I'm not worried about Tate, there has never been rumors of him looking around. Ever since he committed, he's always said he's 100% That's the kind of QB I want at UM. And that, among other reasons, is why I feel Tate will start from day 1.

As far as who they are going to recruit. I think they will stay with an "athlete" type that can play qb. I don't think having two highly recruited "qb only" guys is going to work out. As much as guys like competition, they also like being "the man". When you have two great qbs in the same class, there will be guys looking for a way out. It's not that they don't like to compete, it's that they don't like to sit the bench, when they know they could/should be out there. If you go after an athlete, the guy can play another position, and if needed at qb, he can do that. Then, we have no problem going after a top qb in 2010.

[tpilews]

I'm a little behind in all the recruiting......where's a good place to find all that out?

Geez, correct me if I'm wrong, but Forcier is 100% committed right?

mgoblog, varsity blue, recruiting planet, rivals, scout. The first three are all free, the second two I just use for information on who is available and where teams are ranked.

[1OSUNUT]

Won't it be a total ball buster if these kids bail on RR on signing day. That is happening more and more during the All-Star games as well as on signing day. Don't think for a second that teams are not making an attempt to steal Michigan's commited players. Teams always go after players who have commited to teams that had horrible seasons. Right or wrong they plant that bug in their ear - do you want to play for a winner or a team rebuilding. In many cases it works. I would not write any of the Michigan recruits in with pen till they actually sign.

[GoDeepHammer]

Won't it be a total ball buster if these kids bail on RR on signing day. That is happening more and more during the All-Star games as well as on signing day. Don't think for a second that teams are not making an attempt to steal Michigan's commited players. Teams always go after players who have commited to teams that had horrible seasons. Right or wrong they plant that bug in their ear - do you want to play for a winner or a team rebuilding. In many cases it works. I would not write any of the Michigan recruits in with pen till they actually sign.

Michigan is doing the same thing, by talking with committed kids. This class will be fine.

[1OSUNUT]

They very well might be. All I'm saying that when a team looks as bad as Michigan did this year kids start to question if that is where they want to go. Then you throw in a coach from a program doing well talking in his ear - it causes problems in alot of cases. I'm not saying it will happen at Michigan - just that it could.

[tpilews]

They very well might be. All I'm saying that when a team looks as bad as Michigan did this year kids start to question if that is where they want to go. Then you throw in a coach from a program doing well talking in his ear - it causes problems in alot of cases. I'm not saying it will happen at Michigan - just that it could.

But, according to all these kids that decommitted, none were because of the outcome of the season. Barnes, he was always a soft verbal and he had ties to Purdue. McNeal is from Minnesota. Apparently, Beaver's mom wants him close to home. Campbell should be back. Fera was always talking up PSU and committed too early. His heart was always with PSU; he never should have committed in the first place. Newsome - who knows with that kid. He's not even the starter on his hs team. None of these kids said that they left because the season went poorly. I think distance is the biggest factor for these kids.

[GoDeepHammer]

They very well might be. All I'm saying that when a team looks as bad as Michigan did this year kids start to question if that is where they want to go. Then you throw in a coach from a program doing well talking in his ear - it causes problems in alot of cases. I'm not saying it will happen at Michigan - just that it could.

Actually, most kids have said quite the opposite. They have said that due to the new staff and the issues with last year, that they would have early playing time possibilities. Plus, there are a ton of programs out there that have had poor years, that have turned them around in short order, due to strong recruiting classes after the poor year.

[Buzz]

Bottom line it's a lot about the players you have.

In 2005, the Mountaineers defense ranked 15th in the nation in total defense and 13th in points allowed under Casteel. In 2006, the Mountaineers rushing defense ranked 13th in the nation. In 2007, the acquisitions of safety Ryan Mundy and freshman defensive backs helped the Mountaineer defense to a top 10 defensive ranking. His 2007 defense also ranked in the top 30 in eight categories. The Mountaineers finished seventh in the nation in total defense, eighth in scoring defense and 14th in pass efficiency defense. Following the season, Casteel was named the Defensive Coordinator of the Year.

Casteel hasn't been a coach for that long, and a DC for even less. But, he has had success in his role as DC.

Stats, stats, and more stats.......WV ranked 15th overall in total defense giving up 311 yards per game, Michigan ranked 36th overall in that same category giving up 345 yards per game. WV gave up 18 points per game, while Michigan gave up 20 points per game, all during 2005. People were calling for Lloyd's head, Hermann had to find a new job.

In 2007, WV gave up 189 passing yards, Michigan gave up 179 passing yards per game.......and you saw what kind of heat Carr and Co. received after producing those type of numbers, English ended up getting fired.

Mundy got ran out of Michigan, but was considered a stud on your highly touted WV defense.....if there is such a thing.

When you compare the numbers WV's defense was able to produce, it's very comparable to what Michigan's defense produced, and the coaches of the era are no longer coaching Michigan football.

Casteel does appear to be a pretty good coach. The Michigan football program is used to having its DC produce those type of numbers......he wouldn't come to Michigan and be a difference maker, but this is what Michigan should be looking for.

There's nothing to suggest that Casteel would come to Michigan and set new precedents, by looking at what he has helped his players produce in past years at WV, but again this is something that Michigan should be looking for in its next DC.

Guys that consistently had their defense ranked among the best? VT's Foster, and Pelini for LSU, currently getting his @ss kicked at Nebraska.

[Bossgobbler23]

Yeah, Tate is 100% But, according to Beav, so was he about three days ago. I'm not worried about Tate, there has never been rumors of him looking around. Ever since he committed, he's always said he's 100% That's the kind of QB I want at UM. And that, among other reasons, is why I feel Tate will start from day 1.

As far as who they are going to recruit. I think they will stay with an "athlete" type that can play qb. I don't think having two highly recruited "qb only" guys is going to work out. As much as guys like competition, they also like being "the man". When you have two great qbs in the same class, there will be guys looking for a way out. It's not that they don't like to compete, it's that they don't like to sit the bench, when they know they could/should be out there. If you go after an athlete, the guy can play another position, and if needed at qb, he can do that. Then, we have no problem going after a top qb in 2010.

I think you are correct, though I'd like to see a quality backup. I think 2010 we can get Gardner, a solid spread option QB from our state.

As for the DC job, it seems either nobody in the programs knows yet or they are hiding the hire quite well according to the recruiting roundup.

[tpilews]

As for the DC job, it seems either nobody in the programs knows yet or they are hiding the hire quite well according to the recruiting roundup.

I just wish they would come out and announce a guy already. Either they are waiting until after LOI day because it's not a big name and don't want to lose any more players, or they haven't got a guy yet. You would think RR would have been looking around for awhile now and had some guys in mind if not already on board. I'm just disappointed that a big name hasn't been thrown out by RR to get some recruits interested in the new UM defense. The longer it takes, the more pissed I am going to get.