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Being that I recently retired from the Army, I can say some things that are possibilities. When I was a Drill Sergeant at Fort Sill, they made us bring our Soldiers who were in the middle of Basic Training to any games that Army played in the DFW area. Fort Sill trains thousands of Soldiers each year. When they are offered the chance to go to the football game, they all go with the exception of a few that get in trouble. They go because it is a break from the grind of basic training and they know the Drill Sergeants are not going to yell at them at the game because of the public venue. As a matter of fact, they are kind of "voluntold" to go. Even kids who do not like football go because they get a chance to eat food other than MREs and food they serve in the dining facility or mess hall for my older veterans. I also did recruiting in Fort Worth, which falls under The United States Army Recruiting Battalion-Dallas. Dallas Recruiting Battalion works hard to bring as many of their recruits who have not shipped to basic training to the game. Plus they set up tons of booths and work to get the Golden Knights Parachute Team to jump the game ball in to games. That's all designed to increase recruiting numbers. They see it as a chance to recruit. Although, I served 23 years in the Army, I am not a West Point guy. I am UNT through and through so I will be going for the Mean Green. I said all that to say how Army could bring a larger than expected crowd. Oh, almost forgot, I was stationed at Fort Hood my last few years and they will give tickets to the game away there through the MWR. Lot's of Soldiers may come just for a reason to come to Dallas instead of Austin for the weekend. Just some thoughts. Not saying all that will happen, but that's what is usually involved.

Frank Wilson is certainly building a reputation: Sign with me and you will likely go to jail. Morris Joseph Jr, 2017 3 star recruit charged with felony assault Jaquelle Green, 2016 3/4 star recruit charged with 4 counts armed robbery Javaris Steward, 2016 4 star recruit charged with armed robbery

https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/2017/10/30/ncaa-1-130-re-rank-notre-dame-ohio-state-jump-into-top-five/811765001/ UNT is ranked 82nd and moved 0 spots north or south after defeating #100 Old Dominion who fell 6 spots. So Miss gained 3 spots to move to #56 after falling to #85 UAB who gained 10 spots. UT-Sorta Almost gained 4 spots to number 64. This weeks opponent, Louisiana Tech gained 2 spots to move to #72 after their win over #121 Rice. Other Notables: 35 SMU 37 Iowa 58 FIU 59 Marshall 63 Army 67 FAU 130 UTEP STILL NO LOVE FOR UNT, EVEN OVER TEAMS WE HAVE ALREADY BEAT. So Miss still gains spots after losing. Lets just crown them the division with their 2 losses.... Ridiculous.... Or even UTSA....

I stubbed my toe pretty bad yesterday, so we have that going against us...

81... ... ... ... *inhales* TO ZERO

Heard the same thing, but I would prefer he focus on Special Teams at this point.

If we played The University of the Universe, and they were undefeated, and we beat them by 50 points, and God almighty was the quarterback, we’d move up like 4 spots somewhere in the high 80s-low 90s, and still be behind UTSA.

“Never apologize for a win”

McClain is playing very well now, after starting slow.

We finally get a complete game in all 3 phases... UNT- 38 La Tech- 24

So. Miss was not a Big Game? Iowa...., UTSA....

UTSA wasn't a big game???

We were told Marty Biagi is a recruiting ace. anyone heard about his targets?

Yeah, but they help the recruiting class rank high and that is what really matters. Right?

Quit thinking about Championship games, and who we’ll play in a bowl. Please, we must stay focused on La Tech. We have to beat Tech.

Yeah, but who have they beaten? Alabama would kill them.

Upvotes only if @AustinFromUNT and I should make the drive to Ruston for the game.

For those of you not making the trek to Ruston, I'd like to offer up an alternate solution: NORTH TEXAS VS. LOUISIANA TECH WATCHING PARTY Fuzzy's Taco Shop - 790 W. Exchange Pkwy - Allen, TX 75013 We'll stream the game onto the big screen behind the bar. Game audio will be broadcast throughout the entire restaurant. Pick up free UNT schwag like sunglasses, football stress relievers, car emblems, sports bottles, etc. Enter the drawing for UNT beer glasses, t-shirts, chrome car emblems, pennants, etc. Kickoff is at 2:30 pm, 11/4. I hope to see you there! #HIT6

"The Team" must stay focused on La Tech. "We" are a fan board. I feel like I can look ahead without consequence. It even makes it a little fun to discuss potential championship games and bowls. I do, however, expect The Team to stay focused on 1 opponent at a time. They shouldn't be thinking about any team or scenario but La Tech.

Terrible story, sorry to hear about this kid who got beat up on... but am i the only one who is interested in what a racial epitaph sounds like? 'Here lays John Williams, this man was an African American.'

I would totally dig that. Man, just looked at the schedule. The only possible bowl game that I could possibly make this year would be the Frisco bowl. I'm gonna be out in Oregon engaging in 100% state sanctioned legal activities all Christmas week. Didn't consider bowl season when I booked that trip. Well, I totally considered bowl season if I'm being completely honest.

Ding ding ding. It is all going to be about the the 3rd-and-long pass protection this week. LaTech is right there with us when it comes to consistent long passing plays. We exceed them in most every other way, but have been known to let those conversions slide. The only thing that gives me comfort is that we’re in the same realm in most defensive categories. Mean Green - 28 Bulldogs - 23

I actually can't figure this team out. I don't think we know which team is going to play week to week. I think the win or loss this Saturday is up to which team shows up. The UNT vs USM or UNT vs FAU. No clue.

You're looking forward to the game this Saturday, huh?

funny, I thought the ODU game was too close. i hope you’re right about everything else.

This whole thread just hit a nerve. Actually those two kickoff returns by ODU hit a nerve too. And we had the right guy for the job. At UNT. Damnit, what the f... happened? Tommy Perry

So you have a problem with North Texas actually selling out a stadium? I'd rather us sell out Frisco than halfway fill up the Cotton Bowl. Frisco would be really fun. I've watched the national championships there and it's awesome. Way better time than going to Fair Park. I'll never complain about getting to a bowl game though. Beggers can't be choosers.

I think you're a skeptical spectacle.

With the season past the half way mark, I'm thinking he should stay away from football this season so he can get complete well. Even if he doesn't get another medical redshirt.

Glad we beat them!!! GMG

I think a focused Mean Green matches up very well against FAU. I'm sure they players would LOVE to have another shot at those dudes. If NT can't beat LATech though, we're going to need help getting there, and we're certainly not going to be hosting.

Nice photo of the Louisiana governor's mansion!

Honest question, why are we in love with playing in Dallas? It was really cool in 2013 because I don't believe North Texas had ever played in that historic venue. Last year was ok, becuase at 5-7 you take what you can get. But why wish to go there again this year? I would much rathe have the destination of New Orleans or a makeable trip to Tucson or New Mexico. Bowl games should be like a mini-vacation and a reward for players...playing in a place where you can Uber to is neither

Now that we are in first place in the West and control our own destiny, I am curious if anyone that voted they would rather beat SMU than UTSA has changed their opinion. Had we beaten SMU and lost to UTSA, we would be a half game back of UTSA right now, tied with UAB and USM for 2nd with a tiebraker against both. GO MEAN GREEN

DRC: http://www.dentonrc.com/sports/mean-green/2017/10/31/unt-press-conference-takeaways-notes

That's actually very sound logic. In which case I'll say UNT 42 La Tech 38

I think it's pretty funny to see both UNT and LaTech boards beating themselves up. Majority of predictions on each board have the opponent winning. UNT - 38 LaTech - 37

I am with @untsportsfan, I don’t feel great about this game, especially on the road. I am hoping we see a complete game and the team takes care of business, but have not seen it yet, and hope is not a plan. UL-R 38 UNT-d 31

I would say the New Mexico bowl. Would like to see how we fair against a MWC opponent

I think the team will prepare accordingly for this one... plus a LA Tech co-worker told me that the starting quarterback is in a boot and will be out?? I'll take UNT: 45 LAT: 34

I am SHOCKED! SHOCKED I tell you!

What good is a recruiting class when they're all in prison, unless they're recruiting to be the real life "Mean Machine" ?

I was watching the Wisconsin game over at East Side on Saturday, this image popped up a few times.

Upvoted you, because - I'm guessing - someone else out there is grumpy and wants English even if for just one game.

Can we just assume he is out till they say otherwise? I’m sure it will be brought up in the presser tomorrow, and likely it will be something Bryce will tweet out himself

Confirmed with Fuzzy's. GAME ON!!! More to come soon on Fuzzy's Allen watching party.

Not to burst your bubble, but big money donors will always get first dibs on the juicy details/benefits. That's just how the business works. You want to know who got to see the renderings of the new IPF first? I'll give you three guesses but I bet you'll only need one. I'm sure WB is expected to stay in budget as well. You tend to not go very far when you have constant budget overflows, which is a metric leadership at all levels is measured on.

???? You brought up payout in your previous post responding to me.... I’m getting extremely confused with our conversation....my comments were regarding the bowl games CUSA is associated with....nothing to do with our bowl eligibility whatsoever. But even if I WERE talking about our likely bowl destinations for the Mean Green I’ll do so because I’m a fan. The players and coaches can focus on La Tech...I can speculate bowl spots all day long.