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I wonder why Justin Edwards didn't sign.

Good job guys! Some interesting information we would not get outside of this forum. It is very much appreciated. I can't wait for signing day or next season!

I am seriously thinking about hauling my own lawn equipment up there and at least making it look like a fat chick with nice skin. Love the fat girl with nice skin comment. Is there such a thing?

2 star with Rivals. I guess this makes him a 3? Glad to see these DBs. Now let's get a couple D-lineman.

So they do or do not count?

What happened with the Bobby Knight interview? What did Corby ask?

Our campus has improved, but could still be much better. One of my personal complaints is the Baptist Student Center (I think that is what it is) right across from the Union. The landscape is always in disrepair - weeds, overgrown shrubs, no edging... It looks horrible! I wish someone would take responsibility for its upkeep. It should be the school, yes? As for the library, it is what it is. The fountains out front are a marked improvement.

I wonder if that was a result of spygate? Did that start at the beginning of the year, that would rule out my guess.

TCU says nothing... I checked their board. I am happy to see another DB commit. Of course, nothing is set till signing day.

As I read LaCroix's bio, he was out of coaching '96-'06 before returning this past season at NT, so is getting out of coaching again or forced out?

I haven't had any problems either. I hear how she treats everyone so bad. I haven't seen it in person. She was nothing but completely cordial to me. I am not saying she is the best we can do, but I trust her bosses to make intelligent decisions about her being qualified for the position.

I work closely with UNT, UT, TCU, SMU, A&M, TT, OU, and UTA graduates. I too would not trade my degree for any of these schools. I am very proud of my degree from UNT. Outside of the elite schools, along with finishing in the top of your graduating class, most degrees are seen somewhat as a commodity. As you gain experience in your career, where you graduated from becomes less meaningful. Experience, productivity and responsibility are more important than the school stamped on your diploma. As for Tomlin, I respect his decision. At the end of the day, he needs to be comfortable with his choice. Vanderbilt does have a good academic reputation. I would argue the fact attending Vandy will result in more opportunity for him in the "real" world. I don't discount the fact some companies only recruit from "named” schools, so this could give you an edge right out of school. I know my organization pays the same starting salaries (I am involved with hiring for my department) for new graduates regardless of their alma mater. We are mindful of GPA for graduates just starting their career, but not their school. As I close my mini rant, I would leave the following message for Derek or any other recruit - North Texas is a degree to proud of, along with UT, TCU, SMU, A&M, TT, OU, UTA, UD, etc... Success in your career comes from what you do with the opportunities you create for yourself.

If he gets a stadium built, I will kiss that man!

What fun is that? I am really excited about seeing how this class comes together. I would love to see some more on the D side of the ball. I know I have been guilty of posting Rivals star system on this board, but for some reason I get excited when I see more than 2 stars. We all know there are plenty of 2 star recruits who can play and many 4 and 5 star recruits that can't... But I do like my odds with guys with more stars. If I could ask for one thing in our recruits... (wait for it)... SPEED. I realize it is easier said than done considering every program is recruiting speed too.

Say it ain't so!

Yes, his campus visit was this weekend.

Kylee Hill (Safety) - Miami (OK) Northeastern Oklahoma A&M J.C. 3 Star 5' 10" 190 lbs 4.5 Speed per Rivals Committed because he said opportunity was too good to pass up, close to home and he liked the atmosphere. He says he is a very aggressive player.

Tebow had a great year, but for him to win as a soph? I have a hard time believing he is the best player in college this year. Out of all the greats of years past, no one ever won as a soph. Now he wins it? Is it a reflection of how great he is relative to previous winners or lack of talent this year?

Navy game was terrible too.

Channel 669 on DirecTV

Maybe I can dress my dog in green gear and sneak him in as an extra fan!? I am driving up from Keller. I hope we have a few thousand, but I know that is wishful thinking! BEAT WKU!

I like it!

It was a fun atmosphere. I hope we continue to play. I wish all the ares schools would play yearly. It makes for quite the fun atmosphere for the fans. I can understand why the Coach JJ might not want to schedule you, but hell, we pay him to win. I would much rather play UTA than some small school patsy that helps his coaching record. Oh, never mind, I just remembered UTA was suppose to be our small school patsy! Just kidding. You guys deserved to win the game last night.

Thanks for the post. I was getting ready to lay down my thoughts, but you pretty much nailed it. I was really disappointed with our fan turnout.

More $$$ and lower expectations at SMU might be a reason he would consider it if the rumor about contract size are true. $1.1 to $1.5 is around 36% increase in salary. That is something I am sure he is considering, or did consider since he now says he isn't going any place.