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If this happens and SMU stay they have a good chance to be the Boise of the AAC. Dykes has built a very good program. He seems pretty happy there. I think Tech might me the only place he might consider. Then you guys could hire Traylor.

Memphis will be in the Big 12. I think they (B12) will also go after Boise. If Boise was to say no (not sure that would happen) then USF. If the Big 12 loses any more teams I think SMU would also make the move to the B12.

What do you expect him to say? The MWC does not want to do things in public. I am sure something is going on in the background.

You probably have only Memphis left to leave, maybe USF. What would the advantage for SMU and .... Tulsa be to head west?

Memphis will not be going to the MWC. They will be in the Big 12 The question is who else goes to the Big 12 - Boise and?

What would the exit fees be? Also, the Big 12 will end up taking Memphis and Boise so I guess it hits both conferences, but probably the MWC a little harder. Another question for an SMU fan; what does it seem many SMU fans are OK with UTSA joining? They have poor facilities and a poor budget. When Traylor leaves who knows what happens with FB. Just curious.

This could force the MWC to move quick

So no Sun Belt Teams? Memphis will be joining you guys in the Big 12.

If, and I am a Pro MWC fan, I think they look at UTEP and perhaps work with a couple of FCS schools

Would think Boise, if not then USF, but I think it will be Boise to pair up with BYU in the West. Could SMU be talking to the MWC?

I think the chess game between the MWC and the AAC will start for any Texas teams they might be interested in. The AAC will still most likely lose Memphis and maybe USF. Does the AAC want 2 teams in the Metroplex?

Interesting. Positive for UNT Jump to the 22 minute mark

Does the Hawaii Exemption still exist where teams that travel to the Islands get an extra game?

If it keeps the OU transfer pipeline going you could be right

1-Dykes 2 - Traylor If Dykes goes looks for Traylor to SMU - Then Keeler to UTSA

UTEP had the luck of a front loaded easy schedule - but they took advantage of it and now seem to have momentum. I think to Dimel's credit he has stayed true to his plan and recruited players who fit the system he is trying to run. Who knows, they may fall flat from here on out but at least they are enjoying the ride for now.

100% agree. Aune is not going to change what he is - a spot backup. I am not sure in their evaluation what they saw in Ruder, other than they knew they did not want to start Aune. Did they rush Jace and maybe he was not ready for the system? I find it hard to believe he could be competitive in NC's system and look so out of wack here. Could it be like last year when we ran the 3-3-5 that did not seems to be a fit for the players we have? Do we have a roster full of QB's who are not suited to run Seth offense and our coaches have an unwillingness, or inability to modify o fit their skills? I put this squarely on the HC, OC, and QB coaches

It would be interesting to know. I would think with the massive amount of games the "in-person" reviews are probably focused more towards 4/5 star recruits. Hopefully someone has a little more insight.

Good points - A question for the recruiting experts - How is it we have recruited better and better yet our talent goes down? Starting to think a big portion of the ratings/stars given are maybe a little too heavy weighed on nicely edited videos. Need a coach and staff who can recruit talent that translates to college ball and not players who might have peaked in HS

I would still like Holtz. My others - Keeler and Carthel

Not sure about transfers, but he made a comment a couple of years ago when someone was asking about the star rating for players. He commented that at this level stars are not as important as finding players who fit your system and will compete.

Our luck ... Dykes moves on and Traylor takes his place