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Posted on 1/6/26 at 11:48 am to Panthers4life
Posted on 1/6/26 at 11:48 am to Panthers4life
HaHa backing up what I've been saying.
Im tired of people hyping up average players. Bottom line we have not evaluated properly in the last 4-5 years here.
Im tired of people hyping up average players. Bottom line we have not evaluated properly in the last 4-5 years here.
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Posted on 1/6/26 at 11:48 am to Funky Tide 8
Yeah I mean at the end of the day I’m going to side with Ha-Ha over the mercenaries.
Just wish it didn’t have to be like this.
Just wish it didn’t have to be like this.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 11:49 am to Sandkhan
Your average modern day cfb player doesn't care about Alabama like we do anymore. We have to accept that.
These guys motivations are different
These guys motivations are different
Posted on 1/6/26 at 11:55 am to crimsoncoded94
Agreed so people need to stop complaining when we call them out for horrible play. This isn’t student athletics anymore. It’s pro ball. You make a million then we will tell you that you look like shite when you do. Speaking to OL, RBs, Ty and Grubss
Posted on 1/6/26 at 11:57 am to Sandkhan
His statement is somewhat true. But we do have players we wouldn't want to leave that haven't had the production yet but have promise.
You don't want a Russell, Mack, AK, etc, moving out yet. I get what he's saying but probably not the best time to say it considering the staff may be trying to bring back some guys like Keon. And losing some like Smith and Russaw are fine IF you can replace the potential, depth, and snaps they bring
You don't want a Russell, Mack, AK, etc, moving out yet. I get what he's saying but probably not the best time to say it considering the staff may be trying to bring back some guys like Keon. And losing some like Smith and Russaw are fine IF you can replace the potential, depth, and snaps they bring
Posted on 1/6/26 at 11:59 am to RescueT
Outside of Caleb Downs and a couple receivers/qbs producing somewhat at smaller schools, none of the players that have left have improved their NFL stock by leaving.
Its bag chasing 101. Bottom line.
Its bag chasing 101. Bottom line.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:11 pm to crimsoncoded94
This is true. Seriously, if you look at all the guys in the past ten years that have left, the vast majority have done little to nothing at their new schools.
Downs did well and a few did decent but not great like Bonds at Texas. The rest faded into obscurity.
Downs did well and a few did decent but not great like Bonds at Texas. The rest faded into obscurity.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:17 pm to crimsoncoded94
It’s all about parity now. For years it’s been pushed that more parity was needed in cfb and we’re seeing it first hand.
I may be wrong but I believe that’s why the portal was designed to accommodate the Indiana’s of the world to become more competitive and reign back the traditional powerhouse programs.
It’s not going to change anytime soon and the days of dynasty type runs have come to an end.
I may be wrong but I believe that’s why the portal was designed to accommodate the Indiana’s of the world to become more competitive and reign back the traditional powerhouse programs.
It’s not going to change anytime soon and the days of dynasty type runs have come to an end.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:22 pm to hwyman108
100 percent. Theres absolutely no reason to allow players to transfer freely year after year. This is about money and generating more views. Its the NFL now.
TJ Finley has played for 5 different schools.
NFL careers dont even change that much.
Its ridiculous
TJ Finley has played for 5 different schools.
NFL careers dont even change that much.
Its ridiculous
This post was edited on 1/6/26 at 12:23 pm
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:23 pm to hwyman108
Not so sure about that. Schools like Texas and A&M have gobs of money, WAAAAAAAAAY more than Bama and probably 99% of the schools out there.
IF and that's a big IF, Texas and A&M could consistently make good evaluations on what players out of the portal would help them and sign them, I could picture those two dominating college football. Let's just hope and pray those two continue NOT always making the best evaluations.
IF and that's a big IF, Texas and A&M could consistently make good evaluations on what players out of the portal would help them and sign them, I could picture those two dominating college football. Let's just hope and pray those two continue NOT always making the best evaluations.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:28 pm to hwyman108
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I believe that’s why the portal was designed to accommodate the Indiana’s of the world to become more competitive and reign back the traditional powerhouse programs.
I think it was just inevitable. The NCAA just couldn’t make an argument against it in court
And this benefits schools with big pockets. I don’t know how big Indiana’s pockets are. It’s not as big as Texas but it’s certainly larger than most schools. They have one of the largest alumni bases in the country.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:32 pm to hwyman108
quote:It's not parity at all. What you see as parity is mostly roster management issues. Teams buying big money QBs or WRs and neglecting other key components. The next hit that is already happening is all the transferring is lowering player development. How many guys have transferred and maintained or improved their performance? Very, very few. Can't blame the kids for chasing $$$ but they are killing their own livelihood.
It’s all about parity now.
I will argue that Indiana is a short-term outlier. Full of 5th and 6th year seniors that followed Cig. Let's revisit in a year or two and see where they're at.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:41 pm to Amarillo Tide
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Not so sure about that. Schools like Texas and A&M have gobs of money, WAAAAAAAAAY more than Bama and probably 99% of the schools out there.
IF and that's a big IF, Texas and A&M could consistently make good evaluations on what players out of the portal would help them and sign them, I could picture those two dominating college football. Let's just hope and pray those two continue NOT always making the best evaluations.
They can buy new players every year but they're still losing players at a similar clip to everyone else too. If NIL existed but unlimited transfers didn't, everyone would be living in a new world order oriented around the teams with engaged wealthy boosters. However, both exist, so the fight to keep a two-deep together in the offseason is the same for everyone.
Money is a big factor but playing time is often understated as factor. These young men may be getting sold a lie but none of them are taking the bag to ride the pine. They're looking for playing time in addition to money.
This post was edited on 1/6/26 at 12:43 pm
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:41 pm to Amarillo Tide
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The rest faded into obscurity
To be fair, a lot of those you're thinking of probably would have been asked to move on or been unproductive if they stayed too. Some just wanted the money, some thought they would get buried on the depth chart and not play, some didn't like the coach and/or the system, stuff just happens. If we knew each person's circumstances, it would be easier to judge.
Now if a guy is constantly shopping and taking money to hop from one to the other, then adios.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:44 pm to Bamadiver
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I will argue that Indiana is a short-term outlier. Full of 5th and 6th year seniors that followed Cig. Let's revisit in a year or two and see where they're at.
Couldn't agree more. He's also going to need an insane hit rate on the portal or things could turn to shite for them quickly.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:45 pm to Chris ALL Capps
I think that he will end up with an NFL franchise at some point.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:47 pm to hwyman108
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It’s all about parity now.
Yes but now what people think. Look at what really has happened with all of this. The only parity is the SEC and B10 have gotten stronger. The other two power conferences have gotten weaker and the rest of CFB is no longer a factor unless a bone is thrown to them like auto bids.
Prior to all this the top teams in the SEC and B10 were the same. Those teams are still there but now you have the Indiana's and Ole Miss teams stepping up and competing.
Parity yes but not for CFB overall, just the Big 2 conferences.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:47 pm to Chris ALL Capps
Yep, their average age is only 1 year less than the lowest NFL team.
They are losing nearly their entire team.
They are losing nearly their entire team.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:48 pm to TideWarrior
The future of college football is 4 conferences with
18-20 teams a piece and the rest will be playing in another category.
18-20 teams a piece and the rest will be playing in another category.
Posted on 1/6/26 at 12:49 pm to Bamadiver
Did you ever believe Vandy would morph into a potential playoff team, I didn’t. That’s the whole point of parity. There is enough talent out there to spread around and it doesn’t take a Buckeye bankroll to win games.
I know what I’ve seen and watched. And right now Ole Miss could win a national championship, who would have ever thought that 3yrs ago.
I know what I’ve seen and watched. And right now Ole Miss could win a national championship, who would have ever thought that 3yrs ago.
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