While I agree that making any changes at this juncture does little to move the team forward, at season's end, Gary needs to grow a set and tell Kirk this is what is going to happen.
I can only imaging the calls/emails Gary is getting from fans/boosters with 'Ferentz Fatigue'.
The huge buyout (almost unbelievable) means Kirk cannot be let go (Nor he should be). He has accomplished so much and the next 3 months are huge to cementing his legacy as Iowa's greatest coach ever.
At seasons end:
-Gary advises Kirk that Brian should be demoted back to a positions coach, advisor or maybe its best he moves on from Iowa to build back his reputation which provides him an opportunity to extend his coaching future.
-Iowa needs to modernize its offense, bringing in an outside set of 'fresh ideas'. Leveraging Iowa's current roster strength year 1 and building upon this via the recruiting and transfer portal process.
-Embrace the Transfer Portal. Whether you like it or not, its here to stay. You need to be active, or be left behind.
-Push the NIL (Swarm Collective) to recruits. Again, like it or not, its here to stay. While I think additional guard rails are needed, this needs to be sold as part of the overall 'Come to Iowa' package.
-If Kirk does not agree to the above, I would advise him that 'You are not going to be fired', but this is where we are going'. You can either adapt or the door is open for you to move on into retirement gracefully. Remember, Brian reports to me and I am making this decision. Offer a buyout?
The next 3-months are pivotal to the future of Iowa Football. Remember, have your voice be heard!
I can only imaging the calls/emails Gary is getting from fans/boosters with 'Ferentz Fatigue'.
The huge buyout (almost unbelievable) means Kirk cannot be let go (Nor he should be). He has accomplished so much and the next 3 months are huge to cementing his legacy as Iowa's greatest coach ever.
At seasons end:
-Gary advises Kirk that Brian should be demoted back to a positions coach, advisor or maybe its best he moves on from Iowa to build back his reputation which provides him an opportunity to extend his coaching future.
-Iowa needs to modernize its offense, bringing in an outside set of 'fresh ideas'. Leveraging Iowa's current roster strength year 1 and building upon this via the recruiting and transfer portal process.
-Embrace the Transfer Portal. Whether you like it or not, its here to stay. You need to be active, or be left behind.
-Push the NIL (Swarm Collective) to recruits. Again, like it or not, its here to stay. While I think additional guard rails are needed, this needs to be sold as part of the overall 'Come to Iowa' package.
-If Kirk does not agree to the above, I would advise him that 'You are not going to be fired', but this is where we are going'. You can either adapt or the door is open for you to move on into retirement gracefully. Remember, Brian reports to me and I am making this decision. Offer a buyout?
The next 3-months are pivotal to the future of Iowa Football. Remember, have your voice be heard!
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