Personally I’d argue that Iowa turnovers, penalties and injuries also played a large role in why we lost that game, as much as those transfers.
No way ‘developmental program’ Kirk goes hard at the portal…
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Of what am I ignorant or uninformed? I did not say Iowa should pursue the portal merely because there will be some well-hidden problem children out there. It's like caveat emptor. However as long as it is a rule/law we should pluck for guys that can come in and play right away. I think we have the QB we need on the roster.
So, to answer your question, a qualified yes. Almost every kid that's transferring has a selfish reason at core. Now, by no means am I implying that Iowa should TD a kid just because he did not work out elsewhere. I agree with KF, the core positions should be developed through the program.
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No, it didn't. Not at all. You made up a strawman argument and came up with a slow-witted alleged "gotcha" response that was essentially a non-sequitur. Try again.
Wrong again. Read it. Sounds like OP is frustrated that KF will likely stick to his guns and rely on the development of the players on his roster (which has been successful) and not take advantage of the portal like every other team is doing, some with a lot of success and some not (just like every other aspect of putting together a roster).
I really don't disagree with any of this, but I think that roster attrition (excessive injuries, transfers, etc.) has put the program in a situation where they need to plug some holes THIS OFFSEASON, or else they will have a hard time competing next season. I doubt there is a single fan that wants KF to completely change his developmental philosophy and instead rely on a bunch of players being available in the portal every year (which is something you seem to be accusing a lot of fans of).
I think a -3 turnover margin on average leads to a loss 88% of the time. Killers.
I'm absolutely sure we get a qb, 2 wrs, ol, dl so far. I'm not just guessing either. Kirk might have avoided the portal before but seems he is all in this year
He isn’t going to have a choice. Or he’s going to have to give away those scholarships to walk-ons. We will lose 8+ players before next season is my guess
It made sense and was neither a strawman nor a non sequitur. It/I was addressing this thread/the OP. I understand that staying on topic is something this board isn’t used to. Insult me until your heart’s content, I’m quite comfortable with my intellect. I won’t address this silly argument further, but if you have specific questions I’d be happy to help.
Do you think the OP was intending on complimenting KF’s roster construction when they put “developmental program” in quotes? Pretty sure that was not the case.
Is the roster in a significantly different position this off season relative to years past? This is a serious question, I don’t follow closely enough to know that answer. I’m not sure anyone, save for the coaches, actually does but I could be wrong. Unless you can answer this question with a high level of specificity I’m not sure why you’d say the way KF has done things has been successful, yet must change. I’d also be curious to know if any of the programs that have “gone hard” at the portal have achieved sustained success. We saw MSU fall off significantly this year, for instance.
I think it’s important to remember that KF isn’t just the coach of this TEAM, but rather the leader of this PROGRAM. Until his way of doing things leads to something other than sustained success I’m inclined to trust his decision making.
We're up to 7 now and most are starters. All in 2 deeps imo
What have i been wrong about? If i don't know something i say i honestly don't know. Sorry if i offended you but just saying what i know
Some fans cannot stand positive developments for Iowa football....the hate for BF has overcome their fandom.
Ok. You seem upset and i don't want to add to what is bothering you. I'll keep what i know to myself. I just hope you get excited for next years team and their potential.
Are you starting to get excited for next season? I really think 2024 will be one of those really special seasons.
I feel like this thread will age about as well as the "Murray twins offered scholarships" thread.
Ignore him - he’s an idiot or a troll or both - please keep posting with any additional info you glean from your sources - thx…!
Bishop1971 with the Alabama receiver not being a take and going to Oregon, are you still confident in the portal? I just feel like we will be disappointed in only getting Cade and have noone to throw him the ball. We had 3 visitors this past weekend and haven't heard anything from any of them. They have 2 coming in this weekend in Anderson and the DB from Harvard. Any good news to share that you have heard? Appreciate your inside info.
Well right now they have a QB, likely a TE that is 2. They have offered and are getting visits from two WRs, they had a LB visit and a CB is coming to visit as well. That is 6 transfers in on visits in the first couple weeks. I would say they have a good shot at landing 5 of those. The Nebraska LB will be tougher because I think some big schools are going to come after him.
