Quote from: Newsdreams on December 07, 2025, 09:00:53 PMSo what is the amount of money and do you know how NIL is structured at MU? You made it seem like it was Shaka's fault that Kolek didn't stay, when that is false. You said we have the money, tell me how much? Or say you don't know.

Ok WHERE did I say it was Shaka's fault Kolek didn't stay? Now you're just putting words in my mouth.

I'm reiterating that the program and our boosters have money and willingness to spend that money: as evidence by buying out Wojo when most thought that wasn't feasible and ponying up for another season of Kolek to name notable examples. Of course there was nothing Shaka could do with Kolek leaving, nor did I ever say there was. Those are mutually exclusive thoughts.

What I AM saying is since then, Shaka has continued to refuse spending that money in regards to freshmen like JJ Andrews, Cam Ward, (Morillo was the agent not the money), and the portal in its entirety. THAT is what I'm saying.

I don't know the exact dollar amount available. From what I've gathered, as recruits and worthwhile retainees have come up, the money has consistently been available.

Quote from: Newsdreams on December 07, 2025, 09:12:29 PMYes, specially when over 60 

I'll let you know in another decade or so 

Quote from: WhiteTrash on December 07, 2025, 09:07:15 PMI think someone pointed out we are still getting the benefit of last season.

As of today (with still some residual #s propping Marquette up) we're #94 in barttorvik (my preferred) and #92 in kenpom

I love how Collingsworth called Hunt's TD run championship caliber despite them being .500 this season and him never winning a Super Bowl. It will be a dark day for him when Mahomes retires.

Quote from: CreightonWarrior on December 07, 2025, 08:46:50 PMits all a moot point because the game was declared over 1 minute into the game.

Bears have an uphill battle next week vs the browns with Williams being benched now

Quote from: rocky_warrior on December 07, 2025, 09:10:48 PMChange is required in life

Yes, specially when over 60 

Quote from: Vander Blue Man Group on December 07, 2025, 09:03:21 PMI didn't have much of an issue with the clock management.

I would have run it on 4th down but it's easy to 2nd guess.

I liked the call. It got a receiver open in the end zone.  Our young QB was late on the pass,  but a good call with under 30 seconds. IMO.

Quote from: Newsdreams on December 07, 2025, 09:09:44 PMI understand Rocky, but that near the basket is not a role he ever played, basically new to him. He was molded on the big European outside shooter. Not saying he was / is elite but that is how was used before MU.

Change is required in life

Quote from: rocky_warrior on December 07, 2025, 09:00:07 PMNo I think it's good. But I also think he should spend more time in the paint on offense & defense.

Near the basket Ben is a bucket getter.  We need more of that

I understand Rocky, but that near the basket is not a role he ever played, basically new to him. He was molded on the big European outside shooter. Not saying he was / is elite but that is how was used before MU.

Quote from: Small Orange Soda on December 07, 2025, 08:44:57 PMCool strawman.

He doesn't need to say that. Hopefully behind closed doors he's at least telling his boss his philosophy needs a real adjustment. "I need to do better" at a presser wouldn't hurt.

If you've been reading Scoop, you'd know it's not a strawman. Some folks here seem to want him to admit during the season that his player-procurement philosophy has failed.

Agree with your last sentence. A coach should include himself when talking about his or her team's struggles.