BobSaccamanno Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 ✅ Has won everywhere he has been ✅ take no crap attitude ✅ energy ✅ has seen the workings of a top program (Bama/Saban) ✅ been a recruiting coordinator ✅ competent teams in all phases (good staff) 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 5 minutes ago, BobSaccamanno said: ✅ Has won everywhere he has been ✅ take no crap attitude ✅ energy ✅ has seen the workings of a top program (Bama/Saban) ✅ been a recruiting coordinator ✅ competent teams in all phases (good staff) 1K WR what was a SO... Some DL with some eligibility left. We gotta get some dudes. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 JMU leading tackler was a SO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 16 minutes ago, BobSaccamanno said: ✅ Has won everywhere he has been ✅ take no crap attitude ✅ energy ✅ has seen the workings of a top program (Bama/Saban) ✅ been a recruiting coordinator ✅ competent teams in all phases (good staff) That is another great point. Despite being a head coach at smaller schools, he was a part and learned under Saban at Bama. His list of recruits was impressive, especially at QB with Rivers/Wilson. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierFan997 Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 13 minutes ago, btownqb said: JMU leading tackler was a SO Also a 1,000+ yard WR as a SO… also noticed a DE/OLB with 15.5 sacks who I believe would have a year left 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 14 minutes ago, btownqb said: JMU leading tackler was a SO Having been at Bama, he should be able to cherry pick the guys who can move up a level. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 2 minutes ago, HoosierFan997 said: Also a 1,000+ yard WR as a SO… also noticed a DE/OLB with 15.5 sacks who I believe would have a year left I haven’t studied all of his systems yet, but I do know he emphasizes very stout defensive fronts, pressure and stuffing the run. And he gets it done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 3 minutes ago, HoosierFan997 said: Also a 1,000+ yard WR as a SO… also noticed a DE/OLB with 15.5 sacks who I believe would have a year left I mentioned him. Couple of JMUs better guys were portalers, I like that. It does look like Green would have a year left. I am not sure on his pro prospects at this time, he might be better served going pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 7 minutes ago, FritzIam4IU said: That is another great point. Despite being a head coach at smaller schools, he was a part and learned under Saban at Bama. His list of recruits was impressive, especially at QB with Rivers/Wilson. We obviously don’t know what happened in the interviews. But if you met one guy who played hard to get and expressed concern about everything and the other guy expressed a “bring it on” attitude, we all know who we would be drawn to. No way to know, but I have a feeling that may be what we have seen with Cignetti versus other candidates. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 I haven't looked at the JMU roster yet, what is their QB situation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 I would have no problem with it if Cignetti didn’t invite back some of the IU guys who entered the portal. If the film shows lack of discipline or not being a system fit, don’t let them come back. I think that would send a great message. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 1 minute ago, BobSaccamanno said: We obviously don’t know what happened in the interviews. But if you met one guy who played hard to get and expressed concern about everything and the other guy expressed a “bring it on” attitude, we all know who we would be drawn to. No way to know, but I have a feeling that may be what we have seen with Cignetti versus other candidates. Most definitely agree with this. He took a head coaching job at Elon and was able to win there....he certainly seems like a person/coach who is not scared of a challenge. I liked his resume before watching that video of him with McAfee, but loved his demeanor and attitude on that. That was the clincher for me that he might just be the guy IU needs. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13th&Jackson Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 I have no info, but if I were to place bets I would say Cignetti to Duke and Candle to IU. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 Just now, FritzIam4IU said: Most definitely agree with this. He took a head coaching job at Elon and was able to win there....he certainly seems like a person/coach who is not scared of a challenge. I liked his resume before watching that video of him with McAfee, but loved his demeanor and attitude on that. That was the clincher for me that he might just be the guy IU needs. I think the vast majority of us have been on the same page. We might have talked about several guys, but Cignetti might have the best combination of attributes that fits our system. From that McAfee interview, I could see him blowing us away. You mentioned Elon. Also IUP. The turnarounds were swift. He knows what he is doing. The constant winning reminds of Kalen DeBoer’s resume. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 4 minutes ago, BobSaccamanno said: I would have no problem with it if Cignetti didn’t invite back some of the IU guys who entered the portal. If the film shows lack of discipline or not being a system fit, don’t let them come back. I think that would send a great message. I wouldn't cater to them whatsoever. If they want to be a part of the solution, here's your opportunity... you make it to Tuesday and you're still in the portal. ✌️ 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC2345 Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 2 minutes ago, 13th&Jackson said: I have no info, but if I were to place bets I would say Cignetti to Duke and Candle to IU. The JMU QB is Jordan McCloud he's played at USF and Arizona prior to JMU. He does have a year left and he did have good stats this year for a 6'0 tall QB. https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/stats/_/id/4360890/jordan-mccloud 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 Just now, DC2345 said: The JMU QB is Jordan McCloud he's played at USF and Arizona prior to JMU. He does have a year left and he did have good stats this year for a 6'0 tall QB. https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/stats/_/id/4360890/jordan-mccloud What’s the latest you’re hearing? Don’t want to put the cart before the horse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fkfootball Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 Why hasn't this been announced yet? Is he using IU for leverage or is he going to Duke? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC2345 Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 7 minutes ago, BobSaccamanno said: What’s the latest you’re hearing? Don’t want to put the cart before the horse. I'm of the belief something crazy would have to happen for it to not be Cignetti by the time the days over. After that I don't know. I'm not sure if he's bringing his staff or any players. I'm just not sure on that stuff yet. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC2345 Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 They are in the negotiating stage of things. In person interviews took place just yesterday. Things don't happen at the snap of a finger. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btownqb Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 4 minutes ago, DC2345 said: I'm of the belief something crazy would have to happen for it to not be Cignetti by the time the days over. After that I don't know. I'm not sure if he's bringing his staff or any players. I'm just not sure on that stuff yet. You think we announce today? If you're guessing, I have no problem with that. What's your guess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 6 minutes ago, Fkfootball said: Why hasn't this been announced yet? Is he using IU for leverage or is he going to Duke? I am no insider, but I would imagine they are negotiating/hammering out details of contract or facility upgrades/NIL money etc. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSaccamanno Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 Just now, FritzIam4IU said: I am no insider, but I would imagine they are negotiating/hammering out details of contract or facility upgrades/NIL money etc. Agree. And commitment to staff too. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IUskim Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 I hope they announce soon so if he wants any of our guys in the portal he can go get them back. Only if he wants them though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC2345 Posted November 30, 2023 Report Share Posted November 30, 2023 If things do fall through with Cignetti for some reason things will shift to Candle. Chryst is out. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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