Bull-Hornz

Part of it is related to he was given the keys and didn't live up the hype... Lane Kiffin CFB HC record Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs Coaches# AP° Tennessee Volunteers (Southeastern Conference) (2009) 2009 Tennessee 7–6 4–4 T–2nd (Eastern) L Chick-Fil-A Tennessee: 7–6 4–4 USC Trojans (Pac-10/Pac-12 Conference) (2010–2013) 2010 USC 8–5 5–4 T–3rd ‡ ‡ 2011 USC 10–2 7–2 1st (South) ‡ ‡ ‡ 6 2012 USC 7–6 5–4 T–2nd (South) L Sun 2013 USC 3–2* 0–2 (South) USC: 28–15 17–12 Total: 35–21 #Rankings from final Coaches Poll. °Rankings from final AP Poll. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lane_Kiffin He also recruited his dad Monte Kiffin 'away' from the Bucs who was high regarded for his 'Tampa 2' defense.

Schiano I feel that he is the antithesis to everything Bulls and even Tampa fans represent!

I believe they are saying he will get an interview. For me you have to weigh the probability that the incoming coach knows how to win, will continue to do so, and then leave a la CWT. Out of all the coaching names that I have seen out there it appears to me that Miles fits that criteria the best.

I like the FL angle but the next shake up in CFB is fast approaching. I would rather increase our winning chances in the near term and go after proven coaches every 2-5 years and better position the Bulls to transition away from G5 status. The cost of coaches learning on the job has had a heavy cost in our current environment. If USF was still in a 'P5' conference I don't believe CWT would have left.

I think Miles knows how to win. He def ran a pro style offense but he always struck me as a capable coach. I also think traditionally speaking USF has been successful in recruiting good defensive teams. CJL knew that the spread and speed on O played to our advantage. CSH and CWT (first two years) did not understand this. I would hope whomever comes in takes this lesson. If not Harlan better lay the smack down.

Not sure what you are asking...but if your suggesting his record is indicative or merits a the HC job at USF I thing you are selling the program short IMHO.

HC record of Charlie Strong Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs Coaches# AP° Florida Gators (Southeastern Conference) (2004) 2004 Florida 0–1 0–0 L Peach Florida: 0–1 0–0 Louisville Cardinals (Big East / American Athletic Conference) (2010–2013) 2010 Louisville 7–6 3–4 T–5th W Beef 'O' Brady's 2011 Louisville 7–6 5–2 T–1st L Belk 2012 Louisville 11–2 5–2 T–1st W Sugar† 13 13 2013 Louisville 12–1 7–1 2nd W Russell Athletic 15 15 Louisville: 37–15 20–9 Texas Longhorns (Big 12 Conference) (2014–2016) 2014 Texas 6–7 5–4 T–4th L Texas 2015 Texas 5–7 4–5 T–5th 2016 Texas 5–7 3–6 T–6th Texas: 16–21 12–15 Total: 53–37 National championship Conference title Conference division title †Indicates Bowl Coalition, Bowl Alliance, BCS, or CFP / New Years' Six bowl. #Rankings from final Coaches Poll. °Rankings from final AP Poll. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Strong

Les Miles is a defense minded coach who would have some name recognition. If he is able to bring in a Scott etc to help with the FL recruiting I would like this hire. Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs Coaches# AP° Oklahoma State Cowboys (Big 12 Conference) (2001–2004) 2001 Oklahoma State 4–7 2–6 5th (South) 2002 Oklahoma State 8–5 5–3 T–3rd (South) W Houston 2003 Oklahoma State 9–4 5–3 3rd (South) L Cotton 2004 Oklahoma State 7–5 4–4 5th (South) L Alamo Oklahoma State: 28–21 16–16 LSU Tigers (Southeastern Conference) (2005–2016) 2005 LSU 11–2 7–1 1st (Western) W Peach 5 6 2006 LSU 11–2 6–2 T–2nd (Western) W Sugar† 3 3 2007 LSU 12–2 6–2 1st (Western) W BCS NCG† 1 1 2008 LSU 8–5 3–5 3rd (Western) W Chick-fil-A 2009 LSU 9–4 5–3 2nd (Western) L Capital One 17 17 2010 LSU 11–2 6–2 T–2nd (Western) W Cotton 8 8 2011 LSU 13–1 8–0 1st (Western) L BCS NCG† 2 2 2012 LSU 10–3 6–2 T–2nd (Western) L Chick-fil-A 12 13 2013 LSU 10–3 5–3 3rd (Western) W Outback 14 14 2014 LSU 8–5 4–4 T–4th (Western) L Music City 2015 LSU 9–3 5–3 T–3rd (Western) W Texas 17 16 2016 LSU 2–2 1–1 (Western) LSU: 114–34 62–28 Total: 141–55 National championship Conference title Conference division title https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Les_Miles

Mario Cristobal's HC record...am I missing something? Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs FIU Golden Panthers / Panthers (Sun Belt Conference) (2007–2012) 2007 FIU 1–11 1–6 7th 2008 FIU 5–7 3–4 T–5th 2009 FIU 3–9 3–5 6th 2010 FIU 7–6 6–2 T–1st W Little Caesars Pizza 2011 FIU 8–5 5–3 4th L Beef 'O' Brady's 2012 FIU 3–9 2–6 T–8th FIU: 27–47 20–26 Total: 27–47

Like what I saw from Cherry against UCF

Sry buddy a bit before my time ;-) For clarification I meant that I hope he is successful at the next level and IMO that means he will have to be flexible regarding position. He most certainly will get the great "CFB" QB line at the next level similar to Tebow.

You could be right...I was just writing thoughts down to put them out there. Q is a great runner with some what deceptive speed. I also think he is extremely tough. I am not sure whether Matt or BJ could take the physical toll Q has. I am also not sure if they would have too, just different players. One thing is sure, we are averaging over 40+ pts a game and Q is a big part of that. That's amazing! I just hope he doesn't become a Tim Tebow if he decides to transition to the next level.

Beat me to it...

I can say that I remember calling that Bench start the season while Q becomes more seasoned as a QB. While I cannot say how this would have affected Q's development, his first few games were pretty rough. His improvement that year was phenomenal though. Something that I do find myself struggling with is why when I watch Q I don't get the same excitement as I did when watching Grothe or Daniels. It might be that the scheme we run now really takes advantage of the all the skill players we have, and so, relies less on the QB's passing ability and conflicts with what I inherently value from a QB. Then again I remember the sandlot football plays we relied on to be successful back in those days and it drove me crazy because it's hard to be consistent with that game plan. I still find myself trying to compare what Matt or BJ would do in this system and thinking how they would blowing the lid off. Anyhow I am extremely happy for Q and hope he keeps growing as a football player. Would love to see him transition to the next level (maybe as a CB?). Best of luck to him and his new family!

I get the feeling this would have an impact...but its nothing more than speculation at this point.

Wow, for the most part I agree with you

I think several of us called this at the beginning of the year regarding the D coord. It was really the first homer move from CWT I have seen in his coaching choices...hopefully he has learned.

@python815

So basically Iowa State AD said we like the status quo and feel lucky to be in a conference with Texas and Oklahoma bc if they leave we are nothing. How short sighted of him/them to just play along....

I did a similar analysis last year for several games. I don't remember the exact stats, but comparing this game to others I don't think our O has changed much since then. Thx for posting

Really, it's not pay wall on my end "Though the Big 12 interviewed 11 candidates for expansion, it announced Monday that it would stick with its 10-member status quo. Candidate schools released statements after learning they wouldn't join the Big 12. Interestingly, front-runners like Houston and BYU focused on their strength and fitness for Power 5 play, while schools presumed less likely to get bids - think SMU, South Florida - said expansion consideration helped their brand. Here's the universities' breakdown:" Goes on to show the statements for different schools including usf

I would tend to agree...

I liked the tact taken by Houston, personally. Doesn't have to be as black and white as "Eat my shorts"

We have to win our bowl game for it to matter (see WKU). Beating a GT wouldn't be bad for the image.