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[Hornmatic]

4 minutes ago, EHoff99 said:

That's even more concerning. They don't want to come here so badly that some are turning down significantly bigger offers?

I don’t think it’s that concerning. Michigan just hit a HR with Whittingham. If they chose poorly we’d have probably got them. 

[Hornmatic]

2 minutes ago, Hookem 78 said:

Would agree if they went elsewhere as opposed to staying home.

Correct. 

[Danimal]

2 minutes ago, CJ Vogel said:

In a way, that's also very concerning.

Let's be real here. It's a huge red flag and the most important thing. It's not like we are at a 50% hit rate on our main targets at positions of need. It's 0%. And it's clearly not NIL. This sample size points to a real problem in the org.

It's one or a combo of the following:

- we aren't prioritizing the right targets: Brand Harris's fault.

- we are convincing the players to sign: coaches and Brandon Harris's fault.

Sure, we can point to other schools struggling in the portal but not everyone is going 0'fer on their main targets, they are having some level of success. And for a school like Texas that has a huge NIL backing, the hit rate like this is unacceptable.

There can't be excuses at this point for Texas coaches and staff. Either you can handle portal recruiting or you need to get out of the program.

[Hornmatic]

We’re going to end up with a B+ portal class, minimum. We’ve been aiming for A+. 
 

We’re in good shape. 

[FortyAcresFB]

Question for the mods are these contracts like NFL contracts where there are incentives baked in?

Something like:
- X yards
- X Touchdowns
- X Receptions
- Accolades  (Heisman, Post Season Awards, All-American, SEC All-American)
- Conference Champions
- Playoff Appearance/Wins

Feel like this would help with the guys who are expected to contribute like a Clark but asking for a pay raise. It keeps them motivated to work hard for the money.

[CJ Vogel]

1 minute ago, FortyAcresFB said:

Question for the mods are these contracts like NFL contracts where there are incentives baked in?

Something like:
- X yards
- X Touchdowns
- X Receptions
- Accolades  (Heisman, Post Season Awards, All-American, SEC All-American)
- Conference Champions
- Playoff Appearance/Wins

Feel like this would help with the guys who are expected to contribute like a Clark but asking for a pay raise. It keeps them motivated to work hard for the money.

Incentives probably aren't worked in enough to be honest.

In a lot of instances, it is a signing bonus and flat salary.

[Realist Horn]

I have a trial I am preparing for on February 10....I need to get some work done - can we get 3-4 more commitments today so I can stop using the F5 key? 

[ThatHornsGuy87]

22 minutes ago, Assistant Regional Manager said:

What is the experimental change they implemented?

Cutting down to an nfl sized roster. Bobby had been talking about it for a while. And CJ wrote an article on it the other day

[CJ Vogel]

1 minute ago, Realist Horn said:

I have a trial I am preparing for on February 10....I need to get some work done - can we get 3-4 more commitments today so I can stop using the F5 key? 

Bad news for your client...

[94puddin94]

14 minutes ago, Matthew Hutcheson said:

@Joe Zura looking at the glass half full. Uh oh! 🤣

[Assistant Regional Manager]

2 minutes ago, ThatHornsGuy87 said:

Cutting down to an nfl sized roster. Bobby had been talking about it for a while. And CJ wrote an article on it the other day

Texas isn't the only one doing this. 

[William Gillean]

11 minutes ago, Assistant Regional Manager said:

What they are doing isn't any different than most programs.

Look at the numbers teams like LSU, Georgia, Bama are bringing in from the portal. They won't be fully utilizing the 105 scholarships either. 

this from Cj is what I'm referencing, not carrying 105.  It's an aggressive change from what's worked for them in the past.  I'm not confident it's right or wrong.  But if you want evidence of "all-in", making aggressive changes (like firing PK too) are strong evidence of it.

[ThatHornsGuy87]

1 minute ago, Assistant Regional Manager said:

Texas isn't the only one doing this. 

All im saying is wait until next year. Made no sense to run that experiment during Archs last year. 

[Bobby Burton]

There is an OL visitor currently on campus.

Also: Texas is still attempting to get Wisconsin OL Joe Brunner on campus but no visit has been set as of a couple of minutes ago. Brunner is thought to be leaning heavily toward Indiana.

[Beard N Balls Bundle]

12 minutes ago, Danimal said:

Let's be real here. It's a huge red flag and the most important thing. It's not like we are at a 50% hit rate on our main targets at positions of need. It's 0%. And it's clearly not NIL. This sample size points to a real problem in the org.

It's one or a combo of the following:

- we aren't prioritizing the right targets: Brand Harris's fault.

- we are convincing the players to sign: coaches and Brandon Harris's fault.

Sure, we can point to other schools struggling in the portal but not everyone is going 0'fer on their main targets, they are having some level of success. And for a school like Texas that has a huge NIL backing, the hit rate like this is unacceptable.

There can't be excuses at this point for Texas coaches and staff. Either you can handle portal recruiting or you need to get out of the program.

Notre Dame has not signed one player out of the portal yet

[Logan Mueller]

1 minute ago, Bobby Burton said:

There is an OL visitor currently on campus.

Also: Texas is still attempting to get Wisconsin OL Joe Brunner on campus but no visit has been set as of a couple of minutes ago. Brunner is thought to be leaning heavily toward Indiana.

What happened to Nic brooks? Does he need more time I know he’s young but he was getting reps to be a starter this year? 

[FortyAcresFB]

7 minutes ago, CJ Vogel said:

Incentives probably aren't worked in enough to be honest.

In a lot of instances, it is a signing bonus and flat salary.

Feel like it could help with people who are depth pieces with limited playing time asking for raises because the transfers with proven production are getting paid more.

We can't pay what you are asking for given your numbers but here is a tier system of incentives you can earn based on your performance. 

[Jujujuice]

@Gerry Hamilton poker face after his phone call on C&F

[Hornmatic]

5 minutes ago, Logan Mueller said:

What happened to Nic brooks? Does he need more time I know he’s young but he was getting reps to be a starter this year? 

Following up on this @Bobby Burton, I know the portal additions will affect this, but all things being equal would you prefer that Nick compete for starting at Guard or be a primary backup at both Tackle spots? 

[Longhornfrenzy]

25 minutes ago, Matthew Hutcheson said:

Quit sucking up. You already have the job😁

[Texas fan in Georgia]

22 minutes ago, Beard N Balls Bundle said:

Notre Dame has not signed one player out of the portal yet

I hope they don’t sign anybody until they join a conference 

[SimGent]

 

 

[Joe Zura]

I hope everyone is having a wonderful and blessed day 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[McCoyColt]

I’d like to be the first to ask, where is Cam Coleman going?

[Rocky P]

31 minutes ago, FortyAcresFB said:

Feel like it could help with people who are depth pieces with limited playing time asking for raises because the transfers with proven production are getting paid more.

We can't pay what you are asking for given your numbers but here is a tier system of incentives you can earn based on your performance. 

i don't think incentives are allowed for NIL.  that would make it a salary and compensation.