Two very good comps, both exceptional arm talents.

Ward was 6’2” 223 at Miami and Chambliss LISTS at 6’0” 200. I’d give him the 200….

Our guy is a long way from 200 and he’s not 6’0 yet
I don’t think. Needs another year in the weight room to get there because those QBs last night took a hammering!

The big money is in the TV deals. They could really capitalize on the old Pac 10 After Dark model and own the late game time slots. Maybe overtake the MACtion game son Tuesdays or whatever, I’ve still never watched one of those.

My guess is that either someone invests to develop OR we look for programs that are sinking ships (1-2 years from HC firing) and need to find a guy NOW, either P4 or G5. I really love the kid’s game, I just don’t see him as an answer at P4 for 2026, so the development scenario probably makes more sense.

Very interesting read, some real food for thought. I don’t know if that configuration could generate the revenue streams to keep the P4 programs interested, especially USC. The other 3 might be all about it!

They have to enter/declare for eligibility purposes. It’s a formality. Likely has a deal done, that tends to happen with QBs. Could be in a bidding war, could have no real interest yet. We shall see.

No.

The NIL representation for CP is called Red Envelope Athletes, founded by Tom Brady’s old agent, Donald Yee. They literally scout players to represent, give valuations, and work to convince them to enter to lotto. I imagine they also have the potential suitors lined up on the other side. Messed up business in a messed up landscape.

You’re not a downer, it is what it is. The NCAA has created a shitshow and days like today are the byproduct. I agree and wouldn’t be surprised if there was a slight domino effect.

I’m still very interested to see what the market will be. And CP is close enough with Plough that if he doesn’t get the deal he’s looking for, he might be back. We’ll know more by January 16.

Next man/men up.

The performance of that Ole Miss QB last night probably didn’t help the cause. It might absolutely get “bad” as Supreme has predicted, but I’m skeptical on the market for a bunch of young players still in the developmental phases of their careers. Most $ goes to guys that are plug and play. Kids can enter the portal without leaving as well, as long as the coaching staff will have them back.

Stay the course, develop the guys we have, plug holes as needed. I predict that a bunch of kids think it’s cool to enter the portal, they see lists of kids opting out of bowl games on TV, thinking they have the leverage, then the rubber meets the road. Over 10k names were in the portal BEFORE it opened today… that is where teams cut players and playing careers go to die. San Diego State dumped/advised 30 guys into the portal today. Be careful boys, it’s not as sexy as you think.

As long as it’s only a “list” it’s meaningless and they can return if they have another year. However, to play in college all star games, one would have to be declared for the draft.

Happy New Year guys!

We have all off season to break down the tailgate scene. Would love to see it all unified on the practice field, but there are some great pit stops parked on the road as well. More brewfest; no reason they can't do that every week or find featured brewery/winery/BBQ or catering spot to highlight. Don't charge admission, just pay for the space

Man, I learn a lot on this board. We have guys that sound like they know a thing or two about construction management, engineering, private equity, not to mention all the history we get sprinkled in. I appreciate you guys

Zo is a very likeable guy and a good man. Been around the block a little, and there is no doubt he is connected in the Bay Area (especially on the eastside and Oakland), and I would even say, into Sac and the Valley. BUT... has he even coordinated? He will need to hit it out of the park with those three hires. I think he is right in saying Sac is an uphill battle, and he needs to keep telling himself that. No conference, no schedule, big-talking president, massive roster voids, facility issues, and so on and so forth. If you put those tags on any other program in America, you would be labeling it an uphill climb too.

Truth be told, both they and Cal Poly are looking waaaaaay up the hill at the Aggies, from the president's office down to the support infrastructure for football. Let's keep it that way.

It only makes sense to allow them to participate. I remember mid-year juco guys can practice, so I guess a grad transfer that has graduated should be afforded the same opportunity. We are talking about NCAA rules though...

April makes sense to me. Next question: portal opens in early January I think, is there time to get transfers enrolled in time for spring ball?

What's the take on the rising kicker(s) we have in the program? We utilize a kickoff "specialist" and a pat/field goal kicker. What about punter? I thought he was pretty solid this year. Snappers? Anyone have any scoop on these races heading into the off-season?

Also, did I hear Plough say at a presser that spring football will be in April next year?

We were the victims of several sustained drives while their defense regrouped... Hard to score when the offense is sitting on the bench.

Agreed, the fake FG was gutsy and didn't look like it had much of a chance. I applaud Plough for his willingness to take some of those chances. I hate FGs unless they're game winners, personal preference.

My 12 Days of Christmas/2026 Aggie Football wish list:

12,000 fans (per game)
11 guys who can cover kickoffs
10+ win season
9 Ladies of Davis dance routines
8 Men and Maids-a-milking for the cows across LaRue from the stadium
7 points in the red zone (rather than field goal attempts)
6 yards per carry (for Fish)
$50 million in renovations and improvements
4 NCAA playoff victories (1st round bye excluded)
A 300# D-Tackle (and an Edge rusher)
2 Connors brothers
1 Nasty Left Tackle from the Transfer Portal for Pinnick

Good data, and I agree, especially that they were the better team last Saturday. Unfortunately, that's all that matters.

Has anyone else noticed the number of interceptions thrown inside the 5 yard line this season in college and professional football? It has become a regular occurrence. Make FULLBACKS part of the game again!!!

Good points, all of them. You hit it on the head; they got stops when they needed them. We put up a ton of passing yards (402 of the 533 total yards), but they held our TB to 71 yards rushing and our QB scrambled for another 26. Our second TB went for 25 yards on 3 carries. However, both the starting TB and his backup each had 23 of their yards on one. So, I would consider a 42-17 lead with 3:35 to play in the game against one of the top offenses in the nation an outstanding defensive performance. I'm certain that you're not discounting the ISU Defensive effort. I just think scores are often misleading, and it felt like we got our ass whipped sitting there last Saturday.