SwirlinLingerie
Well-Known Member
Olive Court, you had a great rundown a few weeks ago of how many games in a row Iowa has won or had a chance to win in the final possession. I think it might be worth reposting today.
I understand the disappointment, and think the expectations for a great season are fair. The coaching staff isn't above criticism. It is part of the gig when you consider all the money involved these days.
But before we pile on too much today, think about what Ferentz and his staff have been able to accomplish this decade. They've had remarkable success by developing players over time, teaching them technique, to play smart, play physical, play aggressive and be mentally tougher than their opponent, while incorporating a game day strategy that strives to limit mistakes.
Regardless of what happened today, I'd bet that most of Ferentz's peers say they respect Iowa so much because the Hawkeyes are often the better coached team and rarely beat themselves.
Ferentz's program has been remarkably successful, and in many ways, the Hawkeyes have been perhaps the most competitive team in college football the last 2+ years. We literally have reached the point we expect to win every game.
Considering this level of competitiveness, as well as the Hawkeyes' graduation rate, the character and integrity of the coaches, and the fact a majority of the players are in-state recruits, it is hard for me to imagine a coaching staff that a native Iowan like myself would enjoy cheering for more.
I wish I could put my finger on what has gone wrong with this team, and I'm sure you can find faults with this staff, but I feel pretty lucky to have Ferentz and company leading this program.
Olive, let's take a look at those numbers again.
I understand the disappointment, and think the expectations for a great season are fair. The coaching staff isn't above criticism. It is part of the gig when you consider all the money involved these days.
But before we pile on too much today, think about what Ferentz and his staff have been able to accomplish this decade. They've had remarkable success by developing players over time, teaching them technique, to play smart, play physical, play aggressive and be mentally tougher than their opponent, while incorporating a game day strategy that strives to limit mistakes.
Regardless of what happened today, I'd bet that most of Ferentz's peers say they respect Iowa so much because the Hawkeyes are often the better coached team and rarely beat themselves.
Ferentz's program has been remarkably successful, and in many ways, the Hawkeyes have been perhaps the most competitive team in college football the last 2+ years. We literally have reached the point we expect to win every game.
Considering this level of competitiveness, as well as the Hawkeyes' graduation rate, the character and integrity of the coaches, and the fact a majority of the players are in-state recruits, it is hard for me to imagine a coaching staff that a native Iowan like myself would enjoy cheering for more.
I wish I could put my finger on what has gone wrong with this team, and I'm sure you can find faults with this staff, but I feel pretty lucky to have Ferentz and company leading this program.
Olive, let's take a look at those numbers again.
