How does recruiting work now?

[hawkinn3]

Is there any talk of fit, culture etc. still or is it straight up heres the NIL offer?

Obviously players have been paid forever but that money wasn’t discussed by the recruiter.

 

[dagdaj]

Is there any talk of fit, culture etc. still or is it straight up heres the NIL offer?

Obviously players have been paid forever but that money wasn’t discussed by the recruiter.

This is an interesting question.

The other thing I've thought a lot about. 2 things really.

1. This is the tail end of the NIL transition. I thought about this a lot in regards to Caitlin Clark. When she decided on Iowa, NIL wasn't available. And didnt really kick into high gear until well into her career. NIL as we see it today is only 4 years old. There's people on this team who chose this team for 2 different reasons.

2. somewhat related
There's guys on this team who grew up wanting nothing else but to play on this team. Knowing they are gonna have to fight for their spot against "that kid from Anamosa" or some out of state recruit who will become their blood brother. My kid is friends with a few guys who are #2/3 on depth charts. Even as seniors, depending on position, they're lucky to get a snap or 3 and, of course, special teams play. How do these guys feel about transfers who they never spent time with in thhe dorm as a freshman? Or did all the team byilding exercises with? Or met up with over the summer? Not just taking their spot, but maybe getting a couple grand when all they're left with is trying to sell some jerseys with their name to friends...or maybe the occasional appearance at a home town bar?

I think this transition era will go on for awhile. Another 2-4 years before the paradigm is fully changed for kids who are in high school right now.

I don't know if any of this is actually a legit thing.

I do know, I would not have wanted to be a coach who started under the old system and had to navigate the transition. On this, I can't argue Ferentz' handling of it. Results? Not so much. But if you can only complain with hindsight, it's hard to argue someone's done something wrong.

Now, that being said...there could be things under wraps I am unaware of. I'm just not feeling that though.

 

[HuckFinn]

This is an interesting question.

The other thing I've thought a lot about. 2 things really.

1. This is the tail end of the NIL transition. I thought about this a lot in regards to Caitlin Clark. When she decided on Iowa, NIL wasn't available. And didnt really kick into high gear until well into her career. NIL as we see it today is only 4 years old. There's people on this team who chose this team for 2 different reasons.

2. somewhat related
There's guys on this team who grew up wanting nothing else but to play on this team. Knowing they are gonna have to fight for their spot against "that kid from Anamosa" or some out of state recruit who will become their blood brother. My kid is friends with a few guys who are #2/3 on depth charts. Even as seniors, depending on position, they're lucky to get a snap or 3 and, of course, special teams play. How do these guys feel about transfers who they never spent time with in thhe dorm as a freshman? Or did all the team byilding exercises with? Or met up with over the summer? Not just taking their spot, but maybe getting a couple grand when all they're left with is trying to sell some jerseys with their name to friends...or maybe the occasional appearance at a home town bar?

I think this transition era will go on for awhile. Another 2-4 years before the paradigm is fully changed for kids who are in high school right now.

I don't know if any of this is actually a legit thing.

I do know, I would not have wanted to be a coach who started under the old system and had to navigate the transition. On this, I can't argue Ferentz' handling of it. Results? Not so much. But if you can only complain with hindsight, it's hard to argue someone's done something wrong.

Now, that being said...there could be things under wraps I am unaware of. I'm just not feeling that though.

Interesting. Hmm.

 

[Grady]

BF and Lester lured McNamara and Gronowski respectfully, with promises of them being the one piece needed to 'turn Iowa's offense around' and in Lester's case, telling Gron his chances in the NFL will be greater knowing Lester's NFL offensive system and language.
After this season, that sales job ain't gonna work, due to results on the field.
That's going to be a major problem.

 

[BigD]

BF and Lester lured McNamara and Gronowski respectfully, with promises of them being the one piece needed to 'turn Iowa's offense around' and in Lester's case, telling Gron his chances in the NFL will be greater knowing Lester's NFL offensive system and language.
After this season, that sales job ain't gonna work, due to results on the field.
That's going to be a major problem.

"What you talking about Willis?" We are still undefeated in the Big Ten Conference this year. Gronowski hasn't lost a Big Ten game yet.

 

[thedukeofearl]

"What you talking about Willis?" We are still undefeated in the Big Ten Conference this year. Gronowski hasn't lost a Big Ten game yet.

Yes Indeed

We will not have the usual automatic loss to Ohio State and Michigan this season

The loss to #16 Iowa State by a field goal at their house was not exactly unexpected

8-4 would be a very good season all things considered

Gronowski hasn't been the savior we were expecting

He will probably be no better or worse than the OBs we have had for a long time

I am just going to enjoy watching the games as always

And appreciating the wins and blaming the losses on the Damn Zebras

Not really expecting any changes this season and I already know what to expect next season
and the season after that

It Might be All Good

 

[Fryowa]

This is an interesting question.

The other thing I've thought a lot about. 2 things really.

1. This is the tail end of the NIL transition. I thought about this a lot in regards to Caitlin Clark. When she decided on Iowa, NIL wasn't available. And didnt really kick into high gear until well into her career. NIL as we see it today is only 4 years old. There's people on this team who chose this team for 2 different reasons.

2. somewhat related
There's guys on this team who grew up wanting nothing else but to play on this team. Knowing they are gonna have to fight for their spot against "that kid from Anamosa" or some out of state recruit who will become their blood brother. My kid is friends with a few guys who are #2/3 on depth charts. Even as seniors, depending on position, they're lucky to get a snap or 3 and, of course, special teams play. How do these guys feel about transfers who they never spent time with in thhe dorm as a freshman? Or did all the team byilding exercises with? Or met up with over the summer? Not just taking their spot, but maybe getting a couple grand when all they're left with is trying to sell some jerseys with their name to friends...or maybe the occasional appearance at a home town bar?

I think this transition era will go on for awhile. Another 2-4 years before the paradigm is fully changed for kids who are in high school right now.

I don't know if any of this is actually a legit thing.

I do know, I would not have wanted to be a coach who started under the old system and had to navigate the transition. On this, I can't argue Ferentz' handling of it. Results? Not so much. But if you can only complain with hindsight, it's hard to argue someone's done something wrong.

Now, that being said...there could be things under wraps I am unaware of. I'm just not feeling that though.

Interesting. Hmm.

I would’ve been one of those coaches who retired when NIL became a thing. Mind you I’m not against it at all— I believe players should be able to be paid—I just wouldn’t want the headache of trying to recruit now.

For the top players it’s how big the bag is and what German or Italian-made car you’re giving them the keys to on signing day. You can’t really sell a school or culture anymore to a 4 or 5 star. And unfortunately you need those kinds of players to be competitive.