What Would You Ask Kirk Ferentz?

Given the recent drama in Minnesota, how does he feel 5 years later about how the Marcus Coker situation was handled?
 
I'm still curious about how they decide which committed players that are out there that they decide to go after. Like that Lovett kid. Why him as compared to other committed RBs? I know he can't talk about specific recruits now but I'm sure you could find a way to phrase it better than I can.
 
One more than I will stop.

I suppose it can be different with different teams, but, I have always wondered what the workflow or communication is like between him and the O coordinator during the game. Does Ferentz soley rely on the O coord to call plays or does he have a say? Does he trump any calls? I guess I just wonder what the communication is like during the games and who has the final say on calls.
 
Hawkfnntn said:
Good Q... I would guess QB might be his answer. But my answer for him would be WR... He's done pretty well over the other positions consistently I'd say.
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When I first put it out there I was thinking generally in college football but he might have a specific position that troubles him, such as WR.

Personally, I would think a top notch lock down corner is a gem when you get one as they are not a dime a dozen. I think RB's and WR's should be relatively easy as you can get them to fit into your offense and they seem to be a dime a dozen. For Iowa, they do a pretty good job of manufacturing line players and linebackers, so not a real issue there. They seem to find the players for those positions.

I've always thought generally finding quality cornerbacks is the toughest as it's such a special position skill and technique-wise coupled with having the natural speed and quickness.
 
If one or two players you've coached could be pictured next to the definition of a Hawkeye Football player, who would they be?

Are you satisfied going in to next year with our current QBs on the roster or are you considering looking for another experienced QB in the JUCO or Grad Transfer ranks?

What is your stance or reaction to players sitting out bowl games to protect themselves for the NFL?
 
MelroseHawkins said:
When I first put it out there I was thinking generally in college football but he might have a specific position that troubles him, such as WR.

Personally, I would think a top notch lock down corner is a gem when you get one as they are not a dime a dozen. I think RB's and WR's should be relatively easy as you can get them to fit into your offense and they seem to be a dime a dozen. For Iowa, they do a pretty good job of manufacturing line players and linebackers, so not a real issue there. They seem to find the players for those positions.

I've always thought generally finding quality cornerbacks is the toughest as it's such a special position skill and technique-wise coupled with having the natural speed and quickness.
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That's true. It seems he's done a great job with corners too over the years though. I just think with QBs it's impossible to know how they'll play out. They got JC and he was a dud. Not a lot was thought of Stanzi yet he did pretty well. Banks I don't think they got thinking he'd do half of what he did. QB just seems like such a crap shoot as far as expectations and what ends up happening.
 
Good news! My interview has been moved to tomorrow afternoon. You have more time to get in your questions!
 
Hawkfnntn said:
That's true. It seems he's done a great job with corners too over the years though. I just think with QBs it's impossible to know how they'll play out. They got JC and he was a dud. Not a lot was thought of Stanzi yet he did pretty well. Banks I don't think they got thinking he'd do half of what he did. QB just seems like such a crap shoot as far as expectations and what ends up happening.
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But, it you have a system where you are pretty solid at line and on defense, a "manager" QB may be all you need to get the balls to playmakers and not turn the ball over. Many of Iowa's QB's benefited from great defenses and managed games well, opposed to having to be playmakers.
 
In re to MN.

Does the program advise/contract with players about videoing sexual encounters?

Does the program advice/contract with the players about recruiting activities and behavior? Are they versed into avoiding sexual encounters including and especially minors?

Is there a buddy/reporting system to help keep players out of trouble? Does that system involve a player to report activity under protection?

What is the policy on sobriety? What are players obligated to do/not do.
 
- Can you break down your preparation routine during a typical game week?

- Is there a certain amount of time you dedicate to each facet of the game - offensively, defensively, special teams - and do you emphasize one area over the other based on your own philosophy or depending on opponent?

- How about the time you spend on your team's prep and skill development vs limiting your opponent's strengths and attacking their weaknesses?

Based on comments from analysts, announcers, even opponents, there's a pretty common national perception that Iowa "is who they are" or "you know what they're going to do".
- Do you think this is a fair / accurate assessment?
- Do you think this "predictibility" is a concern?
- Does it contribute to limited offensive productivity that, based on national statistical rankings, is pretty much the norm, year-in / year-out at Iowa?
- Does it contribute to what seems to be a season-long developmental process, as opposed to being "ready" right out of the gate and being able to avoid those "shouldn't happen" type losses?
- If it's not predictibility, is it schematic philosphy? situational strategy? talent disparity?

- How much of the offensive philosophy and situational play calling is "yours" and how much is your Coordinator's?

- Could you enlighten the average fan on the strategical nuances of repeatedly running the stretch play to the short side of the field?
- Will you retire before 2026, or, at the very least, fire Greg Davis and replace him with someone who refuses to push square personnel into round schematic and strategical holes?
- Better yet, with the exception of the OL, would you consider just keeping your hands off the offense, altogether, just let your OC do their job, yet hold him accountable for failing / achieving a reasonable level of production in his own right?
 
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