12/17 press conference

[KTF]

What time is the press conference to announce Entz?

[scottietohottie]

2..........

[HerdBot]

2 pm, Bison 1660, or on the mobile app

[Professor Chaos]

It will be in lieu of the regular weekly presser since Klieman is in the Little Apple and won't be back in Fargo until Thursday according to K-State's beat writer.

Hoping to hear some news on what assistants will be retained at this thing.

[IBleedYellow]

It will be in lieu of the regular weekly presser since Klieman is in the Little Apple and won't be back in Fargo until Thursday according to K-State's beat writer.

Hoping to hear some news on what assistants will be retained at this thing.

He best not be recruiting with the dead period I thought starting today?

[Bison 4 Life]

He best not be recruiting with the dead period I thought starting today?

probably shoring up assistants, getting to know the facilities, etc.

[Professor Chaos]

He best not be recruiting with the dead period I thought starting today?
Haha, yeah I edited my post shortly after I put in up but you caught me. I'm sure he's plenty busy down there even without recruiting. I guess I could try to justify my screw up by saying he's "recruiting coaches". :)

[scottietohottie]

Wonder if Entz has spun a circle in Klieman's old chair yet?

[KSBisonFan]

Wonder if Entz has spun a circle in Klieman's old chair yet?

Pretty sure it's more of a throne than a chair.....

[KTF]

anyway to view a video feed?

[coloradobison]

anyway to view a video feed?

https://www.valleynewslive.com/

[BisonLaw]

anyway to view a video feed?

https://www.inforum.com/sports/935829-WATCH-LIVE-NDSU-introduces-Matt-Entz-as-football-head-coach

[Bison 4 Life]

anyway to view a video feed?

NDSU FB will have it. Inforum runs a feed too.

https://www.inforum.com/sports/935829-WATCH-LIVE-NDSU-introduces-Matt-Entz-as-football-head-coach

https://www.valleynewslive.com/content/sports/2PM-Live-Webstream---NDSU-Football-502956761.html

[KTF]

thanks for the links!!!

[EC8CH]

FWIW coaches Roehl, Messingham, Goeser and Hedberg are here for this announcement

https://twitter.com/BisonReport/status/1074755092845338625

[EC8CH]

Mics 1, 2, and 3 are all ready!

[Bison 4 Life]

Entz looks weird in a suit and glasses.

[roadwarrior]

Entz looks weird in a suit and glasses.

Clean shaven is the biggest change.

[Bison 4 Life]

Changes?!?!!?

https://media1.tenor.com/images/9377aa4eda2e4ff3789ff40000afcc8e/tenor.gif?itemid=3572009

[Mr Meaty]

We got a great new head coach. Sincerity in his voice and the love he has for football.
He does look like Clark Kent and that suit. Ready to rip it open and see his Superman outfit on underneath.

[EC8CH]

Easton Sticks will be replaced with the Trey Lances!

[Gary Hansen]

He kind of has a Drew Carey look. Congratulations Coach Entz! Great hire for our new coach. Go Bison!

[Mr Meaty]

Easton Sticks will be replaced with the Trey Lances!

I noticed that as well. Did he tip his hand????

[Bison 4 Life]

McFeely

https://gifimage.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/debbie-downer-gif-11.gif

[tony]

Easton Sticks will be replaced with the Trey Lances!

A "Trey Lance" sounds like one of these:

https://uproxx.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/anchorman-carell.jpg?quality=95

[EC8CH]

Assistants are standing in the back of the room.

Sounds like confirmation that Roehl, Messingham, Goeser and Hedberg are staying?

[KTF]

Assistants are standing in the back of the room.

Sounds like confirmation that Roehl, Messingham, Goeser and Hedberg are staying?

That is my take as well...

Geoser DC, MEss OC, Roehl ?? Hedberg QB...

[IBleedYellow]

Assistants are standing in the back of the room.

Sounds like confirmation that Roehl, Messingham, Goeser and Hedberg are staying?

That will work, I do believe.

[BisManBison]

FWIW coaches Roehl, Messingham, Goeser and Hedberg are here for this announcement

https://twitter.com/BisonReport/status/1074755092845338625


Assistants are standing in the back of the room.

Sounds like confirmation that Roehl, Messingham, Goeser and Hedberg are staying?

This is really, really, really good news for the program!!!

[KTF]

ok he just said only opening was his spot...

[IBleedYellow]

ok he just said only opening was his spot...

Yeah that doesn't seem right - considering Hank Jacobs left. That said, he's the HC so I think he would know.

[GradBison]

ok he just said only opening was his spot...

This is HUGE if it stands.

[EC8CH]

ok he just said only opening was his spot...

Thought I heard that too? What about other position coaches? OLine Dbacks???


AHHHHHHH Follow up questions. Do Your Job Reporters!!!!!!!

[Bisonator98]

ok he just said only opening was his spot...

As far as he knows....

I'm sure there will be a few spots to fill. Recruiting coordinator and head of football operations for one.

[HerdBot]

Assistants are standing in the back of the room.

Sounds like confirmation that Roehl, Messingham, Goeser and Hedberg are staying?

No, later he said as of now, the only open position is Defensive Coordinator. Obviously that is a blanket general statement until something changes

[KTF]

I found it odd as well knowing the hank was gone...

[DM05]

ok he just said only opening was his spot...

He said the only one he was currently aware of was his spot....probably haven't been finalized who's for sure leaving yet.

Any chance they add run game coordinator to Roehl's job? IIRC, Riley had that title along with OL coach. Might prep him a bit for a future spot as OC if Mess leaves...and let the new OL coach focus on his position players.

[HerdBot]

He said the only one he was currently aware of was his spot....probably haven't been finalized who's for sure leaving yet.

Any chance they add run game coordinator to Roehl's job? IIRC, Riley had that title along with OL coach. Might prep him a bit for a future spot as OC if Mess leaves...and let the new OL coach focus on his position players.

That sounds like a good idea. Roehl obviously has a good understanding of the running game and Mess will probably be a future K State offensive coordinator.

[Professor Chaos]

From my perspective they're kind of dodging the staff turnover questions. I don't think we can read too much into his comments yet but the fact that those key guys like Mess, Hedberg, Roehl, and Goeser were at the press conference can't be a bad thing.

[BattleBorn]

Matt's not as polished as Klieman, and I fear we are all reading too much into some things he may have said or not said.

[THEsocalledfan]

No, later he said as of now, the only open position is Defensive Coordinator. Obviously that is a blanket general statement until something changes

I think Bot is right. I also got excited, but bet that was a canned answer as they knew it would be asked.

[KTF]

i suppose it is a fine line given they are already NDSU staff. To bad we have to wait on KSU...

[SDbison]

Easton Sticks will be replaced with the Trey Lances!
I believe he was just giving examples and maybe just said names that came to mind. Much as I think Lance will be very good we have yet to see him pass much. Hotchkiss and others will compete for starter, and 2 and 3 on depth chart. Competition is good and always great to have very good backups.

[DM05]

That sounds like a good idea. Roehl obviously has a good understanding of the running game and Mess will probably be a future K State offensive coordinator.

Agreed. May not be this year, or even next, depending on some combination of current K-State OC contract and performance next year. If a day comes when Klieman needs an OC, I think Mess is at the top of the list based on hist performance at NDSU.

Hedberg has been incredible as a dedicated QB coach and needs to stay as only that. The amount of focus and attention to detail he provides is important when you think of how advanced Stick and Wentz have been at the end of their careers, how much liberty they are given with audibles, how much a talented QB can do with our offense, and how well prepared Wentz was for the draft process when it comes to pre-snap reads (Stick will probably be getting similar accolades come April). Has to help recruiting the position as well.

[SDbison]

Did anyone ask ML who else was interviewed for the position. Or is that not public info. Just curious?

[KTF]

Did anyone ask ML who else was interviewed for the position. Or is that not public info. Just curious?

that was not asked...

[Bisonator98]

Did anyone ask ML who else was interviewed for the position. Or is that not public info. Just curious?

They cancelled the other interviews with Nick Saban and Dabo Swinney when it was clear Matt was the guy.:biggrin:

[SDbison]

Interesting that Entz said his number one priority is new recruits. Getting ready for playoff game was number 2. Likely just based on the early signing period coming up so soon. I believe he said number i3 s getting to know all players in his new position. All 3 of these items are top priorities.

[DM05]

Did anyone ask ML who else was interviewed for the position. Or is that not public info. Just curious?

Probably won't be made public, unless the candidate that interviewed makes it public on their own.

[EC8CH]

Interesting that Entz said his number one priority is new recruits. Getting ready for payoff game was number 2. Likely just based on the early signing period coming up so soon. I believe he said number i3 s getting to know all players in his new position. All 3 of these items are top priorities.

Priorities seem straight to me.

#1 Lock down new recruits
#2 Prepare for Championship
#2a Hire staff for next year
#3 Win Championship
#4 Celebrate
#5 Prepare for next year as head coach

[BisonFanAnn]

New recruits have to be the priority today. They have a little time off, then a couple of weeks to prepare for EWU.

I suspect that this week is focused on new recruits even if there isn't a coaching change.

[HerdBot]

Interesting that Entz said his number one priority is new recruits. Getting ready for playoff game was number 2. Likely just based on the early signing period coming up so soon. I believe he said number i3 s getting to know all players in his new position. All 3 of these items are top priorities.

Considering signing day is in 48 hours and Frisco is in 3 weeks... and final signing day is in February. Makes sense. It's still Klieman's job to to coach the team.

[CAS4127]

Did anyone ask ML who else was interviewed for the position. Or is that not public info. Just curious?

I know at least 2 others were interviewed, and a maybe on a third.

Also think Mess should be “promoted” to OC/Assistant HC with an accompanying bump in salary. Assuming he is staying of course.


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[Bison Dan]

I know at least 2 others were interviewed, and a maybe on a third.

Also think Mess should be “promoted” to OC/Assistant HC with an accompanying bump in salary. Assuming he is staying of course.


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Glad Bubba turned it down!

[Rixen]

I know at least 2 others were interviewed, and a maybe on a third.

Also think Mess should be “promoted” to OC/Assistant HC with an accompanying bump in salary. Assuming he is staying of course.


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Agree with cas. Wonder if assc HC title would ruffle other HC hopeful on staff though?

[THEsocalledfan]

https://www.kansas.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article223215485.html

Sounds like Klieman is making some staff decisions this week; betting after signing day. I think we will have some clarity by Friday.

[CyPanth]

https://www.kansas.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article223215485.html

Sounds like Klieman is making some staff decisions this week; betting after signing day. I think we will have some clarity by Friday.



I wonder what Klieman is telling recruits about his plans, especially for OC. If I were a recruit, I would be very interested in knowing who I would be working with on a daily basis.

[norm4life]

Seems like he won the dang press conference