A new and better FBS thread

[WhoRepsTheLurker]

Well if you believe comment-section rumors, NDSU already turned down the MWC, so there’s that (I don't believe this of course, as comment sections are typically quite full of BS ...).

However, there is one scenario that I think people need to keep in the back of their minds, and that would be forces in FCS trying to "even the playing" field by taking scholarships away from perennial powers like NDSU. NCAA runs the show (in FCS anyways) so it is not entirely out of the question, and I’ve seen grumbling to this effect on other FCS fan forums (looking at you Bobcats).

In my opinion, if something like this ever gains momentum, NDSU has to GTFO of FCS ASAP. That’s just my opinion, of course.

[marenlee]

I know we all like shitting on MACtion and the Slumbelt. IMO I think that's the only way we get an invite and move up. Only way MWC or American would come calling NDSU is after being established and doing well in the MAC or Sunbelt.

[Hammersmith]

I know we all like shitting on MACtion and the Slumbelt. IMO I think that's the only way we get an invite and move up. Only way MWC or American would come calling NDSU is after being established and doing well in the MAC or Sunbelt.

Agreed. First thing is to get your foot in the door.

[TAILG8R]

Agreed. First thing is to get your foot in the door.

Can't believe I am letting myself get pulled into this but if that is the case it's a necessity that the initial deal with one of those leagues doesn't handcuff us for too long. 3-5 years and out

[Hammersmith]

Can't believe I am letting myself get pulled into this but if that is the case it's a necessity that the initial deal with one of those leagues doesn't handcuff us for too long. 3-5 years and out

Also agreed.

[El_Chapo]

I do think that Boise is leaving the MWC one way or another. But unfortunately, I don't believe that will translate to an NDSU invite. Despite having higher average attendance than half of the MWC (even in our small stadium) and despite traveling better than any of them, the MWC will look to a Texas school or possibly NMSU. We just haven't laid any of the groundwork or done any of the lobbying necessary for such an invitation to come.

DING DING DING!! that's why i been screaming for the last 5 years. we shouldve been doing this.

[56BISON73]

Mountain West would be a huge step up from western Illinois und indiana state. give me a break.

big 10 never.
big 12.. Maybe if we had a 50,000 seat stadium

To compare apples to apples in the bottom of the barrel comparison is New Mexico and San Jose State really better than WIU and ISU-B for curb appeal????????
This is the MWC boner your going to hang your hat on??????

[westnodak93bison]

DING DING DING!! that's why i been screaming for the last 5 years. we shouldve been doing this.

How are you so certain "ground work" has not been done?

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[Professorbum]

How are you so certain "ground work" has not been done?

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The pres and the AD have told us as much on many occasions.

[bisonaudit]

The pres and the AD have told us as much on many occasions.

I think maybe people hear what they want to hear.