And good for the president and AD for making the right decision.
We know the next two years will be tough due to no home stadium. Plus, NU has to figure out how to navigate the transfer portal, NIL, and the Western expansion of the B1G. Braun will have two years to work his tail off recruiting staff, returning players, HS standouts, and transfers with the promise of a shiny new stadium.
If he fails, he still earned invaluable experience and money at a much higher level than he ever imagined a couple years ago. And NU saved some money (pending lawsuits) with an inexperienced coach during inevitable transition years. Then they can spend big and hire a new coach with a better plan when NU opens against South Dakota State in 2026.
If he succeeds, well, we'll all be happy. And we can thank Fitz for hiring this diamond in the rough.
We know the next two years will be tough due to no home stadium. Plus, NU has to figure out how to navigate the transfer portal, NIL, and the Western expansion of the B1G. Braun will have two years to work his tail off recruiting staff, returning players, HS standouts, and transfers with the promise of a shiny new stadium.
If he fails, he still earned invaluable experience and money at a much higher level than he ever imagined a couple years ago. And NU saved some money (pending lawsuits) with an inexperienced coach during inevitable transition years. Then they can spend big and hire a new coach with a better plan when NU opens against South Dakota State in 2026.
If he succeeds, well, we'll all be happy. And we can thank Fitz for hiring this diamond in the rough.