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So do I redirect the thousands of dollars in donations per year to Athletics MGSF and special projects to NIL??? Or am I and others like me supposed to also now fund the players “salaries” on top of all this while the coaches and administrators make millions in salary? The whole system is unsustainable and quite bluntly, F’d. Make the schools themselves pay for this shit. UNT has a like 600 million dollar a year budget. Pay salaries, put players on contracts, and call it a University marketing expense. Also I’m a fan - I’ll complain about or praise anything I want at any time. Stop blaming our fans. It’s old and tiresome and I’ll continue to call it out every time I see this line of idiocy.

When you lose to the community college in San Antonio, that should be an automatic firing

IN THE PIT. Basketball deserves all the eyes and attention that football has been getting. A HIGHLY respected program across the country and continues to put quality teams on the court. Sell out DATCU? Nah, SELL OUT THE PIT! GMG.

"Well crap. There goes our Heisman chances."---just released statement from every member of the East Carolina offense

Hey everyone, I've been trying to find ways to support the players via NIL, and one of the ways I am doing that is by hosting a sports card show, and bringing in some UNT players to sign autographs. The first athlete I've hired is Chandler Morris, and in addition to the money I'm paying him, the best way to support him is by having a great turnout and making him feel loved. So to that extent, you're all invited to be a part of that on November 16 from 2pm-3pm at Vista Ridge in Lewisville. You can get free tickets here by using the code UNT. Hope to see anyone who can make it there! JUST ADDED: DT Sheffield as well. I hope to see lots of local GMGers out there showing support!

I went in thinking we could match-up well. I did not realize they were just a bigger, better team. They are. however, what I saw was a team that did not give up….there is no quit in this team. In past seasons, our teams would quit getting down early. We were in this game at the end….which is what you want to be. That gives me hope and encouragement. Tere are a lot on this board that hate on this team…I don’t get it…but be who you are. Not a problem this team does not quit, and for that, I am proud to support them. We will win more games this year than the majority predicted. We were picked 6th I believe. looking forward to the Army game. Come on out and support the team.

For years, we've been told by coaches and Athletic Directors, that every coach needs a 5 year contract. Otherwise, they can't recruit......because the kids want to know that the coach will be there for all of his/her playing career. In the day and age of The Portal....isn't the "it must be a 5 year contract" thing.....moot???

I'm glad Caponi is gone. His firing is long past due. My problem is that most people knew during Morris' first year that Caponi wasn't the answer for our defense... except Morris. Morris let Caponi go into his first season at UNT without the players to run his 3-3-5 defensive scheme, and so UNT finished dead last in defense that season. Morris allowed Caponi to continue force feeding us the 3-3-5 going into year 2, and Caponi brought in a bunch of transfers, but the results have still sucked, even after we implemented more traditional schemes. And to make things worse... Morris has a habit of passing up points and going for it on 4th, which hasn't been successful against teams that can actually win games. Plus, Morris has no jumbo package for short yardage situations, which makes it easier for defenses to scheme against us on 4th down attempts. All of that to say, Morris is also a big reason why our defense sucks. Morris' decision making tends to place our defense in tough positions. Who is going to rein him in.

Until Coach Keebler learns that the offense needs to complement the defense.....I'm not sure how much is gonna change. You can't constantly be going for it on 4th down. You need to play field position. You need to learn to "tilt the field" occasionally. You need to take 3 when it's available. So not sure that firing Caponi solves all our probs.

He was just an expensive insurance policy. He was never going to beat out the returning starter. He will only play if the starter goes down but what a nice option to fall back on. I'm happy with the QB we have now!

Comparing overall records of past coaches can be misleading. Compare Dickey’s non conference opponents to those non conference opponents of any coach since and It’s not even in the same universe. Yet from ‘01’ to 04’ he found a niche that worked in conference play. And he did it in possibly the most decrepit facility in FBS to recruit to for fractional pay compared to what the last three coaches have enjoyed. Rick

Per the AD, be there. If you can't, put it on the TV or phone. Per me, even if you can be there, leave your TV on at home with the game playing so your dog can watch. Can't hurt the ratings and the best friend should get to watch the game. https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/ncaa/north-texas-football-espn-2-tulane/287-627eee49-9819-473b-8d6b-c471b7908ad8?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2ODhgMsqBYNqalWvWQugJ46yn1JOnDaEnY3IxlfA5lqnYvaA_S7rB5Dco_aem_1yN-WBFD6DqbddN3I-JwbQ

I believe it was time for Seth to move on but it's hard to understand why some of you will be so happy that he was fired from OU.

NT 54 --------- Minnesota 51 Final

Army is an incredibly classy program and playing them and having them in the conference is a powerful boost to the credibility of OUR program. I’ve been to 99% of the games at DATCU and that is the best that stadium has ever looked. It is also impressive how, after the game, Army comes to our side and stands at attention for the playing of our school song. That type of respect for others is missing in our society now. I wanted Army to lose against us, but I will be rooting for them the rest of the season.

I loved Coach Mike Leach....as a football personality. He was quite a hoot. But, I hope like Hell that Eric Morris is the last guy we hire from The Mike Leach Coaching Tree. Because, I am sick of this kind of football.

Everyone hates on Stone. I am not related to Stone, but I feel the need to defend him. Stone has never said a bad word about North Texas. He didn't walk on, we recruited him. He has given us 100% and done what he can. I am hoping he proves all the haters wrong. He is a good person and didn't transfer to a lower level to get playing time. He has played the role we have asked and not complained. Can we please stop hating on him?

It's my understanding it'll be the end of his contract, so he simply won't be renewed. "We fixed the glitch"

Man if I ripped off two 75-yard TDs I would be insufferable. Asking for a little NIL isn't nearly close to egregious haha

Not to make major decisions, no. However, to get a sense for how supporters are feeling…yes.

I hope EM has Colby Carthel on speed dial offering him the DC for next year. He recruits well to SFA, he could even better at UNT with its much better facilities

Bonnie Brae should have been widened when the Stadium was built. Dumb.

3/4ths of this board have definitely been blocked by an ex on instagram

UNT ATHLETICS: Wilson and Jane Jones Donate $1 Million to Athletics Center Expansion Project Wilson Jones is 1985 UNT graduate DENTON, Texas – Wilson and Jane Jones have donated $1 million to UNT Athletics’ on-going fundraising efforts toward the Athletics Center expansion project, Vice President and Director of Athletics Jared Mosley announced Tuesday. This $1 million gift helped kick start UNT Athletics' fundraising campaign for the Athletics Center Expansion, which aims to enhance the student-athlete experience through a focus on holistic development both in the classroom and in competition. The expansion will provide state-of-the-art facilities designed to support student-athletes' physical, mental, and academic growth. "I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Wilson and Jane Jones for their continued support of UNT,” Mosley said. “Their belief in the power of sports as a transformational tool has made an incredible impact on our student-athletes. “Through their generosity, they will help us Build Champions and Prepare Leaders long into the future. Their commitment to our mission inspires us every day, and we are proud to have them as partners in this journey. Thank you for believing in our vision and for making a lasting difference in the lives of our student-athletes." The Jones’ gift is the 11th of $1 million or more in UNT Athletics history. Wilson Jones is a 1985 UNT graduate. The family previously donated $5 million to UNT in 2022 to create The Wilson Jones Career Center in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business. He retired as CEO of Oshkosh Corporation in 2021. Jones led the company to a No. 8 ranking on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies list, a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award for being one of the best places to work, recognition as a Military Friendly Employer by Victory Media and one of Ethisphere Institute’s World’s Most Ethical Companies, as well as a spot as one of The Wall Street Journal's “Best Managed Companies” from 2017 to 2019. “As a proud graduate of UNT, I have seen firsthand the power of higher education and the role athletics plays in shaping the lives and futures of young leaders,” Jones said. “Jane and I are excited to contribute and support the Athletics Center Expansion campaign. UNT had a profound impact on helping me reach my full potential, and we hope this Athletics Center Expansion project will help student-athletes reach theirs.” Jones was named one of the top CEOs of 2018 and was honored with the UNT Distinguished Alumni Award and inducted into the G. Brint Ryan College of Business Hall of Fame in 2021. The Athletics Center expansion will be completed in two phases with phase one focusing on space for strength and conditioning. The remodel will expand that area of emphasis from its current 6,180 square feet to more than 20,000 – more than three times its original size. For more information on the Athletics Center expansion visit: www.MeanGreenSports.com/ACExpansion --GMG--

Can Ross coach Football?

I’m surprised there hasn’t been much talk on here about this play. Not sure how many of you watched the game on TV, but I did. Watching the replay, I have no idea how the review refs could not see the ball break the plane before his knee went down. It looked pretty clear to me. A 10-7 lead there would have made a huge difference in the game. I know we all felt extremely confident in our offense scoring there (2nd & goal from the 1/4-yd line), but it didn’t happen, for whatever reasons. Massive miss there. Also the INT that was overturned by replay… another miss (**EDIT** not an INT, it was the fumble. I got legitimate turnovers conflated!), even though we wound up forcing the punt. All that said, the game was decided on the 2 INTs Morris threw in the end zone. He simply can’t throw those.

This will be three straight games on ESPN2 and five straight on linear television. Let's go and take advantage. I believe attendance will be greater for the Army game already across the board: alumni, students, opposing fans. I know we're pissed about the Tulane game but we've got an extra week to get the sour taste out. Going 2-2 on this Memphis/Tulane/Army/UTSA stretch would still be a lot better than last year's 0for on the Tulane/Memphis/UTSA/SMU gauntlet.

He has no right to be calling out fans when he hasn’t done his job well enough yet.

100% Agree!!! https://footballscoop.com/news/eric-morris-to-north-texas-fans-complaining-about-11-a-m-kick-get-over-yourself Great Quote - "People complaining about 11 o'clock, like, get over yourself. You can go back to the Southland Conference and pick when you want (to play). We don't get to pick it. You're playing, for the third or fourth time this year, a national TV game. Get over yourself, get up a little earlier, come tailgate and have fun, then go home and enjoy those late games on your couch."

Without player contracts i won't be donating to player salaries. I contribute my share already. Until it becomes a binding agreement and not an annual auction, I'll be staying away from NIL

A University that produces rich, successful alumni that love sports, hate losing and are willing to spend their money to influence change in the athletic department.

Step 5: Explain why Zach Orr is the OC

I think both EM and Mosley are feeling the backlash from everybody. There has to be someone aware of this forum under Mosley reporting back to get the pulse. I mean they’re not gonna go ask students how things are. I agree 100% about the firing, but this no way clears EM. This is still his team and his decisions that have us where we are. Keep that seat HOT!

I’m glad the fire is getting closer to EM’s tail. This team needs to be on urgent alert. The D will be tested next Saturday for sure. Hopefully this new intensity spawns a big win over ECU. GMG

I don't know about you guys, but I've seen enough of Eric Morriss. He doesn't have it.

I think we're building a brand...it's kinda why I want to see more 54-51-esque games...this defense is a known commodity in basketball circles and was on full display tonight, especially in the first half. that's our identity and it seems like all the new kids have bought in to it. it's not gonna always be a pretty game on the offensive end, but if that commitment to UNT defense is there every game, we're always gonna be tough to beat

Loss is 100% on the Morris’. Worst game Eric Morris has called by a mile. The offensive game plan and execution flat out sucked. Wasted a really great defensive effort as weird as that is to say. I came in thinking our defense was about to get railroaded, and to my surprise they held up and kept Daily in check by and large. Hats off to Caponi and crew. I was shocked. 3 pts is a complete joke. Most frustrated I’ve been with a loss in a long time. Just awful. Massive opportunity blown AGAIN in front of a great crowd. I’m tired of this movie. Seen it too many times.

I would love too, but at 81 with severe spinal stenosis [narrowing of the spine in lower back]I have chronic pain and just can't walk that far from parking. The last time we played at Army[ we won ] I took my 15 year old grandson. Great trip!

I didn’t realize UNT, a program with only 3 winning seasons over the last 19 years, could turn their noses up at a potential 8 win season.

I'm really not liking our CFP chances.

UH is 15th in the BigXII. That seem impossible.

I guess I'm crazy enough to think that the head coach making a million per year and the AD making high six figures with an empire of VPs under him should earn THEIR money. I don't get paid by the university to perform, they do. I grew tired of the "do your part to make us successful" speech in the RV days. North Texas has advantages other schools with less don't have and they figure it out. I'm sure we'll get a lecture from the AD when 18K (reported) show up to a half empty stadium on Saturday. But hey, 11K butts in seats is pretty good considering "A, B, C.....name your moral victory here." Let's use the standard for alumni and fans that we have to use for on field performance. Should've beaten Memphis. But you didn't. Call me when we're ranked, call me when we win 11 games....like UTSA has done recently. Do their alumni and fans give more than we do?

Fire Caponi, Fire Morris, hell... Fire Brett Vito and move the basketball forum above football PERMANENTLY.

Some of the play calling decisions were very questionable tonight.

We were there. We were all there. Joe Greene. Lizzie Greene. The Mean Green. Largest parade in school history. A game that featured two of the top quarterbacks in the nation. And a victory to top it all off. Fly Like An Eagle!

Was watching WFAA news at 10 last night and they had a whole segment on Mean Green's game this weekend. They talked about the bonfire and interviewed Morris and he said there was a little more "juice" in practice. I tried to find it on their website, but couldn't. I watch WFAA all the time and I will say they have been talking more about Mean Green in general.

UNT is 5-2. One game away from bowl eligibility with 5 to play. The offense is one of the best in the country. Yes the defense is struggling. But there are some key defenders that were available at Memphis. With complete roster turnover this team is ahead of schedule. At some points on offense last night this team had 5 true freshman out there. And still went toe to toe with a Memphis team that had over a million more to spend in NIL and roster building. Below is a pre fall depth chart. All players in red were unavailable for Memphis game. #GMG show up for homecoming and cheer on a fun team.

I neither root for nor against the guy. Seeing as he is very unlikely to make an NFL roster, this was probably his last opportunity to make good money from football. He's had the opportunity to show what he can do playing for FBS teams, now he gets his "retirement plan," so to speak. I was very disappointed when he left, but it's hard to blame the guy. As @Shark84 mentions, I have been pleasantly surprised that we actually upgraded the position when he left. So it's a win for all parties concerned.