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I was there and would make this comment about Meager, he looked good. He has really filled out and put on some strength and size. He's not the scrawny kid running for his life from a couple of years ago. I couldn't help but think about how the past regime had so poorly handled his maturation into the program, how he was fed to the wolves. He's a junior now and I think he may surprise some people this Fall - I really do.

Bump again! See we're not that bad now are we?

Greenblooded no offense was meant buddy. We appreciate very much that you provided the post on the uni's - problem is the AD is really trying to promote their event and we want to work with them on that since it benefits the program as a whole. Please repost everything after Saturday and we will leave it alone. Sorry bout that and appreciate your contributions here on the board.

We need more corporate headquarters in Denton!!! Only one of significance now is Sally Beauty.

http://meangreen.beloblog.com/ Steve Hammond sent me an e-mail today inquiring about the whereabouts of former North Texas quarterback Scott Hall. I talked to Scott a few days ago for our on-going series about Fouts Field's history and the possibility of the school replacing the stadium. By the way, the last part of the series will be in tomorrow's paper. While I was at it, I asked Scott what he was up to these days. Scott is -- get this -- a lumber trader. He helps broker deals for a company in South Texas. Scott said he thought about getting into the coaching profession, but thought better of it after his career started to take off. When I talked to Scott, he had just gotten back from his honeymoon. He mentioned that he planed to have kids someday and that might be his path back into football. Maybe UNT will have another quarterback on the way someday. It is interesting that Hall's name came up on the day UNT announced its latest Hall of Fame class. Scott should be a shoe-in for a spot in the Hall soon after he becomes eligible.

Kudos to EC for sharing this with the fans.

Rick thank you for taking the time to update us. Always great to hear from you and thanks for all that you are doing for the Mean Green!

George we don't always agree but I consider you to be one of the most passionate, knowledgable and loyal Mean Green Fans in the history of this program. This is a special day for all Mean Green Fans because you are a great example of what a true supporter and fan should be at North Texas. You have been there through thick and thin for the Mean Green and I know all true Mean Green Fans out there share my gratitude. You have set the bar high my friend. In a way, George is responsible for what is now evolved into GOMEANGREEN.COM as his expert commentary shared on the old AOL message boards back in the day helped feed my fire and ultimately inspired me to start this website. Happy Birthday to one of our Very Best! GMG!

Aggies report: Inside slant http://www.sportsline.com/collegefootball/teams/report/UTST The defense was dominant during spring drills. That's to be expected, with the Aggies returning all 11 starters and six other players who started at least three games from last year's 1-11 team. The group is a year older and coach Brent Guy hopes that experience lends itself to a better performance in 2007. Darrell Dickey was brought in as the new offensive coordinator to get the Aggies' offense, which lost its top quarterback, Riley Nelson, and top running back, Marcus Cross, in gear. "I'm very pleased with the attitude and ability of the kids we have here," Dickey said. "We have made some progress in the first two weeks. We still have a long ways to go, but I'm encouraged so far about our overall team and especially with the offense." With Dickey running the offense, one would expect the Aggies to be a bit more wide open. Dickey isn't tipping his hand, choosing first to identify his best personnel before printing the playbook in ink. Copyright © 2007 The Sports Xchange. All Rights Reserved.

Adam Hill - Louisiana Monroe - played High School at Arlington Lamar! How'd we let this one slip away?

http://meangreen.beloblog.com/ The Sun Belt Conference just released its preseason all-conference team and coaches poll at the league's annual media days. UNT is picked to finish seventh out of eight teams in the league in the poll that is voted on by conference's head coaches. Troy was picked to win the title and received five out of the eight first-place votes. Arkansas State, Louisiana-Monroe and Florida Atlantic also received first-place votes. UNT had four players named to the all-conference team that is voted on by the league's coaches and select media members. Linebacker Maurice Holman, defensive lineman Jeremiah Chapman and defensive back Aaron Weathers were all named to the team. The Mean Green's other selection was punter Truman Spencer. Troy quarterback Omar Haugabook and Arkansas State defensive back Tyrell Johnson were named the Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, respectively. The following is the poll and the all-conference team. Preseason Sun Belt poll The following is the Preseason Sun Belt Conference Poll as voted on by the league's eight head coaches. First place votes are in parenthesis. 1. Troy (5) 59 2. Middle Tennessee 44 3. Arkansas State (1) 43 T4. Louisiana-Lafayette 37 T4. Louisiana-Monroe (1) 37 6. Florida Atlantic (1) 36 7. North Texas 22 8. Florida Internationa 10 Preseason All-Sun Belt team The following is the Preseason All-Sun Belt Conference as voted on by the league's head coaches and selected media members. Offense QB: Omar Haugabook, Troy RB: Tyrell Fenroy, Louisiana-Lafayette; Calvin Dawson, Louisiana-Monroe WR: LaGregory Sapp, Louisiana-Monroe; Gary Banks, Troy TE: Zeek Zacharie, Louisiana-Monroe OL: Matt Mandich, Arkansas State; Jesse Newman, Louisiana-Lafayette; Kyle Cunningham, Louisiana-Monroe; Adam Hill, Louisiana-Monroe; Franklin Dunbar, Middle Tennessee Defense DL: Josh Pinnick, Florida Atlantic; Tavares Jones, Middle Tennessee; Erik Walden, Middle Tennessee; Jeremiah Chapman, North Texas LB: Koby McKinnon, Arkansas State; Cergile Sincere, Florida Atlantic; Maurice Holman, North Texas DB: Tyrell Johnson, Arkansas State; Damon Nickson, Middle Tennessee; Aaron Weathers, North Texas; Leodis McKelvin, Troy Special teams P: Truman Spencer, North Texas PK: Drew Edmiston, Louisiana-Lafayette RS: Damon Nickson, Middle Tennessee Preseason Offensive Player of the Year: Omar Haugabook, Troy Preseason Defensive Player of the Year: Tyrell Johnson, Arkansas State http://meangreen.beloblog.com/

Hopefully just a minor setback for Johnny. Some team will give him a shot and they will be very glad they did.

Congrats to Plum on reaching this major Gomeangreen.com milestone!

David Layton has joined Presbyterian Hospital of Denton as the marketing manager. In his new role, Layton will coordinate marketing, advertising, media, public relations and community education activities as well as assist with internal and external communications, and activities to enhance the hospital visibility in Denton and surrounding communities, according to a news release. Layton has a bachelor’s degree in journalism in broadcast news from the University of North Texas and a certificate of achievement in the leadership development program from the Niagara Institute. Before joining Presbyterian Hospital of Denton, Layton served as executive director of the North Texas Exes alumni association. He also previously served as vice president of Wells Fargo. Layton, a graduate and former co-chairman of Leadership Denton, serves on committees for the Denton school district Adopt-A-School program, Denton Holiday Festival Association and First United Methodist Church in Denton. He has served on numerous local committees and was previously named a Denton Community Rising Star. He also was nominated for the State of Texas Governor’s Volunteer Award by Gov. Rick Perry.

Man GMG that is really good info and great to hear! Major kudos to the Denton Chapter and Coach Dodge.

Rivals has him as the 15th best WR in the State, 4.5 speed and in the high jump got 2nd place in State! Also an amazing basketball player! The level of recruiting that is taking place under Dodge is simply amazing!

http://meangreen.beloblog.com/ UNT lands another Caddo Mills wide receiver Desmond Brigham (6-2, 180) said Wednesday that he has orally committed to North Texas. Brigham caught 42 passes for 742 yards and seven touchdowns last season when he was named first-team All-District 12-2A. Brigham said he chose UNT over offers from Arkansas, Iowa State, Missouri and Louisiana-Monroe. Oral commitments are non-binding. The first day a recruit in the class of 2008 can sign a national letter of intent is Feb. 6.

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You mean to tell me that there wasn't an alum from the DFW area or at least Texas who was not qualified for this gig? Not saying the guy isn't qualified but this would seem to be a position that an alum/graduate would be better suited to fill?

Not meanaing to be a negative Ned but I really think SMU will be good this year. Add to that, Bennett just cannot lose this game. I mean if he loses this game two years in a row it would probably mean he loses his job unless he won CUSA and got them to a bowl. This is the best on paper team SMU has had post death penalty in my opinion.

Find this and other podcasts on www.theflyingworm.com or itunes. Mucho thanks to Mitch for participating in the podcast! Also big thanks to Smitty for the new podcast Logo. GMG!

You can artificially create a bubble in which these student athletes can prosper. Just ask TCU. My point is money can cure a lot of issues.

Sorry - Dunbar is a RB signee that won't be here till 08. I was counting my chickens.

Personally I didn't see enough out of Cam Montgomery to give a fair evaluation. Questions as whether Evan will be back. Could Mosley see time as a frosh...probably a stretch. What about Deavin Cox? What about Dunbar? We all know that J-Mo hasn't played a healthy season since he's been here. I just wonder if the depth behind him is going to be sufficient. I would feel better if a James Mitchell type was still around.