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I've been pleased with him these past two seasons. He's been tested by our coaches and opposing teams and regularly answered with standout performances. Teams seem to have caught on pretty quickly both seasons that throwing his way won't end up going too well.

Sorry if the title appears to be click bait. I'm trying to change it to something else but can't figure out how.

Interesting statistic... I'm wondering what his actual stock is amongst NFL teams and if he'll get a chance at the next level. Would certainly add to his already amazing story. He had a very strong year last season too so he's certainly shown consistent production...

And the WR from Western Michigan last year.... (Name escapes me but went 5th overall)

CBS Sports published a mock draft today. The only G5 players they have projected in round 1 are Courtland Sutton (WR, SMU, 5th overall to the Broncos), Marcus Davenport (DE, UTSA, 25th overall to the Titans), and Will Hernandez (OG, UTEP, 29th overall to the Vikings). Interesting to see 2 CUSA guys go in the first round. Hopefully we see a UNT player here in the next few years. https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2018-nfl-mock-draft-bengals-select-qb-baker-mayfield-to-replace-andy-dalton/amp/ 5. Denver Broncos Courtland Sutton, WR, SMU. Whether it be Tyrod Taylor, Kirk Cousins, Andrew Luck or Eli Manning, I'm still betting on John Elway adding a veteran quarterback this offseason. Therefore, Sutton would be a logical selection to improve the environment around said veteran quarterback. He's a large, jump-ball wideout with nice wiggle in space. 25. Tennessee Titans Marcus Davenport, DE, Texas-San Antonio. Davenport has everything you'd want in a three-down defensive lineman. Length, explosiveness, pass-rush moves, power, bend, and a non-stop motor. He may need to gain some weight to hold up better against the run, but the Titans would love to pair him with Brian Orakpo on their defense. 29. Minnesota Vikings Will Hernandez, OG, UTEP. The Vikings roster is loaded. It just needs some interior reinforcement along the offensive line. Hernandez has dominated at UTEP at left guard and has NFL size.

Most of our students live in DFW so HoD was convenient AND cheap. You're asking kids to go to new Orleans when most of them aren't old enough to enjoy the bar scene and the trip is only for one night and a direct trip back after the game. Those that are old enough to enjoy what NO has to offer will be graduating or attending their close friend's graduations. Some here tried warning the date and opponent would not attract the crowd most of you think it would attract but that was shot down. I for one can't go. Could have made it to HoD or a local week day bowl easily.

Maybe they can at least give them the night off after the game?

My thoughts as well. Was.merely pointing out that we should be able to compete against the other offers for him if we were to begin recruiting him.

Per 247, this guy's only offers are from Sam Houston State and Texas State https://247sports.com/Player/Marquise-Conchola-86696. We should have a decent chance at him even now, no? I agree with the others though.

I just don't see: -WKU losing to Georgia State -MTSU (Stockstill missed weeks 3 through 9 but has 14 TD passes in 6 games including 3 in a W against Syracuse and 30+ points in every game since he's been back) losing to Ark State - FAU losing to Akron - UAB losing to Ohio I think there's solid 4 Ws and that UNT (vs Troy), Marshall (vs Colorado State, Herd struggled late in the yeat but hopefully can regroup leading up to the bowl), La Tech (vs SMU), and FIU (vs Temple) all have very good chances of winning. Should be a good bowl season and I think we will have a good showing. We're just getting no respect. And let's no forget USM has been a giant killer before and FSU has vastly underperformed this year.

I see 5-7 wins. Would be good for SMU to lose. It's critical we as a conference have a strong showing. I'll be a fan of every CUSA team for their bowl games.

All these rankings are making me feel a bit better... If we end up beating them, maybe it'll help improve the national perception amongst the media which will help us gain some more positive attention going into off-season and into next year. Seems like there is hope after all.

My issue with people saying "do you really believe UCF can compete with Clemson or these other teams" is that some of these top 10 P5 teams with even just 1 loss have really bad 1 losses. Clemson lost to Syracuse (yes, I understand Clemon's qb was hurt), Miami lost to Pitt and had they beat Clemson in the ACC championship would be in the playoffs, Ohio State got smoked by Iowa, TCU and OU both lost to Iowa State who is hard to read, and I could go on. UCF could definitely best Syracuse, Iowa State, Pitt, and Iowa so if those teams are good enough to beat these playoff contenders, UCF has a shot just like Houston had a shot the past 2 years. At least give the top G5 a shot. After all, that is why they play the game.

But how many people know he went to Troy...

Wow I spoke too soon. Assuming no last second changes, I'll take troy over Arkansas state only because of the year they've had.

Troy by far. Didn't like the matchup to begin with but today just gets worst and worst for us to end the season. Still a great year but wow...

For the above post, it's an honest question.

Do people feel differently about playing an 8 win Arkansas state as opposed to what would have been a 10 win Troy with an LSU win?

@Ben Gooding Our coaching staff reminds of Jason Garrett. No emotion, little to no risk when your back is against the wall, nothing but coach speak. Funny thing is, the Cowboys were 13-3 last year but won so many games by close scores and off last minute drives. Look at them this year - young but on the wrong side of those close games due to a younger defense and exposed offense (injuries and suspensions haven't helped). Although I think both teams have hope, I expect UNT to follow the same path next season as they fall on the losing side of those close games. The law of averages will catch up unless we get some big transfers or recruits ready to play. I think there's hope for the future but I wouldn't be surprised to see us finish closer to 6-6 if we can't replace some of these veterans on defense and get more depth on the offrnsive line.

In the minority because most of you want a fun trip but I would have wanted New Mexico against top 25 Fresno state or SDSU. Would have been a good game with lots of free ESPN coverage. Shootout full of highlights against well regarding g5 teams from a top g5 conference. Instead a team we beat from CUSA will get that great matchup and we'll be brushed aside as playing in one of the bowl games nobody cares about.

Believe me I didn't gloss over your post I fully realize that you picked all but one regular season p5 upset to prove one side of your point and selective bowl losses to prove the other side of your point. Regular season vs bowl games but ok you're not picking and choosing what works for you. By the way, southern miss had around 10 straight winning seasons starting with that 2000 team that beat Alabama. Regarding one game not making or breaking one program I agree. My issue is UNT really doesn't have much to break while a quality signature win really can propel us forward. Just differing opinions. I see a new Orleans bowl loss as keeping us where we've been for their past decade and a win not doing much for us. That's my problem. It's like game planning to not lose when in reality risks are a necessary evil some times. I think this is one of those times.

I just need to ask... If we wanted to keep playing the Sun Belt and in New Orleans, why move to CUSA? I understand if we were 6-6 or 7-5, but if we wanted to finish 9-3 with one game left only to play the Sun Belt, why leave the belt? And how disheartening is it to realize that UNT can play in the conference championship game and this still be our ceiling? Other conference teams we beat will play in more reputable bowls against more reputable opponents than us despite our record. Just kills me.

You can't point out Southern Miss as 8-4 on a "down year" but not point out La Tech as "barely bowl eligible" without mentioning they're on a down year. After all, southern miss has gone 0-12, 1-11, and 3-9 since that 2009 bowl and has one 12 win season, one 9 win season, and two 8 win seasons including this season so to be determined (7-6 is the one missing season). Overall, pretty up and down but 8-4 is not a down year for them looking at the entire picture since 2009. LaTech had three straight 9 win season from 2014 to 2016, this year being a down year. They also won 9 games in 2012, with a bad 2013 campaign sandwiched between the two. Don't be selective with your criticism and analysis. There's more to your post that I just don't want to comment on because it would be more of a waste of time.

Thank you.

You mean Top 25 ranked Fresno from the Moutain West with Boise State and other strong programs? The elusive winnable game against a top 25 team that we've all been asking for? A win against a conference known to be respectable that we've talked about hopefully joining on this board? I don't care about dates. I care about opponent. Yes, Fresno state would be a good game and possibly a good win. Would be a shootout that would get lots of ESPN coverage by the way. Talk about extra recruiting.