"I look forward to working with him in the near future and to talk about our vision for the Nebraska football program." The word "near" has me wondering, but maybe I'm reading too much into it.
Mike Riley statement on Moos
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standard coach speak, dont overthink it
Reading between the lines here..."I'm ready to discuss my early retirement package."
Just coach speak. Riley knows he is going to get fired.
Riley is knowingly making public statements that he wants to continue as the head coach at Nebraska. I believe he really wants to get the job done. However, he also realizes that he will stay the Nebraska coach until the university states otherwise and it is negotiated that he collects the remainder of the salary on his contract.
He isn’t going to make any statements that could/would be considered a breach of contract...seems pretty simple. Winking
He isn’t going to make any statements that could/would be considered a breach of contract...seems pretty simple. Winking
does he? I think he has to be a little bit relieved that we hired an adult for the job. He's known since he took the job that he had to win to keep it. It could get really interesting if he some how figured out a way to win out.
What the heck do they do then? Yikes. Would not want to be the one sitting in the AD's chair then. Heck even if he wins 7 and loses a close one to PSU it's a no win situation for the AD.Yeah. I guess my scenario is assuming we don't win out. I think we will lose big at PSU, lose to Iowa, and then probably lose one of the other three.does he? I think he has to be a little bit relieved that we hired an adult for the job. He's known since he took the job that he had to win to keep it. It could get really interesting if he some how figured out a way to win out.
But your point is valid. I just can't get out of my head the notion that the decision to fire Riley had already been made after the NIU loss and with the firing of Eichorst. It just hasn't been made known to anyone, including Riley. But Riley ain't no fool. He has to know in his gut where this is headed
well the powers that be making that decision will maybe have to study things a little harder then IF we do something unexpected. It makes me chuckle just thinking about it. Gotta love it. I suspect the odds are pretty good though that he's only gonna get to 7 at best and if last night is any indication PSU will cream us.
It's in your head. I think they made a decision to get an AD in here, let the season play out, and then in conjunction with the new AD decide Riley's fate. They wanted the AD here just in case things continued to go south...and they have thus far.
I believe the Eichorst firing is an indication of the changing of the guard, Eichorst was Perlmans guy. Couple that with the poor performance of Athletics in general and and then the reasoning and process behind hiring Riley led to his firing
If Riley can win everyone is happy and he keeps his job even with the embarrassments on the field so far in his tenure
does he? I think he has to be a little bit relieved that we hired an adult for the job. He's known since he took the job that he had to win to keep it. It could get really interesting if he some how figured out a way to win out.
You are dreaming. If the Huskers play like they did against Ohio State (at Home) they will lose to Purdue (on the Road).
I would like to see 7 wins. But I just can't. Best shot I see is vs NW maybe Minn. Im seeing 4-8/5-7 as the ceiling. This team hurts itself way to much they are uninspired on offense outside of zig and a couple wr's. Theres also alot of injuries. Maybe they get to 7 with some turnover help from the opponents. Ive heard many talk about the way they practice not being done right. Not enough contact or good vs good. If thats true things wont get better. Cant worry about injuries. Low contact practices will create more injuries in games.
IF you're so sure lay your money down in Vegas. Put the whole 401K on it baby and let it ride. Heck you can even get points. Do it. It's a sure thing.
does he? I think he has to be a little bit relieved that we hired an adult for the job. He's known since he took the job that he had to win to keep it. It could get really interesting if he some how figured out a way to win out.
I disagree, dingle. I think after last night, the decision to remove MR as HC just became pretty easy for a new AD....regardless of what happens the rest of the way out.
I get it. Finally! God! I am as bad as Riley pounding his head against a brick wall. After reading comments from Dingle and Red it hit me squarely between the eyes. You guys want to be mediocre. You are OK with getting blown out by Urban and his team. This showing "Growth" crap is what you want. Let's give Mike a lifetime contract. Maybe if we wish hard enough, rub a magic rock and in another 6-8 years he will match his personal season best record of 10 wins
Right back at you. If you are so sure Riley is the answer then what is stopping you from betting it all on Riley. He's a LLLLLLOOOOOSSSSEEEERRRR.
Right back at you. If you are so sure Riley is the answer then what is stopping you from betting it all on Riley. He's a LLLLLLOOOOOSSSSEEEERRRR.
He wins 8 with a win over a top 5 to 10 PSU team and you think that would be easy? Ummm no. The odds of that happening are very low right now it would appear but IF it did happen, that would be a pretty tough call for him to make.
I'm not the one making the predictions. You are. Where do you get the idea I'm okay getting blown out by Urban? I'm just not losing my mind like some people. Why so angry?
Ummm yes. This team has shown it has lost the will to fight. We'll have to agree to disagree here. Moot point anyway. It ain't happening. Riley is walking the green mile at this point.
So you really think a coach who won out at this point with wins over a top 10 program and Iowa to end the year would get fired? Wow. It's likely a moot point as you say but you need to rethink that. We would get crucified by EVERY media outlet on earth and then have to try to hire a coach.
I (may) still be a little too revved about last night. I wasn't happy when Riley got hired, haven't been happy with him since he got to Nebraska, and have no faith in him turning the team around. I guess if you guys like him there is nothing I can do about it.
Here is some Moos trivia. His son is a freshman TE on the Cal football team.
You should rethink what you said. Evaluate the body of work for the season. Imo, last night was devastating to MR's chances at remaining as the HC at NU.
This is a dumb freaking argument, anyway. You have as much of a chance of hitting the lottery as MR does of being the HC here next year. You'll still be arguing what MR has to do to keep his job, even if he has lost every game going into black Friday anyway. So, carry on.
This is a dumb freaking argument, anyway. You have as much of a chance of hitting the lottery as MR does of being the HC here next year. You'll still be arguing what MR has to do to keep his job, even if he has lost every game going into black Friday anyway. So, carry on.
The odds of a Mike Riley team finishing a season strong are about one in a billion.
In 4 of his last 5 years at Oregon St - they lost 4 of their last 5 games. Last year he lost 4 of his last 6. If history is any indication, we'll be lucky to reach .500 this year.
I think he's a good guy and I'm rooting for him and our players to win games. Deep down I think everybody's faith in the staff's ability to turn this season around is shaken no doubt but I'm going to go on trying to enjoy watching the games and I can't wait for the next one. We've got some games we have a much better chance of winning coming up.
You are probably right dingle. But there is a part of me that thinks this has never totally been about wins and losses. Part of me thinks that there are some powerful boosters who have never liked Riley, who they viewed as Eichorst's coach. And they hated Eichorst because he was Perlman's middle finger to Tom for hiring Pelini. So they have been waiting for an excuse to go after Riley, and the NIU game served one up on a golden platter.
How is that for tinfoil hat conspiracy theory paranoia!! Lol.
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if Riley gets to 7 wins I think he stays ..... but you have to have an AD in place and ready to move if things continue to go south
if you win the next three (all are winnable games) ... and then get stomped by PSU and Iowa you need to be prepared to act the second that Iowa game is over ... an AD needs to be in place, have done his due diligence so we are in the best possible position if and when a coaching change is made
if we lose one or 2 of the next 3 games then I think the back channel calls begin to potential coaching candidates
the rivals writer commenting on the timing of the AD hire .. or announcement of the hire .. made a great point - it moved the historic beatdown that took place last Saturday off the front pages .. fan focus and reporter questions are in relation to the new AD rather than the OSU game
if you win the next three (all are winnable games) ... and then get stomped by PSU and Iowa you need to be prepared to act the second that Iowa game is over ... an AD needs to be in place, have done his due diligence so we are in the best possible position if and when a coaching change is made
if we lose one or 2 of the next 3 games then I think the back channel calls begin to potential coaching candidates
the rivals writer commenting on the timing of the AD hire .. or announcement of the hire .. made a great point - it moved the historic beatdown that took place last Saturday off the front pages .. fan focus and reporter questions are in relation to the new AD rather than the OSU game
I think he's a good guy and I'm rooting for him and our players to win games. Deep down I think everybody's faith in the staff's ability to turn this season around is shaken no doubt but I'm going to go on trying to enjoy watching the games and I can't wait for the next one. We've got some games we have a much better chance of winning coming up.
I'm in support no matter who the coach is, but it is fading fast. Left for the first time ever before the game had ended this weekend. It felt wrong, but it was just too hard to watch how bad we are. Still going to attend the away games I have bought tickets for, but we need to pick it up. At some point these kids need to start helping their coach out. Depth may be lacking at spots, but we have enough talent to beat a lot of teams, and at least be somewhat competitive with the upper teams. The last 5.5 Quarters we have no been competitive.
Dingle I really do not think people are over reacting here - This season has been a complete disaster so far and most likely will not get better - It is very likely we lose to Purdue who has less talent and a first year coach. I think the issue that many media and on here believe this game is in doubt tells much about the state of our current team and current coaching staff
why worry about things I can't control that haven't happened yet? Things will work out. Why worry and get upset? Either Riley wins enough games to keep his job or he doesn't. It's really that simple. I can't change whether or not we get beat by Purdue. Part of the reason people think a Purdue game is tough this year is because they are much improved. All I can do is root for the Huskers and try to enjoy the game so that's what I'm going to do.
Well of course but part of being a fan is at least caring about what is going on. If everyone developed the attitude it doesnt matter then why show up for games or even follow the team for that matter. The lack of involvement by fans is now an issue I believe and keeping them involved even if its to ***** is better than not caring at all
Every week you make these types of statements but you take a number off the wins. You never speculate what might happen on average odds. Hey I understand the support but even in that rare situation what does 8-5 prove after 3 years? If you have done anything to watch the play on the field you would see what is going on.