(01-17-2019 11:54 AM)7 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 11:52 AM)HuskieTap22 Wrote:  I wasn’t overly excited when I first saw Hammock listed as a front runner. Likely because he hasn’t been involved with the program for 12+ years. Doing some research though he seems like he has been successful everywhere he has gone. Apparently him and Fleck launched their careers at the same coaches conference, so the story goes... If he brings that same type of intensity and energy to the program could be a really good hire. Both of the rumored finalists actually seem like they will bring some much needed energy to the program.

I wasn’t excited until I read about how good his recruiting was. I want Kane, but I’m fine with either.

Either one is acceptable. Kane has recent history. Hammock is up and coming. My concern is last 5 years in Pros. He will be the best recruiting HC we have ever had.

(01-17-2019 12:08 PM)klake87 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 11:54 AM)7 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 11:52 AM)HuskieTap22 Wrote:  I wasn’t overly excited when I first saw Hammock listed as a front runner. Likely because he hasn’t been involved with the program for 12+ years. Doing some research though he seems like he has been successful everywhere he has gone. Apparently him and Fleck launched their careers at the same coaches conference, so the story goes... If he brings that same type of intensity and energy to the program could be a really good hire. Both of the rumored finalists actually seem like they will bring some much needed energy to the program.

I wasn’t excited until I read about how good his recruiting was. I want Kane, but I’m fine with either.

Either one is acceptable. Kane has recent history. Hammock is up and coming. My concern is last 5 years in Pros. He will be the best recruiting HC we have ever had.

I think if you are looking for true stability you go with Kane. If you want to possibly take this program to the next level you go with Hammock, but it’s higher risk. Hammock probably has much more ties around the nation for possible coordinators. And yes the recruiting is a big plus.

I don’t see any reason to believe Hammock would be seen as more a likelihood to take it to the next level as Kane is tbh

Other interesting note on the two rumored finalists as it that neither has made a coaching stop below the FBS level. Quite a contrast to the last head coach who only had experience at the FCS level or lower prior to coming to NIU.

I've always been a fan of Hammock. When hiring and it comes down to the final 2,3 you want to be in a spot where can't miss. Feel confident in both canidates. Our HC's have been excellent recruiters, Carey less than the prior 3. Feel confident Thomas or Kane will both be top recruiters.

(01-17-2019 12:41 PM)NIU05 Wrote:  I've always been a fan of Hammock. When hiring and it comes down to the final 2,3 you want to be in a spot where can't miss. Feel confident in both canidates. Our HC's have been excellent recruiters, Carey less than the prior 3. Feel confident Thomas or Kane will both be top recruiters.

^ agreed

Kane or Hammock, can not go wrong.

Exciting time to be a Huskie football fan. I was initially bummed to see Carey go, but I am now ready for a new beginning. Probably a pipe dream, but I hope this change will get the fan base stirred up a bit and get some butts in the seats next year.

(01-17-2019 12:32 PM)7 Wrote:  I don’t see any reason to believe Hammock would be seen as more a likelihood to take it to the next level as Kane is tbh

I wqs hinting at the possibility of recruiting

If Hammock is obviously the better recruiter, I'd think you'd have to go with him. I like Kane but Hammock was my second choice behind Canada (QB) because we need to improve the offense.

(01-17-2019 01:02 PM)ChicagoHuskie Wrote:  Exciting time to be a Huskie football fan. I was initially bummed to see Carey go, but I am now ready for a new beginning. Probably a pipe dream, but I hope this change will get the fan base stirred up a bit and get some butts in the seats next year.

Doubtful. We won the MACC. This should put butts in seats. Coach does not matter. We need to be undefeated every year then maybe we might break 20k in attendance.

(01-17-2019 11:21 AM)BobL Wrote:  Northern Illinois: NIU’s search is down to Ravens running backs coach Thomas Hammock and SMU defensive coordinator Kevin Kane tweets Adam Rittenberg. We have heard similar, adding that they interviewed a number of other candidates with impressive head coaching or interim head coaching experience, and some of the highest paid CFB offensive coordinators for the job.

http://footballscoop.com/the-scoop-2/sco...y-17-2019/

Would love to see the list of coaches that were actually interviewed.

(01-17-2019 01:27 PM)klake87 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 01:02 PM)ChicagoHuskie Wrote:  Exciting time to be a Huskie football fan. I was initially bummed to see Carey go, but I am now ready for a new beginning. Probably a pipe dream, but I hope this change will get the fan base stirred up a bit and get some butts in the seats next year.

Doubtful. We won the MACC. This should put butts in seats. Coach does not matter. We need to be undefeated every year then maybe we might break 20k in attendance.

Yup

(01-17-2019 01:27 PM)HuskiePride12 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 11:21 AM)BobL Wrote:  Northern Illinois: NIU’s search is down to Ravens running backs coach Thomas Hammock and SMU defensive coordinator Kevin Kane tweets Adam Rittenberg. We have heard similar, adding that they interviewed a number of other candidates with impressive head coaching or interim head coaching experience, and some of the highest paid CFB offensive coordinators for the job.

http://footballscoop.com/the-scoop-2/sco...y-17-2019/

Would love to see the list of coaches that were actually interviewed.

Does it count as an interview if we ask those highest paid coordinators if they have any interest in the NIU head coach job and they say "No, I'll keep my high paying coordinator job"?

If it’s Hammock we’re going to run the ball down peoples throats. Smash mouth football!

(01-17-2019 01:38 PM)niusfactuary Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 01:27 PM)HuskiePride12 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 11:21 AM)BobL Wrote:  Northern Illinois: NIU’s search is down to Ravens running backs coach Thomas Hammock and SMU defensive coordinator Kevin Kane tweets Adam Rittenberg. We have heard similar, adding that they interviewed a number of other candidates with impressive head coaching or interim head coaching experience, and some of the highest paid CFB offensive coordinators for the job.

http://footballscoop.com/the-scoop-2/sco...y-17-2019/

Would love to see the list of coaches that were actually interviewed.

Does it count as an interview if we ask those highest paid coordinators if they have any interest in the NIU head coach job and they say "No, I'll keep my high paying coordinator job"?

My guess is that refers fairly specifically to Matt Canada, who was paid $1M as LSU OC in 2017.

(01-17-2019 12:08 PM)klake87 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 11:54 AM)7 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 11:52 AM)HuskieTap22 Wrote:  I wasn’t overly excited when I first saw Hammock listed as a front runner. Likely because he hasn’t been involved with the program for 12+ years. Doing some research though he seems like he has been successful everywhere he has gone. Apparently him and Fleck launched their careers at the same coaches conference, so the story goes... If he brings that same type of intensity and energy to the program could be a really good hire. Both of the rumored finalists actually seem like they will bring some much needed energy to the program.

I wasn’t excited until I read about how good his recruiting was. I want Kane, but I’m fine with either.

Either one is acceptable. Kane has recent history. Hammock is up and coming. My concern is last 5 years in Pros. He will be the best recruiting HC we have ever had.

I like Hammock but would be happier if he had at least coordinator experience. Coming back to college after the nfl in this situation is difficult. Not talking about the Sabans of the world. Pj has been one of only a few successful coaches to come to this level from the nfl.

(01-17-2019 01:27 PM)HuskiePride12 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 11:21 AM)BobL Wrote:  Northern Illinois: NIU’s search is down to Ravens running backs coach Thomas Hammock and SMU defensive coordinator Kevin Kane tweets Adam Rittenberg. We have heard similar, adding that they interviewed a number of other candidates with impressive head coaching or interim head coaching experience, and some of the highest paid CFB offensive coordinators for the job.

http://footballscoop.com/the-scoop-2/sco...y-17-2019/

Would love to see the list of coaches that were actually interviewed.

@Randy

What do you think the new head coach will get? I assume it will be more than Carey's latest. We got a bargain on Carey. Carey knew his only option for a big payday was moving out. The only other option for him for a bigger payday was to become an OC at a big program. There he could make millions but no on was going to take him

(01-17-2019 01:27 PM)klake87 Wrote:  

(01-17-2019 01:02 PM)ChicagoHuskie Wrote:  Exciting time to be a Huskie football fan. I was initially bummed to see Carey go, but I am now ready for a new beginning. Probably a pipe dream, but I hope this change will get the fan base stirred up a bit and get some butts in the seats next year.

Doubtful. We won the MACC. This should put butts in seats. Coach does not matter. We need to be undefeated every year then maybe we might break 20k in attendance.

I’m the odd ball then, I will be a season ticket holder next year as long as the hire isn’t botched. Last year was first time in years I wasn’t. I didn’t hate Carey but he added zero to my enthusiasm.

Also in regards to who, I agree that I like Canada, Kane, and hammock. All else equal I worry that hammock has the least to lose if the team fails to win as he can go back to the NFL easily. Whereas if Kane or Canada fail their stock suffers