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5 minutes ago, ClubWhatever said:

Do we have too many whites?

Well apparently you need to add half of Jeff Banks to the other side and that helps to even things out a bit. 

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    Just got a text from my friend in the Bama program that Flood and Wiggins are going with Sark. It's done.

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Obviously Banks was literally announced as ST coordinator today but it's amusing how much experience we have there

So we're all okay with Jeff Choate, or whoever? Not Stoops so he's golden, right?

Just dropped by to get my opinion before I approve.... 

10 minutes ago, ClubWhatever said:

Do we have too many whites?

not if we win. 

Just now, Teryor said:

Obviously Banks was literally announced as ST coordinator today but it's amusing how much experience we have there

We better kick ass on ST’s

Choate should be head coach for a p5 school. We got him coaching LBs. His team won 11 games in 2019.

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Record as a head coach, which obviously doesn't mean shit especially at an FCS school, but at least probably helps show he's not a total dumbass

Just now, cdain3 said:

Choate should be head coach for a p5 school. We got him coaching LBs. His team won 11 games in 2019. WOW

In an interesting twist of fate, it was Coleman Hutzler who replaced Jeff Choate at Florida as LBs coach after Will Muschamp cleaned house there following the 2013 season.

50 minutes ago, Wishbone said:

I can’t help but think the attempted Stoops hire was something Sark, CDC and Stoops had worked out between themselves and sat on it  knowing there would be some blowback. That is why they waited to the last minute to try and slide it through on the coattails of all the other positively received hires hoping it would lessen the impact of such an announcement. That may be why it was the last hire. They obviously underestimated the level of blowback that was incoming. Thank the football gods!

This definitely seems like how it played out until the Alabama reporter blew it all up. They were going to sneak it into the press conference, but then UT fans got notice ahead of time and we’re able to tank it, which explains why they didn’t have a LB coach to announce. 
 

The hilarious part is that we basically just trolled the shit out of Stoops and caused him to pass up other job opportunities. Couldn’t have happened to a more deserving guy. 

1 minute ago, Wishbone said:

We better kick ass on ST’s

We were saying that same shit a year ago with Coleman,  boulware,  and hutzler. 

New year,  New dreams.

This seems to be the hire that always would have made sense. Coach K comes in and brings one of the guys who knows his scheme.

The Stoops debacle didn't even make any sense even w/o BlOU baggage (why pick an LB coach who hasnt coached LBs in 3 decades). Ready to win and put that near-unforced error behind us.

I guess they hit Choate up at the right time of the year in Montana to get a yes.

How often do FCS head coaches get hired as position coaches at P5s? I'm sure he'll get the co-DC tag, but he won't be calling plays.

3 minutes ago, satyanash said:

In an interesting twist of fate, it was Coleman Hutzler who replaced Jeff Choate at Florida as LBs coach after Will Muschamp cleaned house there following the 2013 season.

Weird. Still on the Sark train, but this and the Stoops blunder are concerning

28 minutes ago, BurntOrangeBlooded15 said:

The best part of this was that after this morning, this name could’ve been Greg Fucking Davis and no one would’ve given a fuck lol 

 

Worked with PK in 14&15 as a DL guy.  Would imagine he’d be the OLB coach. 

Dont care. Not Stoops.

So CDC can cancel the subscription to BOD delivery service?

27 minutes ago, Gil Bang said:

 

Friend of mine married a Choate. To get the hotel reservations, my wife had to call the hotel and tell them we were with the Choate party, but she laughed uncontrollably for easily 5 minutes trying to explain this to the poor receptionist, who was understandably frustrated. "I'm with the Cho- *15 seconds of laughing* I'm with the Cho...". It didn't help that I kept telling her to get the Choate out of her mouth.

6 minutes ago, Machinator said:

How often do FCS head coaches get hired as position coaches at P5s? I'm sure he'll get the co-DC tag, but he won't be calling plays.

Probably getting a raise.

6 minutes ago, Teryor said:

https://247sports.com/Coach/Jeff-Choate-814/AllTimeRecruits/

Doesn't exactly seem like a rainmaker 

Texas recruits itself. Jason Washingtons all time list was worse and he pulled in the best DB class ever. All reports say this guy is a real coach who develops his guys, that's exactly what we need. Plus I hear that we are putting in some serious money on the recruiting department with several staff members so im not worried about that at all.

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He only makes 205k now.  We can easily double that.  In the end, this is a job. Coaches want to get paid, even if have to take a position “downgrade”.  

15 minutes ago, Prime said:


 

 

Glad PK gets to bring in one of his assistants...

https://www.montanasports.com/sports/big-sky-conference/montana-state-bobcats/jeff-choates-contract-with-montana-state-bobcats-includes-250-000-buyout

Jeff Choate's contract with Montana State Bobcats includes $250,000 buyout 

By: Slim Kimmel   Posted at 2:36 PM, Jan 07, 2021

BOZEMAN -- As part of a new contract Montana State head football coach Jeff Choate signed with the university last year, he would have to pay the university $250,000 if he terminates the agreement with more than 12 months remaining on the contract. The contract is set to expire on Jan. 31, 2024.

MTN Sports received a copy of Choate's contract, which he signed on March 20, 2020. The contract was also signed by MSU director of athletics Leon Costello and MSU president Waded Cruzado.

The contract, which took effect on Feb. 1, 2020, paid Choate an annual base salary of $206,311. Choate would annually earn an additional $80,000 for participating in coaches shows and $30,000 for participating in fundraisers organized by Montana State.

Numerous other performance incentives are also included in the contract. Choate would receive $15,000 if the Bobcats play an NCAA Bowl Championship team and another $10,000 if they defeat a Bowl Championship team. He would earn $12,500 if the Bobcats finish as the Big Sky Conference regular-season champion and varying amounts depending on how far they advance in the FCS Playoffs. Choate would receive a $50,000 bonus if wins a national championship with the Bobcats.

So Texas gets Mikey Stoops fired after putting a hot 500yds on his sorry ass.....then we hire and fire him in the span of 12 hours.  Hahahahah!!!  Good!

I have a random family connection to folks high up in Montana state athletics.

They would not be happy about him leaving and love him there if that does anything for you. 

I’ve asked if it’s final on their end and haven’t heard back. 
 

updated - this was the response: “He is the best!  Seriously. He would be best hire Sark could make ”

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23 minutes ago, Bill Lumbergh said:

I just read two seconds of that guy's bio and already know he's worlds better than Mike stoops.

Actually I read his name and knew he'd be better, because he isn't Mike stoops.

This would, yet again, be a great hire for Sark. Why we fucked around and even tried to push through such a terrible choice when there were so many good choices out there is beyond me, but I'm glad to see we're back at rational decision making again.
 

Is there actual confirmation or was it just be from an Alabama paper?

30 minutes ago, ClubWhatever said:

Do we have too many whites?

Hopefully you are joking if not we definitely have too many dipshits like you.  That’s for sure.  

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Just now, Enchubben said:

I have a random family connection to folks high up in Montana state athletics.

They would not be happy about him leaving and love him there if that does anything for you. 

I’ve asked if it’s final on their end and haven’t heard back. 

He's already told the players good-bye, but I guess its always possible Sark could unhire him too.

26 minutes ago, Bill Lumbergh said:

I just read two seconds of that guy's bio and already know he's worlds better than Mike stoops.

Actually I read his name and knew he'd be better, because he isn't Mike stoops.

This would, yet again, be a great hire for Sark. Why we fucked around and even tried to push through such a terrible choice when there were so many good choices out there is beyond me, but I'm glad to see we're back at rational decision making again.
 

right?

3 minutes ago, LTtxfan said:

 

Glad PK gets to bring in one of his assistants...

https://www.montanasports.com/sports/big-sky-conference/montana-state-bobcats/jeff-choates-contract-with-montana-state-bobcats-includes-250-000-buyout

Jeff Choate's contract with Montana State Bobcats includes $250,000 buyout 

By: Slim Kimmel   Posted at 2:36 PM, Jan 07, 2021

BOZEMAN -- As part of a new contract Montana State head football coach Jeff Choate signed with the university last year, he would have to pay the university $250,000 if he terminates the agreement with more than 12 months remaining on the contract. The contract is set to expire on Jan. 31, 2024.

MTN Sports received a copy of Choate's contract, which he signed on March 20, 2020. The contract was also signed by MSU director of athletics Leon Costello and MSU president Waded Cruzado.

The contract, which took effect on Feb. 1, 2020, paid Choate an annual base salary of $206,311. Choate would annually earn an additional $80,000 for participating in coaches shows and $30,000 for participating in fundraisers organized by Montana State.

Numerous other performance incentives are also included in the contract. Choate would receive $15,000 if the Bobcats play an NCAA Bowl Championship team and another $10,000 if they defeat a Bowl Championship team. He would earn $12,500 if the Bobcats finish as the Big Sky Conference regular-season champion and varying amounts depending on how far they advance in the FCS Playoffs. Choate would receive a $50,000 bonus if wins a national championship with the Bobcats.

oh no $250k i don't know how we'll ever afford it

1 minute ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

He's already told the players good-bye, but I guess its always possible Sark could unhire him too.

i don't think there will be a massive BMD revolt over the hire this time.

Y'all this staff is so much better than Hermans lmaooooo, very good mix of crootin and development and our entire offensive staff is coming off a natty

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2 minutes ago, Rimbo said:

oh no $250k i don't know how we'll ever afford it

he also doesn't have to live in Montana anymore lol 

The Montana State fans replying to the news on Twitter seem to be pretty devastated. 

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1 minute ago, Hank Kingsley said:

The Montana State fans replying to the news on Twitter seem to be pretty devastated. 

All three of them?

buckshot Cody?

yukon Neil?

big bear?

5 minutes ago, Machinator said:

Seems like a really solid coach, at least.

He was well liked during his stop in Pullman so I'm 100% good with this as it gives PK another one familiar with his day to day D.  

1 minute ago, Vertigo said:

This is concerning since Montana State has historically churned out a long line of NFL talent.

I'm not exactly concerned, but the guy has been at Boise St/Washington/Florida, only 3 years total at the P5 jobs, but he has been at spots where they get talent

I have a random family connection to folks high up in Montana state athletics.
They would not be happy about him leaving and love him there if that does anything for you. 
I’ve asked if it’s final on their end and haven’t heard back. 
 
updated - this was the response: “He is the best!  Seriously. He would be best hire Sark could make ”
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4 minutes ago, RaysBoomBoomRoom said:

he also doesn't have to live in Montana anymore lol 

Higher cost of living though.

4 minutes ago, closetohumping said:

All three of them?

buckshot Cody?

yukon Neil?

big bear?

They are holding a wake triangle

40 minutes ago, Chuckie Finster said:


A bunch of Washington fans wanted them to bring him back as DC after we stole PK.

UW fans must absolutely hate Sark right now. lol

32 minutes ago, Hiphopopotamos said:

Apparently Choate was one of the finalists for the Boise St job as well.

That and him turning them around from a 4-7 team to an 11-4 team is damn impressive. I’m a little surprised he was willing to come here, but his salary was about 320,000 there, and I’d bet we’re about doubling it. He’s also got a good chance at getting a P5 coordinator gig if this goes well. 

19 minutes ago, ForTheCorner said:

This seems to be the hire that always would have made sense. Coach K comes in and brings one of the guys who knows his scheme.

The Stoops debacle didn't even make any sense even w/o BlOU baggage (why pick an LB coach who hasnt coached LBs in 3 decades). Ready to win and put that near-unforced error behind us.

I really, really like that he knows PK’s scheme and can teach it well. He’ll probably help with game planning too. And it’s awesome to have a former HC who knows how to run a program. That should help add a lot of stability for Sark. 

16 minutes ago, Texas Flood said:

Weird. Still on the Sark train, but this and the Stoops blunder are concerning

Huh? Are you taking about the Choate hire? This is a good hire. 

7 minutes ago, Hank Kingsley said:

The Montana State fans replying to the news on Twitter seem to be pretty devastated. 

All two of them on RedditCFB love him as well. Apparently he's fantastic at development.

9 minutes ago, RaysBoomBoomRoom said:

Y'all this staff is so much better than Hermans lmaooooo, very good mix of crootin and development and our entire offensive staff is coming off a natty

Coleman and Drayton are coming off a natty?

 

Seems like a solid hire who should’ve been brought on with PK initially instead of waiting to try and slip in Mike fucking Stoops.

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