On one side, conservatives championed the rags-to-riches narrative, while liberals promoted the flawed ideals of the “self-esteem movement.” Unless we rethink this mindset, the consequences could be dire in the years ahead.
The team should focus on fundamentals and recruiting future talent. Truth is, this is a rebuilding year, no more no less. It’s a hard truth for everyone around the program to accept, but facts are facts.
College programs will bring in less money for athletic departments, costing other sports money. For that matter, other contact sports are in the same trouble as the NFL.