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Discussion in 'Awesome Recruiting' started by oragator1, May 9, 2025 at 8:14 PM.

  1. oragator1

    oragator1 Hurricane Hunter Premium Member

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    Do you think the lack recruiting momentum in the 2026 class is partially due Napier’s current contract situation? Now that the new President has been named do you think a contract extension could be reached in the near future?
     
  2. Endless Excuses

    Endless Excuses GC Hall of Fame

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    Not sure there is a need to redo a $6M year contract for someone who hasnt got more wins than losses and was a hair away from getting canned last year. I think he has a bunch of money remaining and a bunch of show me remaining before anyone would extend him.
     
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  3. Wanne15

    Wanne15 GC Hall of Fame

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    True but its more of will he still be here for the recruits. I think history shows that extensions dont really ensure coaches hanging around
     
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  4. Crusher

    Crusher GC Hall of Fame

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    No, they ensure massive, undeserved buyouts though.
     
  5. bposs

    bposs GC Hall of Fame

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    I also think that longevity on a contract doesn’t mean as much to recruits as it used to. They have all the leverage and can leave when they want to, most are signing one year deals.
     
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  6. tripsright

    tripsright GC Legend

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    I think the timing of all this is just different now. Just win and the class will fill quickly during the season.
     
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  7. Skink

    Skink GC Hall of Fame

    Just like the last half of last season