Coach Stitt Podcast - Skyline Sports

[HookedonGriz]

Stitt was as blatant as blatant could be about the issue in this interview. He said:

- there was a separation of offense and defense
- I need a D coordinator who is on board with what we are doing on offense and if we go for it on 4th down and don't make it he needs to be okay with that instead of complaining
- we have worked hard to make this a Griz unit with no more divide between offense and defense

He made lots of references to what Semore is now doing and how great he is. He used a lot of what we are doing now compared to what we were doing then and how it's all improvement. I mean if this stuff doesn't slap you right in the face as blatant truths (directly from the head coach's mouth) then you're just being dishonest with yourself.

 

[Bear Axed]

Bobcats suck.....
TG on his own merit is now part of that.....

 

[StumptownGriz]

"I didn't recruit Reece in to take Brady's spot. Brady is the guy and he's gotten even better."

Also pointed out that John Nguyen is by far the best RB we've got.

Two statements that make the collective heads of egriz explode, lol

I don't totally agree with this. I believe he said that JN is by far our best blocking RB and loves his toughness. He was pretty candid about wanting more complete backs with better size/speed back there (who doesnt) but is ok with where we are at for this year. Not trying to flame JN, but it was pretty clear Stitt thinks he's a great kid, and pass blocker but does not fit his vision for that position. BTW I absolutely love how candid Stitt is when he is interviewed. He is bordering on arrogance. He has so much swagger because he is 100% convinced he is building something special. I'm on board.

 

[HookedonGriz]

"I didn't recruit Reece in to take Brady's spot. Brady is the guy and he's gotten even better."

Also pointed out that John Nguyen is by far the best RB we've got.

Two statements that make the collective heads of egriz explode, lol

I don't totally agree with this. I believe he said that JN is by far our best blocking RB and loves his toughness. He was pretty candid about wanting more complete backs with better size/speed back there (who doesnt) but is ok with where we are at for this year. Not trying to flame JN, but it was pretty clear Stitt thinks he's a great kid, and pass blocker but does not fit his vision for that position. BTW I absolutely love how candid Stitt is when he is interviewed. He is bordering on arrogance. He has so much swagger because he is 100% convinced he is building something special. I'm on board.

I also found it interesting he dropped the "Ray Greene" name as having potential to see the field as a true Freshman. Excited what that kid could bring to the table as well. He is usually pretty set on red shirting all his Freshman so I found that a little interesting.

 

[PlayerRep]

Stitt was as blatant as blatant could be about the issue in this interview. He said:

- there was a separation of offense and defense
- I need a D coordinator who is on board with what we are doing on offense and if we go for it on 4th down and don't make it he needs to be okay with that instead of complaining
- we have worked hard to make this a Griz unit with no more divide between offense and defense

He made lots of references to what Semore is now doing and how great he is. He used a lot of what we are doing now compared to what we were doing then and how it's all improvement. I mean if this stuff doesn't slap you right in the face as blatant truths (directly from the head coach's mouth) then you're just being dishonest with yourself.

I am fine with Stitt's 3 bullet points. He's the head coach. He gets to decide these matters. Note there is no reference to a division in the locker room. In my experience playing college football, there was considerable competition between the offense and defense, and occasionally skirmishes at practice--just as there have been at UM under all coaches. I find the competition to be healthy. I can see why Stitt didn't like anyone questioning hsi 4th down calls, but note that tons of UM fans including many of you questioned some of his 4th down calls. Not picking up a 4th down on your own 35 puts alot of pressure on the defense. Note that UM held the first time that happened in the first NDSU game. It doesn't surprise me that Stitt likes his DC whom he brought with him from Mines. They obviously know each other and get along well. It doesn't surprise me that there was tension between Stitt and TG as the season went on. Hopefully, Semore will be great.

 

[bgbigdog]

Stitt will be Stitt, until he isn't. The bravado is fine and is preferable for a head coach, but my hope is that he spent some time this off season scouting himself. Nobody is going to be unprepared for the offense, so the whole playbook needs to be available - to all the QB's. He claims to be as focused on ball control as any, so let's see it. Jones, Hendo & Roberts aren't going to be chasing down the jump balls so Brady has got to be on the money. If you need a tight end to help with blocking @ times, use one. & don't take your foot off the gas when you think have a team on the ropes. Great foundation being laid, time to start delivering on the promise & potential. Looking forward to it.

 

[PlayerRep]

I don't really want to get in the middle of this, but so then do you both think Stitt is lying about the tension Gregorak allegedly caused? He's basically said as much here without flat out saying it.

I mean, the only way I can see you guys being correct about Ty is to also admit that Stitt is being dishonest.

No, not at all. I'm fine with looking at what Stitt has said publicly. The problem is that some of the jokers on egriz go way beyond what Stitt has said. They exaggerate, make up stuff, and say different and even very different things. Then, when one joker goes a bit further, that becomes the gospel among some of the jokers. I have said multiple times that it doesn't surprise me that a new head coach like Stitt, who brought his old DC with him, would end up having some tension with the holdover DC, whom Stitt had not met before he accepted the job, and would prefer his former DC whom he brought with him.

 

[PlayerRep]

It is typical.....PR running to the rescue.....attempting to dispel anything negative about his buddy TG and doesn't want to acknowledge what numerous people have posted about the situation and even Stitt has made numerous mentions......and 75 sticking his nose in just to hijack the thread and bale out his other half....and ignoring anything that does not fit his argument.....all in all....nothing outside of the norm.....

Where did I "attempt to dispel anything negative about" TG in this thread? I believe I merely asked you, twice, to expand on what you were saying or alluding to. You refused. That tells me that you didn't and don't know what you're talking about. As 75 pointed out, you like to talk big about some things, but then when push comes to shove, you really don't have much information and can't back up what you're saying. There are some other posters like this too. I would have been happy to learn the specifics of what you knew and what you were talking about.

 

[The_Real_Chief]

I like coaches named Bob

 

[HookedonGriz]

Stitt was as blatant as blatant could be about the issue in this interview. He said:

- there was a separation of offense and defense
- I need a D coordinator who is on board with what we are doing on offense and if we go for it on 4th down and don't make it he needs to be okay with that instead of complaining
- we have worked hard to make this a Griz unit with no more divide between offense and defense

He made lots of references to what Semore is now doing and how great he is. He used a lot of what we are doing now compared to what we were doing then and how it's all improvement. I mean if this stuff doesn't slap you right in the face as blatant truths (directly from the head coach's mouth) then you're just being dishonest with yourself.

I am fine with Stitt's 3 bullet points. He's the head coach. He gets to decide these matters. Note there is no reference to a division in the locker room. In my experience playing college football, there was considerable competition between the offense and defense, and occasionally skirmishes at practice--just as there have been at UM under all coaches. I find the competition to be healthy. I can see why Stitt didn't like anyone questioning hsi 4th down calls, but note that tons of UM fans including many of you questioned some of his 4th down calls. Not picking up a 4th down on your own 35 puts alot of pressure on the defense. Note that UM held the first time that happened in the first NDSU game. It doesn't surprise me that Stitt likes his DC whom he brought with him from Mines. They obviously know each other and get along well. It doesn't surprise me that there was tension between Stitt and TG as the season went on. Hopefully, Semore will be great.

Good post and I agree. With really only 2 starters on D returning (until Nelson is back) it's going to be a challenge for the D. I can see them taking a small step back, but I really don't think it will be a big one. And depending on scheme and what Semore brings to the table it may actually improve. We will know soon!

 

[grizindabox]

It is typical.....PR running to the rescue.....attempting to dispel anything negative about his buddy TG and doesn't want to acknowledge what numerous people have posted about the situation and even Stitt has made numerous mentions......and 75 sticking his nose in just to hijack the thread and bale out his other half....and ignoring anything that does not fit his argument.....all in all....nothing outside of the norm.....

Where did I "attempt to dispel anything negative about" TG in this thread? I believe I merely asked you, twice, to expand on what you were saying or alluding to. You refused. That tells me that you didn't and don't know what you're talking about. As 75 pointed out, you like to talk big about some things, but then when push comes to shove, you really don't have much information and can't back up what you're saying. There are some other posters like this too. I would have been happy to learn the specifics of what you knew and what you were talking about.

I was not necessarily referencing anything in this thread specifically....but it is known to everyone that anytime there is anything posted negatively about TG you can not wait to post to protect him....and let me ask you this PR....I do admit that much of what I have learned about the division in the locker room comes from others....and many of these people would be deemed "in the know".....but how are you so sure the division is false.....since I am certain that you don't have first hand knowledge either.....except for possibly the story of TG....which I would be certain does not tells the whole story.....so you can continue to attempt to dispel the story that TG was the main distraction in the locker room last season....but how come you are the only one.....and Stitt does not directly state it in his comments....but sometimes you need to read between the lines and actually consider what people have said along with the subtle hints that Stitt has ponied up on multiple occasions....and also don't tell me that there is not a single player that didn't feel this way towards TG....because I know you would be full of shit....and as for your buddy 75....give him a reach around once in a while.....he seems pretty tense and could use a little release.....

 

[UMGriz75]

It is typical.....PR running to the rescue.....attempting to dispel anything negative about his buddy TG and doesn't want to acknowledge what numerous people have posted about the situation and even Stitt has made numerous mentions......and 75 sticking his nose in just to hijack the thread and bale out his other half....and ignoring anything that does not fit his argument.....all in all....nothing outside of the norm.....

Reading "grizindabox" complain about thread hijacking is the reductio ad absurdum of someone who does nothing but ....

The fact is, I have extensively quoted directly to player comments about TG, whereas "grizindabox" as usual fabricates from the comfort of a chair and a remote control all he knows about sports, locker room interactions, players and coaching. He offers nothing but mindless gossip, when he isn't just simply trolling.

He also uses the word "typical" as though he is not Exhibit A of its meaning.

As for Stitt's "subtle hints," that's a personnel matter and the Coach has no business talking about it publicly; it is unprofessional, unnecessary, and uncalled for.

 

[PlayerRep]

It is typical.....PR running to the rescue.....attempting to dispel anything negative about his buddy TG and doesn't want to acknowledge what numerous people have posted about the situation and even Stitt has made numerous mentions......and 75 sticking his nose in just to hijack the thread and bale out his other half....and ignoring anything that does not fit his argument.....all in all....nothing outside of the norm.....

Where did I "attempt to dispel anything negative about" TG in this thread? I believe I merely asked you, twice, to expand on what you were saying or alluding to. You refused. That tells me that you didn't and don't know what you're talking about. As 75 pointed out, you like to talk big about some things, but then when push comes to shove, you really don't have much information and can't back up what you're saying. There are some other posters like this too. I would have been happy to learn the specifics of what you knew and what you were talking about.

I was not necessarily referencing anything in this thread specifically....but it is known to everyone that anytime there is anything posted negatively about TG you can not wait to post to protect him....and let me ask you this PR....I do admit that much of what I have learned about the division in the locker room comes from others....and many of these people would be deemed "in the know".....but how are you so sure the division is false.....since I am certain that you don't have first hand knowledge either.....except for possibly the story of TG....which I would be certain does not tells the whole story.....so you can continue to attempt to dispel the story that TG was the main distraction in the locker room last season....but how come you are the only one.....and Stitt does not directly state it in his comments....but sometimes you need to read between the lines and actually consider what people have said along with the subtle hints that Stitt has ponied up on multiple occasions....and also don't tell me that there is not a single player that didn't feel this way towards TG....because I know you would be full of shit....and as for your buddy 75....give him a reach around once in a while.....he seems pretty tense and could use a little release.....

Again, what division in the locker room? I want you to expand on that. I am not aware of any division in the locker room. However, if you give me the details, I will ask around. I know 6 starters from last year's defense. I know the coaches, and some fairly well. Many others on the board know players, parents and coaches, and I will ask some of those guys. And yes, I know TG. And who cares what one player may think, what's important is what the majority or larger segments think.

 

[77matcat]

Stitt sounds a lot like Captain Obvious. Not sure if he believes the rest of the BS coaches don't know the things he talked about or just likes to hear himself talk???




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[HelenaHandBasket]

It is typical.....PR running to the rescue.....attempting to dispel anything negative about his buddy TG and doesn't want to acknowledge what numerous people have posted about the situation and even Stitt has made numerous mentions......and 75 sticking his nose in just to hijack the thread and bale out his other half....and ignoring anything that does not fit his argument.....all in all....nothing outside of the norm.....

Reading "grizindabox" complain about thread hijacking is the reductio ad absurdum of someone who does nothing but ....

The fact is, I have extensively quoted directly to player comments about TG, whereas "grizindabox" as usual fabricates from the comfort of a chair and a remote control all he knows about sports, locker room interactions, players and coaching. He offers nothing but mindless gossip, when he isn't just simply trolling.

He also uses the word "typical" as though he is not Exhibit A of its meaning.

As for Stitt's "subtle hints," that's a personnel matter and the Coach has no business talking about it publicly; it is unprofessional, unnecessary, and uncalled for.

Did you expect players to come out publicly and not say something nice? Buy a clue 75, I have had several players tell me that they are glad that TG has moved on but they would never be quoted in the media as saying so. But I guess since you can't scour the interwebs and find anything, it just can't be true. And 75, I am afraid to tell you, but there have been numerous people that have stated the same, but I guess you just want to ignore all of them.

 

[UMGriz75]

Did you expect players to come out publicly and not say something nice? Buy a clue 75, I have had several players tell me that they are glad that TG has moved on but they would never be quoted in the media as saying so. But I guess since you can't scour the interwebs and find anything, it just can't be true. And 75, I am afraid to tell you, but there have been numerous people that have stated the same, but I guess you just want to ignore all of them.

It's like an old song with you/grizindabox, "you can't have one without the other."

If they don't have anything to say, they probably have the good sense to say nothing. However, many chose to say something. That says "something." And, of course, with all your sources, you never actually quote any of them. Unlike you, I did. That's the difference.

Always a mystery, and then when you are wrong, just like "Daum," you guys blame your sources, not your gullibility for falling for them, multiplied by your frantic desire to appear "knowledgeable" and "on the inside" bu quoting them ad nauseum, just to have them blow up on you and expose your "knowledge" for what it actually is: second hand hearsay you hope to convert into credibility.

It is interesting how you jokers think: "because no one said anything publicly, they must agree with ME!"

It's why no one can take you seriously.

 

[brewskis]

Stitt sounds a lot like Captain Obvious. Not sure if he believes the rest of the BS coaches don't know the things he talked about or just likes to hear himself talk???




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Well you listened, so it's obviously more than just him that likes to hear him talk.

 

[HelenaHandBasket]

Did you expect players to come out publicly and not say something nice? Buy a clue 75, I have had several players tell me that they are glad that TG has moved on but they would never be quoted in the media as saying so. But I guess since you can't scour the interwebs and find anything, it just can't be true. And 75, I am afraid to tell you, but there have been numerous people that have stated the same, but I guess you just want to ignore all of them.

It's like an old song with you/grizindabox, "you can't have one without the other."

If they don't have anything to say, they probably have the good sense to say nothing. However, many chose to say something. That says "something." And, of course, with all your sources, you never actually quote any of them. Unlike you, I did. That's the difference.

Always a mystery, and then when you are wrong, just like "Daum," you guys blame your sources, not your gullibility for falling for them.

It is interesting how you jokers think: "because no one said anything publicly, they must agree with ME!"

It's why no one can take you seriously.

Funny, since you have not spoken to anyone personally, then they must all agree with YOU! It is no wonder that outside of PR, no one can take you seriously either. And Daum still quit, no matter the initial misinformation. And it probably would surprise you the source of the initial misinformation, because it would taint a person even more.

 

[HookedonGriz]

It is typical.....PR running to the rescue.....attempting to dispel anything negative about his buddy TG and doesn't want to acknowledge what numerous people have posted about the situation and even Stitt has made numerous mentions......and 75 sticking his nose in just to hijack the thread and bale out his other half....and ignoring anything that does not fit his argument.....all in all....nothing outside of the norm.....

Reading "grizindabox" complain about thread hijacking is the reductio ad absurdum of someone who does nothing but ....

The fact is, I have extensively quoted directly to player comments about TG, whereas "grizindabox" as usual fabricates from the comfort of a chair and a remote control all he knows about sports, locker room interactions, players and coaching. He offers nothing but mindless gossip, when he isn't just simply trolling.

He also uses the word "typical" as though he is not Exhibit A of its meaning.

As for Stitt's "subtle hints," that's a personnel matter and the Coach has no business talking about it publicly; it is unprofessional, unnecessary, and uncalled for.

If I have the wrong guy, I'll apologize up front but I am quite certain one of your biggest hang ups with Stitt was his being tight-lipped on personnel matters which then led to rumors? I remember someone ranting and raving about this and saying that all Stitt needs to do is make a public comment about many of these issues and they wouldn't become rumors on message boards. I think you even pointed to Choate as a fine example a couple of times with his public comments on personnel issues, cuts, guys who left the program, etc.

Stitt finally does what you had hoped for all along and now that's unprofessional, too. Again let me know if I have the wrong poster.

 

[HelenaHandBasket]

It is typical.....PR running to the rescue.....attempting to dispel anything negative about his buddy TG and doesn't want to acknowledge what numerous people have posted about the situation and even Stitt has made numerous mentions......and 75 sticking his nose in just to hijack the thread and bale out his other half....and ignoring anything that does not fit his argument.....all in all....nothing outside of the norm.....

Reading "grizindabox" complain about thread hijacking is the reductio ad absurdum of someone who does nothing but ....

The fact is, I have extensively quoted directly to player comments about TG, whereas "grizindabox" as usual fabricates from the comfort of a chair and a remote control all he knows about sports, locker room interactions, players and coaching. He offers nothing but mindless gossip, when he isn't just simply trolling.

He also uses the word "typical" as though he is not Exhibit A of its meaning.

As for Stitt's "subtle hints," that's a personnel matter and the Coach has no business talking about it publicly; it is unprofessional, unnecessary, and uncalled for.

If I have the wrong guy, I'll apologize up front but I am quite certain one of your biggest hang ups with Stitt was his being tight-lipped on personnel matters which then led to rumors? I remember someone ranting and raving about this and saying that all Stitt needs to do is make a public comment about many of these issues and they wouldn't become rumors on message boards. I think you even pointed to Choate as a fine example a couple of times with his public comments on personnel issues, cuts, guys who left the program, etc.

Stitt finally does what you had hoped for all along and now that's unprofessional, too. Again let me know if I have the wrong poster.

Actually, you have the correct guy. He wanted Stitt to issue memos and make public statements.