CSU had a potential CFB HOF coach and was never a “giant” during that time. It’s insane that the believe (and state it as an obvious fact) they are a sleeping giant. I suppose it’s all relative and maybe they think they are a sleeping giant among the G5 level?
I would say it’s more about the fact that they will always be the back seat program in a state that isn’t CFB crazed so there’s just never been a good reason for a power conference to add them. I think it differs from Utah and BYU because of BYUs national built in audience and Utah’s run of G5 success at the right time.This goes back to when they were building the new stadium and they thought that would solve their attendance woes and get them into a P5 (at the time) conference. But it's been proven over time that they simply don't have the support despite having more alums in the state and are in a rapidly growing town. There's a reason that former MWC schools like Utah and BYU got into a power conference and they didn't.
Plus the fact that there's no NFL team in Utah means that all local football attention is directed at the college level.I would say it’s more about the fact that they will always be the back seat program in a state that isn’t CFB crazed so there’s just never been a good reason for a power conference to add them. I think it differs from Utah and BYU because of BYUs national built in audience and Utah’s run of G5 success at the right time.
If everything breaks just right, CSU could be a better than average D-1 program.
Yeah, good thing they solved their attendance problems with that new 41,000 capacity stadium!This goes back to when they were building the new stadium and they thought that would solve their attendance woes and get them into a P5 (at the time) conference. But it's been proven over time that they simply don't have the support despite having more alums in the state and are in a rapidly growing town. There's a reason that former MWC schools like Utah and BYU got into a power conference and they didn't.
This is the whole issue.I would say it’s more about the fact that they will always be the back seat program in a state that isn’t CFB crazed so there’s just never been a good reason for a power conference to add them. I think it differs from Utah and BYU because of BYUs national built in audience and Utah’s run of G5 success at the right time.
If everything breaks just right, CSU could be a better than average D-1 program.
As much as we wish otherwise CU is far behind the Broncos and other pro sports here and even more people would rather spend a fall Saturday in the mountains or something similar. We sell 50,000 tickets each game while others are at 75,000 or even 100,000 for an FCS opponent.
Even the AFA has a much stronger level of support than CSU although they have the military support.
We do draw well. Even when we had a trash product on the field we got more fans out for less attractive opponents than CSU and lots of other schools get for good ones.OTOH I'm I'm thrilled with our support when I see other P4 programs like SMU or Indiana tonight with similar/smaller sized stadiums that have a bunch of empty seats. Granted our current attendance is fueled by CP but even during the nearly-two decade run of sucking we still drew pretty well.
We do draw well. Even when we had a trash product on the field we got more fans out for less attractive opponents than CSU and lots of other schools get for good ones.
You also have to take raw attendance numbers with a grain of salt. There are some schools that have higher attendance than CU but far less revenue because their average revenue per seat is lower.
Interesting data from Statista comparing average season ticket prices of selected schools, CU on top of the list.
https://www.statista.com/statistics/1130041/ticket-price-ncaa-football-team/
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Reflective though on what people are willing to pay to get in. When prices are high on the secondary market it is an indicator to the program that they can charge higher prices.These appear to be prices on the secondary market though. Also, this statistic says these prices are for selected games, so they probably picked certain games which had the most demand.
Aggie week doesn't matter, lost the game that mattered.
For a team that is fighting for 6 wins and bowl eligibility, every game mattersAggie week doesn't matter, lost the game that mattered.
Heard Norvell after the game, reading between the lines he knows that they didn't dominate against a bad team that they should have easily dominated.Went over to Ramnation just now and for the most part they are not thrilled with what they saw against UNC.
Horton also got hurt. Something about his hammy. We all know how tricky those can be.
I would not cry if Horton wasn't 100%.
Colorado State receiver Tory Horton leaves game vs UNC with apparent injury
CSU football star Tory Horton had a punt return touchdown early in the game but left with an apparent injury in the third quarter.www.coloradoan.com
Only game that matters is next weekAggie week doesn't matter, lost the game that mattered.
That dream is gone unless wr start to see 35 plus rushing attempts a game, which won't happenFor a team that is fighting for 6 wins and bowl eligibility, every game matters
So much truth to this. Last year we came out overconfident "we are going to put 100 on them", it will be interesting to see if that happens this week.This game is absolutely huge. Guys banged up, just got punched in the mouth and very little that was expected from this year's offense has materialized.
And something that I don't think I can overemphasize is that when a team draws this much hype and attention, it gets everyone's A game. No one we face is going to treat like an ordinary week, let alone CSU. There's no opportunity to have an even keeled, workmanlike game for this team.
Gonna have to forge in a hot fire. That can make for brittle steel if anything goes wrong.
For what happens this week andin game, in my opinion it all depends on the coaching or lack there of when it comes to preparing, watching film of CSU, showing players keys.. making a solid game plan and putting players and team in best place to succeed. If properly coached and prepared we should expect and see a CU victory.So much truth to this. Last year we came out overconfident "we are going to put 100 on them", it will be interesting to see if that happens this week.
It is a must win game so the remainder of the season isn’t garbage…This game is massive for bowl hopes. Need to respond from poor play and very poor coaching. Need to see the coaches change the approach on offense and the kids need to respond. Get the ball out of SS hands in 2 seconds with slants screens whatever. Quick hitting routes and cut the massive drop back plays. The line cannot sustain, SS does not read the field fast enough and the routes are taking way too long to develop.
Inferior opponent will help but you know we will have to be better adjusting to a hostile environment because while not Memorial, it will be hostile. Need to take the crowd out early and not let them get momentum
Oh **** if they lose to CSU, the entire team of mercenaries is done for. Wouldn’t be surprised to see Travis shut it downIt is a must win game so the remainder of the season isn’t garbage…
I think this team is fragile. A win does a lot to reinstill some confidence.Oh **** if they lose to CSU, the entire team of mercenaries is done for. Wouldn’t be surprised to see Travis shut it down