Roster/Staff Updates

[bcoach]

I fully believe there is an overall benefit to the fanbase for a seven-figure-earning head coach to be more transparent when it comes to player injuries. Especially when people care to the extent that us App State fans care, which is a bragging point to other fanbases. And especially since that coach is in charge of a taxpayer-funded university's football team.

I criticized Drinkwitz for barring the defensive coaches from talking to the media. I criticized Clark for his comments on Virgil and others when things went well. Satterfield was hyper-paranoid at the end of his tenure. If Dowell is equally as withholding, I'll criticize him there. Problem is that many media people are hesitant to criticize as the landscape is becoming more about access than being impartial.

If the early Monday press conference is an issue, then here's a solution. Have a Wednesday presser like many other peer programs have. Open it up to Zoom so off-mountain media can take part easier. There's been times where Clark said "ask me later in the week" to reporters knowing there wouldn't be a chance to ask.

Also, my reasoning has 0% to do with gambling. I don't gamble on sports or anything besides maybe a Powerball ticket once in a while. I believe betting lines involving specific college players should be illegal.

Still not getting what that benifit is regardless of how much the coach makes. What is the actual benefit?

Not so much a benefit as it seems Clark was either a)flat out lying about the injuries (which causes the fans to not trust him....or B( he was clueless and just said we were good out of ignorance (which again erodes trust in the coach). Simple way to handle it, is to say, "no comment". Another way is to pull a Coach Harbaugh and tell everyone he's not a medical professional and cannot comment on any injuries. When a coach flat out lies it looks like he is hiding something. To me, it felt like Clark answered as he did because he didn't want people to realize how hurt his players were...only because they weren't getting strength and conditioning like they should have been. If players continue to get hurt one might start asking questions of the coaching staff, and goodness knows we can't do that. He doesn't have to tell the world someone is hurt, just don't comment.

You said it was a benefit and now when I ask an honest question, it is not so much a benifit. It is just another opportunity to slam a guy you hate. Is he going to be in the answer to every question for the next 10 years?

Don't hate the guy personally. Hate what he did to our program. There's a difference but you defends of all things Clark wouldn't see that.

I did mix you in with t dog, my mistake. With that said I don't defend all. I love the guy but I don't defend the last two years results and have my opinion of his biggest fault.

[ASUTodd]

Still not getting what that benifit is regardless of how much the coach makes. What is the actual benefit?

Not so much a benefit as it seems Clark was either a)flat out lying about the injuries (which causes the fans to not trust him....or B( he was clueless and just said we were good out of ignorance (which again erodes trust in the coach). Simple way to handle it, is to say, "no comment". Another way is to pull a Coach Harbaugh and tell everyone he's not a medical professional and cannot comment on any injuries. When a coach flat out lies it looks like he is hiding something. To me, it felt like Clark answered as he did because he didn't want people to realize how hurt his players were...only because they weren't getting strength and conditioning like they should have been. If players continue to get hurt one might start asking questions of the coaching staff, and goodness knows we can't do that. He doesn't have to tell the world someone is hurt, just don't comment.

You said it was a benefit and now when I ask an honest question, it is not so much a benifit. It is just another opportunity to slam a guy you hate. Is he going to be in the answer to every question for the next 10 years?

Don't hate the guy personally. Hate what he did to our program. There's a difference but you defends of all things Clark wouldn't see that.

I did mix you in with t dog, my mistake. With that said I don't defend all. I love the guy but I don't defend the last two years results and have my opinion of his biggest fault.

All good.... getting my morning feisty out!

[appstate24]

DJ mentioned bringing Devin Coleman from Missouri with him.

Also, FootballScoop reporting we are hiring Jeff Crosby from Texas as special teams coordinator

GO APPS!!

[AppSt94]

DJ mentioned bringing Devin Coleman from Missouri with him.

Also, FootballScoop reporting we are hiring Jeff Crosby from Texas as special teams coordinator

GO APPS!!

Crosby is an interesting hire. He has plenty of experience as an Analyst but it never materialized to an on field position coaches role. I know that there aren’t many teams that employee a ST coach so that may factor in.

[biggie]

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[appstate24]

Interesting that his whole career appears to have been on the defensive side, but he’s listed as an offensive assistant?

GO APPS!!

[BambooRdApp]

Interesting that his whole career appears to have been on the defensive side, but he’s listed as an offensive assistant?

GO APPS!!

He should know what the D is thinking

[boonetown1]

Interesting that his whole career appears to have been on the defensive side, but he’s listed as an offensive assistant?

GO APPS!!

He should know what the D is thinking

Honestly, this is an odd staff. I get it; spend more on coordinators and prioritize recruiting; but it’s still a hodgepodge of assistants. Hope it pays off

[ASU3432Mi]

Welcome to Boone coach Larkins! One suggestion- ditch the blue glasses for black and gold frames.

[AppWyo]

Interesting that his whole career appears to have been on the defensive side, but he’s listed as an offensive assistant?

GO APPS!!

He should know what the D is thinking

Honestly, this is an odd staff. I get it; spend more on coordinators and prioritize recruiting; but it’s still a hodgepodge of assistants. Hope it pays off

This entire staff makes me wonder if Loggains is building for the future of Appalachian Football or the future of Dowell Loggains Football career somewhere other than Appalachian.

However, with all of the new coaches in the Sun Belt it is going to be interesting to see who runs what kind of offense and defense. And will these teams be different from what they have been in the past.

[AppSt94]

Interesting that his whole career appears to have been on the defensive side, but he’s listed as an offensive assistant?

GO APPS!!

He should know what the D is thinking

Honestly, this is an odd staff. I get it; spend more on coordinators and prioritize recruiting; but it’s still a hodgepodge of assistants. Hope it pays off

This entire staff makes me wonder if Loggains is building for the future of Appalachian Football or the future of Dowell Loggains Football career somewhere other than Appalachian.

However, with all of the new coaches in the Sun Belt it is going to be interesting to see who runs what kind of offense and defense. And will these teams be different from what they have been in the past.

Does this look like a staff that would translate to the SEC?

[AppinVA]

Interesting that his whole career appears to have been on the defensive side, but he’s listed as an offensive assistant?

GO APPS!!

He should know what the D is thinking

Honestly, this is an odd staff. I get it; spend more on coordinators and prioritize recruiting; but it’s still a hodgepodge of assistants. Hope it pays off

This entire staff makes me wonder if Loggains is building for the future of Appalachian Football or the future of Dowell Loggains Football career somewhere other than Appalachian.

However, with all of the new coaches in the Sun Belt it is going to be interesting to see who runs what kind of offense and defense. And will these teams be different from what they have been in the past.

Damn, #teamclark is #teamclarking like it’s never #teamclarked before.

[BambooRdApp]

Interesting that his whole career appears to have been on the defensive side, but he’s listed as an offensive assistant?

GO APPS!!

He should know what the D is thinking

Honestly, this is an odd staff. I get it; spend more on coordinators and prioritize recruiting; but it’s still a hodgepodge of assistants. Hope it pays off

This entire staff makes me wonder if Loggains is building for the future of Appalachian Football or the future of Dowell Loggains Football career somewhere other than Appalachian.

However, with all of the new coaches in the Sun Belt it is going to be interesting to see who runs what kind of offense and defense. And will these teams be different from what they have been in the past.

First coaching gig. If he doesn't win at App. St., he doesn't have a next HC gig for a while. So, he is building for both...as any coach should..

[hapapp]

Interesting that his whole career appears to have been on the defensive side, but he’s listed as an offensive assistant?

GO APPS!!

He should know what the D is thinking

Honestly, this is an odd staff. I get it; spend more on coordinators and prioritize recruiting; but it’s still a hodgepodge of assistants. Hope it pays off

This entire staff makes me wonder if Loggains is building for the future of Appalachian Football or the future of Dowell Loggains Football career somewhere other than Appalachian.

However, with all of the new coaches in the Sun Belt it is going to be interesting to see who runs what kind of offense and defense. And will these teams be different from what they have been in the past.

Damn, #teamclark is #teamclarking like it’s never #teamclarked before.

Its as if any observation that isn't perceived as suggesting everything done by DLo isn't setting a path towards a national title is somehow indicative of wishing Clark were still coach. I'm excited to see the changes taking place and think he's done a great job in the portal. It's a new day in Boone. But, it's a fair observation that he has put together a staff that's an interesting mix with some getting their first on field coaching duties. It doesn't mean it's a criticism, just an observation.

[AppSt94]

Trust the process.

[ASUTodd]

I want us to win SOOOOO much that Coach Dlo is the most sought after coach on earth and he gets paid.

[Saint3333]

He should know what the D is thinking 😂😂😂😂

Honestly, this is an odd staff. I get it; spend more on coordinators and prioritize recruiting; but it’s still a hodgepodge of assistants. Hope it pays off

This entire staff makes me wonder if Loggains is building for the future of Appalachian Football or the future of Dowell Loggains Football career somewhere other than Appalachian.

However, with all of the new coaches in the Sun Belt it is going to be interesting to see who runs what kind of offense and defense. And will these teams be different from what they have been in the past.

Damn, #teamclark is #teamclarking like it’s never #teamclarked before.

Its as if any observation that isn't perceived as suggesting everything done by DLo isn't setting a path towards a national title is somehow indicative of wishing Clark were still coach. I'm excited to see the changes taking place and think he's done a great job in the portal. It's a new day in Boone. But, it's a fair observation that he has put together a staff that's an interesting mix with some getting their first on field coaching duties. It doesn't mean it's a criticism, just an observation.

Hap your take of interesting hires is a fair one, however taking that next step and questioning a new coach's intentions of not building for the future of App State even before the spring practice is poor form.

First time head coach knows that if they don't get this one right they'll take a step back. Perhaps he's giving other coaches their "first" just as he's getting his first.

[AppinVA]

Honestly, this is an odd staff. I get it; spend more on coordinators and prioritize recruiting; but it’s still a hodgepodge of assistants. Hope it pays off

This entire staff makes me wonder if Loggains is building for the future of Appalachian Football or the future of Dowell Loggains Football career somewhere other than Appalachian.

However, with all of the new coaches in the Sun Belt it is going to be interesting to see who runs what kind of offense and defense. And will these teams be different from what they have been in the past.

Damn, #teamclark is #teamclarking like it’s never #teamclarked before.

Its as if any observation that isn't perceived as suggesting everything done by DLo isn't setting a path towards a national title is somehow indicative of wishing Clark were still coach. I'm excited to see the changes taking place and think he's done a great job in the portal. It's a new day in Boone. But, it's a fair observation that he has put together a staff that's an interesting mix with some getting their first on field coaching duties. It doesn't mean it's a criticism, just an observation.

Hap your take of interesting hires is a fair one, however taking that next step and questioning a new coach's intentions of not building for the future of App State even before the spring practice is poor form.

First time head coach knows that if they don't get this one right they'll take a step back. Perhaps he's giving other coaches their "first" just as he's getting his first.

Also, it's who is asking these questions. Two months ago, they were Bagdhad Bobbing anything happening on Jack Branch Dr. Now, all of a sudden, everything has an anterior motive.

[Super Duper]

He may be able to steal some of our opponents signals based on his prior stints