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I might be off track here, but I thought Thorson was considered a good coach, especially with the younger players.

Now it's a done deal!

Chances for a black quarterback even then was nil.

Thorson was with Niko at Drake and CSU. I don't think it's a coincidence that Thorson was keep on with the Gophers after BJ's firing. I may be wrong, but all this points to Thorson sitting on the bench with Niko next season.

I assume from their past history; it was predetermined that Thorson will stay with Niko.

I don't know the legalities of all this, but if assume Niko is the guy, is CSU in the loop on this? Are they going to go on speculation to start their new coaching hire? If their pissed, you can't just fire him as I assume that might affect the buyout from Minnesota.

Yup. Niko can't talk to the players...Thorson can. Smart to keep Thorson on as I'm sure the deal with Niko was made quite a while ago.

Okay, I guess that tells me where you're coming from.

I don't think so this time. Something was leaked, as I don't think the Strib would run a piece on pure speculation. There must be some credible source(s) driving this. It could be "stratigery" from Coyle to keep the players and recruit's calm about their expectations for next year.

Some more: https://www.si.com/college/minnesota/gophers-basketball/report-niko-medved-has-emerged-frontrunner-be-gophers-next-coach

I can't believe that until I hear from Shooter.

Marcus says he sources say it's Niko. https://www.startribune.com/gophers-basketball-coaching-search-niko-medved-mark-coyle/601237339

Marcus says his sources say it's Niko. https://www.startribune.com/gophers-basketball-coaching-search-niko-medved-mark-coyle/601237339

It's easily doable for the money. The only obstruction to expansion is 4th Avenue. It's nuanced but even expansion to the 4th Avenue side is possible for a concourse that leads to the other 3 side of the arena. Impact on the Pav?

Exactly. Can you build a replica of Williams? Sure. But let me tell you something, it will never be the same. Just another smaller version of an NBA stadium.

Under 10K no. The Barn can be remodeled with expansion towards University Avenue. It would be a complete remodel with a possible closure of 2 years with final seating capacity of 12 to 12.5K. Will it cost more than a new facility...Yes. I believe it would be a huge mistake to ty not to save...

Kind of like a Doug Woog move.

It amazes me how all these local sports guys really have no idea what's going on. Coyle's decision has been made. post season determines the announcement.

Think he was being derogatory? Coyle's reaction was unusual.

Loved watching "Tractor" Traylor at Michigan.