Willingham's classes weren't that bad. Weis' play calling is terrible. His defense is terrible. He hired a new Defensive Coordinator, did he show up for work yet? Weis did himself No favors playing the shell game with hs QBs, especially after LSU ripped them to shreds. He deserves the criticism IMO.
They were ranked 32 and 40 with a total of 33 signees and a total of four 4star recruits. In addition they were recruited for different systems. There isn't a lot of talent there for what Weiss wants to do.
Of the 33 signees, 10 are no longer on the roster. 9 would have been seniors this year. So there are only 23 recruits from 2 not very talented classes left in the Jr and Sr classes. It's going to take time to rebuild at ND.
Playing to the audience is how I see the major networks in regard to ND considering how large their Alumni base is...not to mention their deep pockets. While I don't see LSU having a major role in ND's image, the lack of W's in post-season play have contributed greatly. :lol: With everything combined, he's up around the 4M mark. I've heard everything from his base of 3.3M this year plus incentives to the 10 yr. mark of 40M. Considering ND is private, I doubt we'll ever know the exact figure...but, it's up there.
