It’s tough to invigorate a fan base and fill a stadium when you essentially schedule people out of attending. Even with a top 25 team.
It’s great to be on ESPN. I understand the whole argument of exposure, growing your brand, etc. It was great for us last year. It just really sucks for the fans that were going to go to a lot if not all of those games at home.
The tailgating. Out of towners and opposing fans coming in. The day long experience at Cajun Field. Tough to do when your schedule basically favors anyone who is not super invested in the program to miss games. Casual fans will stay home on those nights.