Coach Napier's EXit

[ManAboutTown]

I think it’s time for Cajun fans to realize, this is the last ride.

Start the grieving process now…

[ZoomZoom]

I think it’s time for Cajun fans to realize, this is the last ride.

Start the grieving process now…

Abet sad, actually a day of celebration. We finally have a FB coach that would be leaving for a big time job and not being shown the door or going into real estate. UL will be with Napier in media discussions many times down the road…akin to App beating Michigan and ULM beating Saban. The silver lining to the cloud.

Besides, nothing has happened yet.

[RaginScotsman]

I think it’s time for Cajun fans to realize, this is the last ride.

Start the grieving process now…

Let's be positive. We have seen what this program can do. We've set a new standard. Look at is as the beginning of a bright future.

Several other successful teams have gone through coaching changes and sustained success. If we lose Napier, it would obviously be a blow, but he's set us up for success.

[Esqueleto]

Abet sad, actually a day of celebration. We finally have a FB coach that would be leaving for a big time job and not being shown the door or going into real estate. UL will be with Napier in media discussions many times down the road…akin to App beating Michigan and ULM beating Saban. The silver lining to the cloud.

Besides, nothing has happened yet.

Agreed. This an opportunity to use the Napier era as a springboard for even greater success. My only concern would be not having Dr. Maggard make the next hire.

[HOUCajun]

Agreed. This an opportunity to use the Napier era as a springboard for even greater success. My only concern would be not having Dr. Maggard make the next hire.

This concern for sure. Other concern would be #of players going into the portal on our current roster.

[ManAboutTown]

Let's be positive. We have seen what this program can do. We've set a new standard. Look at is as the beginning of a bright future.

Several other successful teams have gone through coaching changes and sustained success. If we lose Napier, it would obviously be a blow, but he's set us up for success.

I’m at peace with it. We kept him 2 years longer than many expected. He laid down a foundation that will last for a long time. He will put LA on the map for quality coaches going forward. He removed the “coaching graveyard” tag in a huge way (especially if he lands at Florida).

We’ll turn the page. It’s bitter sweet; but the beat goes on. In Maggard we trust.

[ULvictory]

This is a tough pill to swallow, but it comes with the territory. What Billy has built here will be stable enough for a new competent coach to maintain. As long as Dr. Maggard is the one making the hire, I will be comfortable with whoever comes in.

If Billy ends up being the coach at Florida, the Florida Gators will have a new fan.

[GeauxCajuns]

Hopefully he throws us a bone and gets a home and home or 2 for 1 thrown in with Florida for us.

[KajunKrazy]

If Nap goes to florida do we go after mullen to come here and resurrect his career?

[SlickRick]

With Maggard’s new title, it’s crossed my mind…T-Joe’s successor.

That's a very interesting thought....Thanks!

[CameronCajun]

I’m at peace with it. We kept him 2 years longer than many expected. He laid down a foundation that will last for a long time. He will put LA on the map for quality coaches going forward. He removed the “coaching graveyard” tag in a huge way (especially if he lands at Florida).

We’ll turn the page. It’s bitter sweet; but the beat goes on. In Maggard we trust.

Exactly....I think you said it best, I'm at peace with it. Coach has elevated our program to heights I didn't think possible. Also, 100% trust Dr. Maggard. If/When our HC job opens up I believe his phone will be ringing off the hook. It bittersweet, hate to loose CBN, but excited for the future too.

[SlickRick]

If Nap goes to florida do we go after mullen to come here and resurrect his career?

With the money he made at Florida, he will likely take some time off before plotting his next step. These guys with the mega bucks contracts don't typically jump too quickly to their next gig, after being fired.

I won't comment on Billy leaving or staying. He deserves whatever he decides to do.