I understand there is no absolute reason for CUSA to add another team right now--regardless of Western Kentucky's decision to remain or not. With that noted, however, I feel there are programs "waiting in the wings" or should be on call for future/backup plans.
After considerable thought, and after originally leaning toward the Dakotas and/or Missouri State (they are not willing/unable to accept) I now feel Kennesaw State would be the most viable option.
At a glance--
Atlanta suburban market (read: football hotbed)
Over 41,000 students (think UCF a few years back)
Increasing academic standing/research
From their website: By the end of 2019 the Kennesaw Owls tallied a 48-15 total record from the beginning of the (Division 1 FCS) program. That gives the Owls the record of most wins for a football program in its first 5 years.
Geographically friendly--would serve as a vital link between Liberty, Middle Tennessee, Jacksonville State, and FIU (further stablizing the Atlantic and SE) promoting further possibilities of viable SW and SE divisions.
Don't get me wrong I have no bone in this debate--it just seems to be most viable, for now or the future.
I also agree that Tarleton State holds a potential (and keeps up SW/SE friendly (although they not ready yet)...
OK, my 2 cents--now have at it...
After considerable thought, and after originally leaning toward the Dakotas and/or Missouri State (they are not willing/unable to accept) I now feel Kennesaw State would be the most viable option.
At a glance--
Atlanta suburban market (read: football hotbed)
Over 41,000 students (think UCF a few years back)
Increasing academic standing/research
From their website: By the end of 2019 the Kennesaw Owls tallied a 48-15 total record from the beginning of the (Division 1 FCS) program. That gives the Owls the record of most wins for a football program in its first 5 years.
Geographically friendly--would serve as a vital link between Liberty, Middle Tennessee, Jacksonville State, and FIU (further stablizing the Atlantic and SE) promoting further possibilities of viable SW and SE divisions.
Don't get me wrong I have no bone in this debate--it just seems to be most viable, for now or the future.
I also agree that Tarleton State holds a potential (and keeps up SW/SE friendly (although they not ready yet)...
OK, my 2 cents--now have at it...