DPI is not an automatic 1st down.

The only thing Bracken can do is not play those schools during the season. Bracken has tried to talk to them about it and they are not willing to negotiate. Pushed them to not play.

Wonder what the "head Honcho" will have to say?

I would hope he does. While it was a different offense, he did lead the Polar Bears in carries and touchdowns last season. He runs hard inside and opens up the outside for Fisher.

Sam Elsbernd is a good coach. Saw him on the boys sideline last season as an assistant and have heard good things. However, it is going to take time for him to completely right the program after 3 coaches in 3 years. I agree that Bracken will be committed to playing hard defense, but this is his first time being a head coach and I'm sure there will be some growing pains as he builds the program.

How is this hurting them in the "long run"? If a school wants to host and has the facilities to do so, there shouldn't be a problem with them hosting.