'10 FL CB Cody Riggs (Notre Dame Transferee)

[ryno 24]

I see him being the starting nickel corner, and splitting time with Shumate

 

[rocket66]

I bet he starts somewhere if he comes here. Kid has started 25 games in the last few years for one of the best secondary's in the country. He isn't going to be a backup to our mediocre safetys.

Farley???

 

[BGIF]

Originally Posted by BGIF
I'm more excited than NSD as this would be a Notre Dame precedent setter and would require cooperation between AD, Admissions, and Administration to make this happen in a short period of time.

Didn't we do this with a formerly Wake Forest punter this past season?

My enthusiasm isn't waned as there are some similarities and some differences between Wulfeck and Cody.

ND did take Alex Wulfeck as a Graduate Student in 2013 but in all the stories I was able to find it appears he came as a walk-on not as a scholarship player. I'll hazard a guess that with 40 games played, 26 as a Starter, Cody is looking for a scholarship. I don't know either Wulfeck's or Cody's academic or financial capabilities. Finances could be a factor to the player.

The articles on Wulfeck's acceptance were in late February so there's time.

I was not able to determine which graduate school Wulfeck attended. The Pinstripe Bowl Media Guide didn't mention it. Cody wants an MBA or a Masters in Science in Business. ND offers both through Mendoza.

Wulfeck took summer classes at ND so he was on campus to practice before Fall. Mendoza offers a one year and two year MBA program. As I read the descriptions the one year program is the two year program compressed in 3 semesters Summer, Fall, Spring with no internship. The MSB is a 11 month program but spread over 3 semesters. The MSB appears to be for those who are making a change in major (not a business undergrad).

Keep in mind football players try to lighten their load during the playing season as they have less time available. Students without a business background take those classes in summer school so Cody's summer would be full.




From the Mendoza site

The Master of Science in Business (MSB) is an 11-month graduate program for non-business undergraduates with little or no work experience. The aim of the program is to bridge a student’s undergraduate work with its application in a business context by providing fundamental business knowledge and skills.

The MSB program takes place over three semesters—summer, fall and spring—and provides students with a thorough grounding in business fundamentals, such as accounting, finance, business ethics, marketing and management principles as well as an optional international study trip to China. In addition, the 44 hours of coursework includes two integrative courses that enable students to combine the knowledge and skills they gained through their undergraduate major with business fundamentals in a way that creates a unique personal brand.

 

[notredomer23]

I bet he starts somewhere if he comes here. Kid has started 25 games in the last few years for one of the best secondary's in the country. He isn't going to be a backup to our mediocre safetys.

He also missed most of 2012 or else he would have been a 3 year starter. Definitely hope we can get Riggs on board. I remember he was one of my favorites when we were recruiting him.

 

[tussin]

1. Does he have any NFL potential?

2. Does ND have a 1 year MBA? This seems like a really good selling point we can do with 5th years in the future (assuming they have a solid head on their shoulders).

ND offers these guys a perfect opportunity to: a) showcase football ability in 5th year on a national stage and b) leave with a graduate degree that is actually worth something and will seriously enhance one's employability (particularly in the midwest).

 

[wizards8507]

2. Does ND have a 1 year MBA? This seems like a really good selling point we can do with 5th years in the future (assuming they have a solid head on their shoulders).

"Students who have taken statistics and financial accounting from an accredited university where English is the primary language, may apply for the Notre Dame One-Year MBA program. Enrollment is not encouraged for those who are seeking a drastic or significant career change. Pioneered by Notre Dame in 1982, the program enables students to begin study in May and graduate the following May."

 

[notredomer23]

1. Does he have any NFL potential?

2. Does ND have a 1 year MBA? This seems like a really good selling point we can do with 5th years in the future (assuming they have a solid head on their shoulders).

ND offers these guys a perfect opportunity to: a) showcase football ability in 5th year on a national stage and b) leave with a graduate degree that is actually worth something and will seriously enhance one's employability (particularly in the midwest).

1. At corner, possibly. At safety, I would have to think he is too small. Definitely a take, and would in all likelihood start at either safety or corner.

2. I believe as mentioned, they have an 11 month program for non-business majors that he would qualify for. A masters of science in business.

 

[wizards8507]

2. I believe as mentioned, they have an 11 month program for non-business majors that he would qualify for. A masters of science in business.

The MSB is a bullshit degree. Anyone who's anyone in the business world would look at that and promptly reply "WTF?"

See also: Master of Accountancy (which I have). The only point of the MAcc is to get credit hours for the CPA exam just like the only point of the MSB is if you majored in something useless as an undergrad.

 

[tussin]

The MSB is a bullshit degree. Anyone who's anyone in the business world would look at that and promptly reply "WTF?"

See also: Master of Accountancy (which I have). The only point of the MAcc is to get credit hours for the CPA exam just like the only point of the MSB is if you majored in something useless as an undergrad.

Agreed. If this is truly an academics decision, the value of an MBA far outweighs MSB.

 

[notredomer23]

Well here is what ND's 1 year MBA site says:

An undergraduate degree in business from an accredited university where English is the primary language
OR a demonstrated proficiency in fundamental business knowledge and skills (usually gained through significant work experience)

Three credit hours of Financial Accounting

Three credit hours of Statistic/B]

 

[wizards8507]

Agreed. If this is truly an academics decision, the value of an MBA far outweighs MSB.

And ND offers a one-year MBA so it's a non-issue anyways.

 

[notredomer23]

Well here is what ND's 1 year MBA site says:

An undergraduate degree in business from an accredited university where English is the primary language
OR a demonstrated proficiency in fundamental business knowledge and skills (usually gained through significant work experience)

Three credit hours of Financial Accounting

Three credit hours of Statistic/B]

 

[BGIF]

The MSB is a bullshit degree. Anyone who's anyone in the business world would look at that and promptly reply "WTF?"

See also: Master of Accountancy (which I have). The only point of the MAcc is to get credit hours for the CPA exam just like the only point of the MSB is if you majored in something useless as an undergrad.

Agreed. If this is truly an academics decision, the value of an MBA far outweighs MSB.

Actually you both need to turn your degrees back in for making a detailed decison from an ISD intel report and snippets of articles.

The one article points out what his undergraduate degree is in. IF he gets a scholarship he only has a 12 month window (Summer, Fall and Spring).

How is he paying for it otherwise? Clue there's no info provided.

Would Mendoza accept him for the shorter program but not the longer? There are reasons they offer a degree you too hold in disdain.

If Cody does get a shot at the NFL he wouldn't be able to do an internship in the near term would he?

Not everybody wants to work on Wall Street or run a fortune 500 company. I know three MBA's who are Doctors, MDs. Two got MBA's because they felt it would be beneficial to their practice. One runs a hospital. I know a bunch of Engineering MBA's. They got their degrees to further their engineering careers not as the destination. I know a MBA that runs a medical practice. She makes a nice salary but probably not what your aspirations are. Of course her father died young "chasing the carrot". She made a career objective not to die from ulcers or a heart attack before 40. Her job selection is the life track she planned. She's very happy.

I suspect Cody has this a lot more thought out and further along then we do.

 

[Cpnd1]

@NDatRivals: #Florida defensive back Cody Riggs is “interested” in exploring #NotreDame as a fifth year option ($): Riggs ‘interested' in Irish switch

Anything new?

 

[Irish#1]

Anyone willing to answer my question?

How good is he, all conference? He played in the SEC, so he has to be fast, right?

 

[tussin]

Actually you both need to turn your degrees back in for making a detailed decison from an ISD intel report and snippets of articles.

The one article points out what his undergraduate degree is in. IF he gets a scholarship he only has a 12 month window (Summer, Fall and Spring).

How is he paying for it otherwise? Clue there's no info provided.

Would Mendoza accept him for the shorter program but not the longer? There are reasons they offer a degree you too hold in disdain.

If Cody does get a shot at the NFL he wouldn't be able to do an internship in the near term would he?

Not everybody wants to work on Wall Street or run a fortune 500 company. I know three MBA's who are Doctors, MDs. Two got MBA's because they felt it would be beneficial to their practice. One runs a hospital. I know a bunch of Engineering MBA's. They got their degrees to further their engineering careers not as the destination. I know a MBA that runs a medical practice. She makes a nice salary but probably not what your aspirations are. Of course her father died young "chasing the carrot". She made a career objective not to die from ulcers or a heart attack before 40. Her job selection is the life track she planned. She's very happy.

I suspect Cody has this a lot more thought out and further along then we do.

Nothing in your patronizing, ego-centric rant disputes anything what I said. The MSB places more weight on business theory than practice, which may make sense for someone of Cody Riggs background.

However, despite those benefits, the ROI of an MBA far outweighs that of a MSB. If he gets admitted to Mendoza, he should go there. That would be more in line with the "40 year decision" that everyone points to on this board.

Thanks for the suggestions, but I don't think I will "turn in my degree." I will also keep your anecdote about the 3 people you know in mind when/if I am applying for an MBA. Truly enlightening stuff.

 

[Jebediah Springfield]

 

[yankeeND]

This would be such a good pick-up for all the right reasons. Would be nice if this scenario with similar circumstances started to become the norm, especially if we continue to struggle filling up to 85. Was so disappointed when he chose Florida and I feel these types of kids could pay huge dividends when prospects visit as the opinion of a player like Riggs could sway a prospect our way.

 

[Emcee77]

Loy posted an update. Nothing we don't know ... he spoke to Riggs, who confirmed that he is interested in ND. Loy came away impressed, as Riggs comes across as a mature, humble, classy and focused kid. Not a bad word to say about anyone at UF; just wants to go in a different direction for the sake of his career. Looking to make a decision soon.

Loy is also hearing from sources at ND that ND has a great chance of getting him. Something should happen one way or another in the next few weeks.

 

[PerthDomer]

who else is he looking at?

 

[Henges24]

Any updates on Cody?

Really want this guy on board as I was big on his recruitment in 2010. Him and Joshua Shaw were big wants for me and both coincidentally ended up at FL.

 

[Ultimate Penn St. Hater]

Loy has a VIP update. I'm not a VIP.

 

[Emcee77]

Must be the same one from yesterday. I didn't see anything new

 

[STLDomer]

Every time I think of this situation I think what a troll job ALLGATOR would be doing right now if he wasn't banned

 

[irishog77]

Every time I think of this situation I think what a troll job ALLGATOR would be doing right now if he wasn't banned

Ha! Yeah, I wish that dude was around for this.

 

[Me2SouthBend]

Ha! Yeah, I wish that dude was around for this.

Hog, you are on the cusp.

 

[GainesvilleIrish]

IMO, this is a purely football move. Florida is too talented and young at corner (where he wants to play) and doesn't want to keep playing safety (where he was one of 3 players to start every game last year). If he was talented enough go play corner in Gainesville, I'm sure he would be a Gator.

The academic really doesn't matter in the sense that both ND and Florida are top MBA progams.

Dudes a hell of a player. If he does in fact go to ND, it'll be a good addition to the secondary in terms of leadership and game experience. I just wouldn't get my hopes up for an All American at corner.

 

[Emcee77]

IMO, this is a purely football move. Florida is too talented and young at corner (where he wants to play) and doesn't want to keep playing safety (where he was one of 3 players to start every game last year). If he was talented enough go play corner in Gainesville, I'm sure he would be a Gator.

The academic really doesn't matter in the sense that both ND and Florida are top MBA progams.

Dudes a hell of a player. If he does in fact go to ND, it'll be a good addition to the secondary in terms of leadership and game experience. I just wouldn't get my hopes up for an All American at corner.

ALLGATOR?

Half-joking ... A lot of people, including some who are often fairly knowledgeable about these things, seem to believe that this was purely a football move, or at least as much a football move as anything else.

 

[Emcee77]

Loy posted an update to say that there likely won't be a real update for at least a week or two. Not a situation that will be resolved right away.

 

[Ndaccountant]

Loy posted an update to say that there likely won't be a real update for at least a week or two. Not a situation that will be resolved right away.

Jake Brown's reaction......