before they have degree in hand. I would change that philosophy. I would open the door to juco's and prep school kids who qualify academically. I have to assume some decline an ND offer because of the dorm situation. It will never happen, but I'd create an athletic dorm. Hell, many schools have suite set ups for all students these days. I would start to recruit to fit an ongoing scheme rather than recruiting players that are right kind of guys. I'd need to see more about ND's entrance and class requirements to provide additional perspective.
I would not remove Kelly at this time, but I wouldn't extend his contract without some wins against top 10 competition over the life of his contract. Neal Brown would be my first choice as a replacement, but he won't be available at the end of Kelly's contract.