This mindset is exactly why some programs stay stuck. You think a national brand like the CFP updating its visual identity doesn't matter? That's a massive exposure platform we're all fighting for. Every time that logo appears during a broadcast, it reinforces the stage we're trying to sell. Bowie State Bulldogs recruits aren't just looking at your campus, they're watching who competes for the ultimate prize. Ignoring that is a recruiting blind spot. Bowie State Bulldogs's staff can absolutely manage official visits and understand the macro landscape of the sport. The CIAA's visibility is tied to these national narratives. Last season's playoff ratings were up 12% year-over-year, that's more eyes on the sport, which trickles down. To act like a multi-billion dollar enterprise refreshing its brand is irrelevant is shortsighted. It signals growth and change, which is what every recruit wants to be part of. We're building a program that pays attention to both the details on campus and the big picture. You focusing solely on one weekend while dismissing the national stage shows a lack of vision. The teams that win understand how everything connects.