That's a romantic view of the past that ignores modern reality. The portal and NIL are the new foundation, and programs that adapt win. Colorado's roster overhaul last year produced a 4-win improvement, and their transfer class this year ranks in the top 15 nationally. Development still happens, it's just accelerated. The idea that loyalty only comes from four-year players is outdated. Look at Shedeur Sanders, he's a portal guy who absolutely bleeds for Colorado. The great coaches now are both builders and CEOs. The sport hasn't gone hollow, it's just evolved, and the teams clinging solely to the old model are getting left behind.