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This would explain why both NIU head coach Dave Doeren left for North Carolina State — to coach a team with more money at their disposal. Likewise, Florida State also lost a key person on their staff: defensive coordinator Mark Stoops, who will coach at Kentucky next season. And wouldn't you know it: Stoops' contract was almost one-third more than Doeren's.
Ah, but this is me explaining the difference using words. I promised you pictures. I'll shut up.
Yes, you can almost squeeze four NIU budgets into one Florida State budget. By comparison: