<p>Lafalum – I don’t see dropping to Division III as the only option. Lafayette is certainly competitive with the other Patriot League athletic teams. The issue is primarily a football matter. Lafayette football could, theoretically, play as an independent or align themselves with Georgetown, Bucknell and ? in a non-scholarship league. Or they could remain in the Patriot League and become a perennial doormat, but with their acdemic integrity intact. </p>
<p>I think it is worth noting also that while FCS schools are permitted up to 63 football scholarships there is nothing that says you HAVE to offer 63 scholarships. The article mentions that Fordham had only two scholarship players this year (although one of those players had a significant impact). We don’t know yet what the limit might be on football scholarships IF the majority of PL schools vote “yes.”</p>
<p>While I admire Dan Weiss’ stance I must confess I am also concerned about the ramifications on Lafayette Athletics’ association with the PL and Ivy League schools if this issue forces a break-up of the League.</p>