He surprised some by deciding to come back for a sixth year of eligibility and sling the rock for a South Dakota squad that had its best season in the Div. I era last year.

Then, after a productive and spiritied spring practice stretch — and at times, during it — some of quarterback Aidan Bouman's linemen left the Coyotes for NIL deals elsewhere.

After a fun conversation about his cross-country road trip with father and former NFL quarterback Todd Bouman, Aidan decides to "address the elephant in the room" about the transfers.

How did he feel about it? How can the Coyotes have a synergized team in time for the season to start when some starters will have not practiced in the spring? 

What can fans expect from players who did work out in the spring, and what kind of tone did new head coach Travis Johansen and his new offensive and defensive coordinators set? 

You'll feel a definite chill but motivated tone throughout the 40-minute chat.