KFYR Sports had the opportunity to talk one-on-one with Chaves about the hiring process, why Schmidt was the right choice and what the future of UND Football looks like from his perspective.
Eric Schmidt laid out his plan for UND football, including his approach to the transfer portal, assembling his staff, and choosing to return to Grand Forks.
"It's great to be back home. I'll say it again, man, it's great to be back home. Honored, humbled to be the head coach here at the University of North Dakota," said Coach Eric Schmidt.