Yes, he has and does (and I’m no apologist for him)

But it’s inaccurate to say he doesn’t. He hosts an “ask Jack” forum most football Saturdays and each of the 2 that I’ve been to (one each the last 2 seasons) he has clearly stated that the goal is a national championship (in football as well as other sports)

And for full transparency, each time I have been the guy in the room waiting to pounce at some half-assed “in the conversation” comment.

We can debate his sincerity or his ability to make decisions and direct resources to affect the desired (and stated) outcome, but he has said it, at least twice.

(Edited subject for spelling & punctuation)