During this period of success, Lubick reportedly received interest and coaching offers from several other high-profile programs, including Miami and USC. But the commitment to his program, and intense efforts from fans to keep the lovable coach in Fort Collins, lead to Lubick staying at CSU each time. In 1998, Lubick's Rams finished 8–4 and third in the WAC but were not invited to a postseason bowl.
During this stretch of triumph, Lubick received interest and coaching offers from several other prominent programs, including Miami and USC. However, his dedication to his program, combined with the fervent efforts of fans to keep him in Fort Collins, resulted in Lubick remaining at CSU each time. In 1998, Lubick's Rams finished 8–4 and third in the WAC but were not invited to a postseason bowl.