New 2021 Head Coach - Who Will It Be? - Discussion

[Bolt-O]

So what happens. Chargers don't pounce. Or have a select few they knew they were interested in post Lynn.
They are interviewing 12 coaches.
Don't team usually have that list at about 5 or so?

Virtual interviews are cheap, and depending on the agents involved, discrete, and you get insight of your team that may be hidden. I don't think the best candidates will blow off the chance, thank god for JH.

[Critty]

They should already target a guy. They have JH10.
And throw him a pile of money. And the keys.
Look too long get it wrong.

[jamrock]

They should already target a guy. They have JH10.
And throw him a pile of money. And the keys.
Look too long get it wrong.

You would think that guy was already targeted. This looks like a Charger shit show. Why am I not surprised?

[Heatmiser]

I watched a panel with Silver, Jeremiah, and a couple other guys. Everyone pretty much agreed Lynn was a really good guy but his issues really dictated his firing. Except Silver. He basically implied that this firing was racist and that coaches of color don’t get the tenure that white coaches do and that coaches of color don’t get a second chance elsewhere once they are fired like white coaches do. (He used Gase as an example and said Lynn had a better record) And he said that Lynn improved the Chargers. Apparently he still hates our team. And apparently he has never heard of Art Shell, Jim Caldwell, Hugh Jackson, Romeo Crennel, Lovie Smith (all got second gigs) or Marvin Lewis who was a HC for what, 14 years despite never ONCE winning a playoff game. And I am sure there are more, this was just off the top of my head. Silver is just a jerk and actually sets back the race issue with his idiocy and I doubt he really cares about it anyway.

TG

[Lone Bolt]

I really have no real clue what I am talking about...but I like some of the forum submittals I read about Staley...and I have always liked Harbough...that coach will have his shit wired tight, and the stars on this team who want to win will appreciate his professional toughness and accountability.

And he won't be playing who the Spanos or even TT want to play, he will play the best...and I am sure that will be made clear in the interview, so if he was the hire, I would feel pretty good about it.

[like54ninjas]

They should already target a guy. They have JH10.
And throw him a pile of money. And the keys.
Look too long get it wrong.

Never buy before you kicked the tires, test drove, and investigated other dealers to get exactly what you need not just want.

[Lyth]

Never buy before you kicked the tires, test drove, and investigated other dealers to get exactly what you need not just want.

Agreed. It's not like there's a proven winner of a HC suddenly out of work. Make a bigish list. Do the web interviews with all that you can. Come out with a smaller list and dig deep.

Now we just have to hope Deano can pick a coach better than TT and the man child.

[Lyth]

I really have no real clue what I am talking about...but I like some of the forum submittals I read about Staley...and I have always liked Harbough...that coach will have his shit wired tight, and the stars on this team who want to win will appreciate his professional toughness and accountability.

And he won't be playing who the Spanos or even TT want to play, he will play the best...and I am sure that will be made clear in the interview, so if he was the hire, I would feel pretty good about it.

I'd be ok with Harbaugh. He knows the game and gets alot out of his players. You're right though, he won't be told who to play. I wonder if the Spanos are ok with that?

[21&500]

I really have no real clue what I am talking about...but I like some of the forum submittals I read about Staley...and I have always liked Harbough...that coach will have his shit wired tight, and the stars on this team who want to win will appreciate his professional toughness and accountability.

And he won't be playing who the Spanos or even TT want to play, he will play the best...and I am sure that will be made clear in the interview, so if he was the hire, I would feel pretty good about it.

Yes. I can’t picture himself ever NOT being clear about that.
If he’s the guy, maybe the Spanos turn the corner

[Bolt4Knob]

I watched a panel with Silver, Jeremiah, and a couple other guys. Everyone pretty much agreed Lynn was a really good guy but his issues really dictated his firing. Except Silver. He basically implied that this firing was racist and that coaches of color don’t get the tenure that white coaches do and that coaches of color don’t get a second chance elsewhere once they are fired like white coaches do. (He used Gase as an example and said Lynn had a better record) And he said that Lynn improved the Chargers. Apparently he still hates our team. And apparently he has never heard of Art Shell, Jim Caldwell, Hugh Jackson, Romeo Crennel, Lovie Smith (all got second gigs) or Marvin Lewis who was a HC for what, 14 years despite never ONCE winning a playoff game. And I am sure there are more, this was just off the top of my head. Silver is just a jerk and actually sets back the race issue with his idiocy and I doubt he really cares about it anyway.

TG

I do think Trotter was right that owners like to hire people who look like them. And yes, maybe some black coaches deserve a first interview more than some white dudes or giving the chance. But in this case, the firing based on performance and his actions, was justified. Trotter nailed it in the tweets: clock/game management and very loyal to his assistants.

[Boltdiehard]

I watched a panel with Silver, Jeremiah, and a couple other guys. Everyone pretty much agreed Lynn was a really good guy but his issues really dictated his firing. Except Silver. He basically implied that this firing was racist and that coaches of color don’t get the tenure that white coaches do and that coaches of color don’t get a second chance elsewhere once they are fired like white coaches do. (He used Gase as an example and said Lynn had a better record) And he said that Lynn improved the Chargers. Apparently he still hates our team. And apparently he has never heard of Art Shell, Jim Caldwell, Hugh Jackson, Romeo Crennel, Lovie Smith (all got second gigs) or Marvin Lewis who was a HC for what, 14 years despite never ONCE winning a playoff game. And I am sure there are more, this was just off the top of my head. Silver is just a jerk and actually sets back the race issue with his idiocy and I doubt he really cares about it anyway.

TG

I saw that it was bad and very cringe and not genuine. Notice the Cal helmet behind him and this shit is a industry there.

NFLN is ass.

[Bolt4Knob]

Yes. I can’t picture himself ever NOT being clear about that.
If he’s the guy, maybe the Spanos turn the corner

If the Spanii hire Harbaugh - that would be a good sign to me. That means they are looking to win more than just hiring a cheaper coach. I have no problem with them interviewing a bunch of guys - maybe just get more intel and insights.