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Even though there may be more names released later, seems very likely that the next HC of the Chargers is going be someone from this list. I think it is important that we see how each HC candidate sounds like when talking about the game. Being a HC isn't just about drawing up creating plays anymore, it's about being a leader of men and requires having excellent communication skills. Many coaches who are great with the Xs and Os but suck personality and communication wise have failed miserably in the NFL. Josh McDaniels and Matt Patricia are the two that come to mind from recent history.
Watch 30-1 min at least of each of videos below before making your list of your most desired HC candidate is. Who do you think has the required interpersonal skills to be a fierce leader which will compliment their experience and the Xs and Os which give us a competitive advantage?
*btw of course we aren't gonna be able to make a full judgement on any of these guys based on a short clip but I figured it's better than nothing. It's kinda cool to see how these guys talk as opposed to just seeing their pics and names.
Robert Saleh, Niners DC (my personal fave choice)
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Arthur Smith, Titans OC
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Matt Eberflus, Colts DC
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Joe Brady, Panthers OC
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Brian Daboll, Bills OC
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Brandon Staley, Rams DC
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Eric Bieniemy, Chiefs OC
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Not gonna do Jason Garrett because I refuse to believe that he's a legit candidate but if you want there's plenty of his interview clips on YouTube. Meyer isn't an official interview request yet so didn't do that one either.
My top 4 choices of this list (in order) would be
#1. Robert Saleh - He's a great leader and believes in doing whatever it takes to win. His aggressive mentality on defense makes me believe he won't be conservative offensively either and would be the type of coach to want to run the score up, not just run out the clock after getting a lead. I believe he can poach and bring some of the excellent offense coaches under Shanahan with him.
#2. Brandon Staley - Most underrated coach of the group but he's McVay of defense, an innovative defensive coach. He's similar to Brady but I have Staley ranked above only because Staley has more NFL experience.
#3. Joe Brady - Basically another McVay. Brilliant offensive mind but he's super raw. Watching his interviews (above) he seems like a bit of an introvert which isn't ideal for HC. Has the most potential of all coaches we are interviewing though and can perhaps the most innovative coach we've ever had. The guy is that smart. If he can bring in an experienced staff with him then it would be a home run.
#4. Brian Daboll - For some reason, he's the one guy most Chargers fans on all social media formats seem to want. He shows promise with the work he's done with Josh Allen but he also was irrelevant until this past season. Could be a 1 yr wonder. His offense seems to be a gimmic offense as well requiring the QB to run more often than not and this isn't a good idea in the longrun when considering how important QB durability is. He also struggled as a coach being on the sidelines and had to move to the booth this season to be successful...a HC has to be on the sidelines so not sure how well he could do in that capacity.
What's yours?
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