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He's the only head coach in NCAA history to have a 100% graduation rate for senior players in a single year. The guy emphasizes being a warrior on the field and in the classroom, and he has pulled off some big wins since Harbaugh left (without Luck too). He's everything you could ask for in a coach as a human being and a leader, he's a great speaker, very well mannered, and really seems to care about his players. He runs a pro-style offense at Stanford, but how well he can compete at this level is TBD. I think he's a good option, but not my first pick. He is most definitely a Bob McNair kind of guy and will definitely be considered if he tells his agent to pursue it.
That's my point. It's college. Do you want Nick Saban coaching the Texans, too?
Whoever is hired should have nice hair like Kubiak.
Horton's defense allegedly restricts Watt: "Another coach that the Texans should pass on is Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator Ray Horton. He's been a top coaching candidate for years, but his brand of 3-4 defense is drastically different from Phillips'. Horton could possibly signal a huge decline for J.J. Watt, but making him more of a role player and not allowing him chance to shine."I really hope McNair doesn't preclude himself from a guy like Horton; otherwise, the only one I'd want is a guy like Lovie.
What's your point?
Is your argument that a college HC cannot be a successful NFL HC? There are plenty of examples that would refute that; i.e. Jimmy Johnson, Jim Harbaugh, Pete Carroll, etc.
Or is your argument that you believe David Shaw is a college HC that cannot be a successful HC? If so, you have done a poor job making it.
Horton's defense allegedly restricts Watt: "Another coach that the Texans should pass on is Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator Ray Horton. He's been a top coaching candidate for years, but his brand of 3-4 defense is drastically different from Phillips'. Horton could possibly signal a huge decline for J.J. Watt, but making him more of a role player and not allowing him chance to shine."
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=houston-texans
Horton's defense allegedly restricts Watt: "Another coach that the Texans should pass on is Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator Ray Horton. He's been a top coaching candidate for years, but his brand of 3-4 defense is drastically different from Phillips'. Horton could possibly signal a huge decline for J.J. Watt, but making him more of a role player and not allowing him chance to shine."
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=houston-texans
Shaw was assistant coach at Raiders, Ravens and Eagles.Someone explain to me the reasoning behind Shaw. I see quite a bit of potential but he has the same "talented OC" background that Kubiak had... and you tell me how that worked out. I'm not saying he isn't a good coach, but doesn't he seem a little unproven?
You definitely want Horton, then.
I am going to have to disagree with you. It's:Here's a name that you'll love: Mike Shanahan.
Clayton on ESPN said that if the Redskins fire him, he would move to the top of the Texans list.
No!!!!
Shaw was assistant coach at Raiders, Ravens and Eagles.
That's my point. It's college. Do you want Nick Saban coaching the Texans, too?
Saban had minimal NFL experience. Shaw has mainly NFL experience plus grew up in NFL locker rooms. Not the same situation.
I like his cut hair look, but that's me. If he comes in and gets us a Superbowl then I'LL get cornrows. >_>
EDIT: This is what we're referring to.
Whisenhunt's wiki page, for anyone interested.
The only thing about Art Briles is he doesn't fit McNair's requirements. He has no NFL experience.
Here's a current picture of him.
It kills me that we're talking about a candidate's hair, but we all know that McNair would never hire a guy that doesn't have a conventional hairstyle. I'm guessing Rob Ryan will get zero mentions as well.
Whoever we get MUST tailor their coaching to our strengths. Anyone that would implement anything that diminishes JJ Watt as the best defensive player in football, Andre Johnson, Arian Foster, Brian Cushing, etc is a non-starter.
We have some special players. Keep them special.
I'd recommend that you and everyone here check Youtube for videos of this guy; very cerebral thinker.
I've seen the video on this page where he talks about Dick LeBeau's influence on him. I'd hire him just based on that.
I think McNair should send a plane to Pittsburgh to pick him up as soon as the final whistle blows on December 29. I'm pretty sure the Browns don't have a prayer of getting in the playoffs no matter how solid his defense is.
Yes, it was supposed to be a joke. I failed. May God have mercy on my soul.
And there's plenty of college guys who've sucked in the NFL. The list is probably just as large, if not more so.
As for your second point, I insinuated no such thing. I just think he's unproven and that there are more proven options out there. I don't know if he'll be successful, but it's chancy any time you take a guy from college. He could be Jimmy Johnson. He could also be Nick Saban.
Saban had minimal NFL experience. Shaw has mainly NFL experience plus grew up in NFL locker rooms. Not the same situation.
David Shaw is the top of my list, but all indications are that he's happy at Stanford and considers it his lifelong "dream job".
One of the most talked about reasons for bringing Wade here was that he adapted his scheme to his players and put them in position to succeed.
You want more of that?
False. Saban was the lbs coach with parcells with giants.Saban was also on belicheks staff in cleveland. Saban also had success at mich st,lso,and now bama. What are you talking about
YES!! But someone who is better at it than Wade. Seriously some of the crap being posted here is rediculous. First, don't hire a head coach who's won a Super Bowl now don't hire a coach that adjust his scheme to fit the players strengths.
That's my point. It's college. Do you want Nick Saban coaching the Texans, too?
Jon Gruden, analyst, ESPN -- Just about everyone figures hell return at some point. Owners continue to check out his interest.
Lovie Smith, former head coach, Chicago -- The native Texan led the Bears to a Super Bowl and was fired after going 10-6 last season.
Darrell Bevell, offensive coordinator, Seattle -- Before running the Seahawks offense and coaching Russell Wilson, he was the coordinator at Minnesota and Green Bay.
Gus Malzahn, head coach, Auburn -- The native Texan has been a head coach for two seasons, but he helped Auburn win a national title as offensive coordinator.
Bill OBrien, head coach, Penn State -- The former New England assistant under Bill Belichick has done a solid job under difficult circumstances.
Todd Bowles, defensive coordinator, Arizona -- Hes got 15 years of NFL coaching experience, and hes doing an outstanding job with the Cardinals defense.
Pete Carmichael, offensive coordinator, New Orleans -- This is his eighth season with the Saints, and theyve had one of the leagues most prolific offenses.
David Shaw, head coach, Stanford -- The former NFL assistant is so hot right now he can almost have his pick of jobs if he wants to move.
Greg Roman, offensive coordinator, San Francisco -- The former Texans assistant excelled under Jim Harbaugh at Stanford and followed him to the 49ers.
Raymond Horton is the defensive coordinator of the Cleveland Browns. He was an assistant coach for the Washington Redskins, Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions, and Pittsburgh Steelers. 2011, Horton was defensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals. 2013, Horton was hired as the defensive coordinator of the Cleveland Browns.
One of the most talked about reasons for bringing Wade here was that he adapted his scheme to his players and put them in position to succeed.
You want more of that?
I'd prefer a coach that recognizes and utilizes that talent. The only thing they MUST do is win
There is no "better than wade" option. He's the best at it. Dude's defenses have done this for decades. 1st year, they look like the 85 bears & by his last year they look like the 2010 texans. That more than anything should tell you that adjusting your scheme to fit your players strengths needs to be minimal b/c ultimately good teams/qbs find out what you can't do well & they force you to do it.
Instead of hoping to find a guy who adjusts his scheme to fit his players' strengths you should want a coach who finds players that fit his scheme perfectly...
How can you hire the leader of the team, and not allow him to pick his own assistants? And who is this "somebody" that would know a good OC if they saw one?I'd be fine with Lovie too, but he can't pick his OC, you have to have somebody who can do that for him.
Isn't Lovie a 4-3 guy? I'd want to go with someone that wouldn't overhaul the defense.
How can you hire the leader of the team, and not allow him to pick his own assistants? And who is this "somebody" that would know a good OC if they saw one?
BTW, not a fan of Lovie Smith. Not the leader I'm looking for. Too Kubiak-esqe. Tired already of McClain pumping him up by saying "Lovie's a native Texan". Who cares? I don't care if the next coach comes from Lower Slobovia. I just want a winner.
After watching the press conference again, I was struck by McNair's criteria for the next HC.
I think he substantially limits the field by requiring both NFL and head coaching experience. Also says a lot about Rick Smith's role in the organization which looks like glorified "yes man.".
Almost guarantees he's going with Lovie IMO.
I had the impression that he would very much prefer those qualities, but he's a smart enough owner to not limit himself. I was more concerned with his statements about this not being a long rebuilding period; I'd hate to see him go from hand-offs with the team to the second coming of Jerry.
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