Who would you like as the next Head Coach of the Buffalo Bills?

by KHWALA72 on Nov 11, 2009 9:02 PM EST Comment 43 comments

I would like to Mike Shanahan, Jim Kelly, Jason Garrett, Bill Cowher/Tony Dungy (if they decides to coach again), John Gruden? Whats your thoughts? I really would like to see Mike, or John as our Head Coach, Jason Garrett as the Asst Coach/Offensive Coordinator, and Tony Dungy as the GM (look at draft picks he got from when he was with the Colts) Help me out guys and gals cause I'm ready for a fresh new start for our team I'm sick and tired of being last or almost last in our division.

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I like Gruden, Shanahan, and Cowher. I think getting any of them would be helpful to our team but I also don’t feel that any one of them will end up here. Jason Garrett won’t leave unless it’s for a head coach job. Lastly I would attribute the drafting of the Colts more to Bill Polian than to Dungy. Polian proved with us he knows how to build a team.

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by partyboybackformore on Nov 12, 2009 8:41 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

Jason Garrett has that job already in Dallas. Why would he come here unless it’s as head coach?

What has Tony Dungy ever done to show he is capable of selecting players?

Jim Kelly? He has said he never wants to coach. He has no experience and now you want him to be the head guy?

Gruden, Shanny, and Cowher are the only realistic ones on that list and the latter two are probably not even realistic.

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by MattRichWarren on Nov 12, 2009 9:47 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

Shanny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 12, 2009 10:22 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

Why get rid of Jauron? He is doing great.

by Berg79 on Nov 12, 2009 12:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Ha, good one Berg!

by o.c.blazerfan on Nov 12, 2009 12:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Dean Pees

Trent Edwards - Backup QB until furthur notice.

by J2 on Nov 12, 2009 12:35 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Nice one.

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by Brian Galliford on Nov 12, 2009 12:48 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Holmgren - but not as a GM/coach

Need a real GM, maybe Charlie Casserly.

by o.c.blazerfan on Nov 12, 2009 12:39 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Forget about the big names, folks. It’s just not happening – none of those men would ever, ever, ever, ever, ever work for Ralph Wilson. Ever. Seriously, ever.

Think coordinators or possibly even position coaches. Russ Grimm, Jason Garrett, Todd Bowles, Leslie Frazier. I think if I were pressed to answer now, I’d go with Garrett.

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by Brian Galliford on Nov 12, 2009 12:52 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

I can agree with that comment

After looking at a few of the comments being made on this blog. I can agree maybe bringing in someone with some youth and fresh ideas (plays) could help this team get on the right track. I would really like to see what Garrett could do with our offense and maybe the defense going to a 3-4 defense.

by KHWALA72 on Nov 12, 2009 1:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

the best guy there is gruden the guy attitude is good and can believe in this team that if we need a new coach

by 14fizzpatrick on Nov 12, 2009 1:28 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

why?

Our front office is a mess and I doubt the inner circle is going anywhere. If there is any situation that is ripe for Shanny to get as much influence as possible its with the inner circle. All he needs to Ralphs blessing to shut up Modrak and company. There is no strong voice here. Shanny likes to be in charge. Perfect.

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 13, 2009 3:11 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

It’s not about power. It’s just about working for Ralph. They won’t do it.

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by Brian Galliford on Nov 13, 2009 5:16 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

you really think Ralph

has developed that poor of a reputation around the league? He seems to be sticking by Jauron in the face of so much media and fan pressure and is not contributing to his hot seat and rewarded him a nice extension after even moderate improvment. Hes also willing to spend money. I don’t follow? I don’t think these coaches would rather work for the “dark hearted” Dan Snyder or Al Davis who will be our main competition for a new coach. If Jeff Fisher does get canned I guess Bud Adams has a great reputation but that just means Fischer’s on the market so its a wash cuz now hes available. I doubt Cleveland is a more attractive option and I doubt they dump Mangini this season. The Rams, Lions, Chiefs, and Bucs are not going to fire new coaches especially when they all have potential good ones. Carolina is more attractive than Buffalo so there is one I guess. The 49ers, Cardinals, Bears, Bengals, Packers, Vikings, Giants, Eagles, Chargers, Colts, Texans, Broncos, Ravens, Steelers, Bengals, Dolphins, Jets and Patriots will stick with their coaches. If Cowboys flop in the first round Wade Phillips will go but if he gets a playoff win – and they look pretty good – I bet he stays.

So really, the only competition that is a more attracitve location than Buffalo for these big name coaches are Dallas and Carolina. Neither is a sure thing. John Fox has gotten to the Super Bowl and the blame may fall on Delhomme and if hte Cowboys get a playoff win they won’t fire Phillips. So for now I’ll say Carolina is a better option thats the most realistic. Who the heck is going to want to go to Washington after whats happened to Zorn? Nobody wants to coach in Oakland. I’ll grant the Bears will be a supreme target if Lovie continues this collossal collapse with Cutler. I think we have a bigger chance than you think to attract a big name coach. Buffalo is a perfect situation. Young team, no real authority, die hard fan base, talent.

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 13, 2009 6:12 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

So really, the only competition that is a more attracitve location than Buffalo for these big name coaches are Dallas and Carolina. Neither is a sure thing.

Yes. But that doesn’t mean that any of the names you mentioned HAVE to come back in 2010. There’s a big labor issue going on right now, too. They (the big-name coaches) might be smart to sit it out until CBAs and rookie pay scales are settled.

Seriously. Those coaches aren’t coming here.

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by Brian Galliford on Nov 13, 2009 7:49 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

that is a problem

There’s a big labor issue going on right now, too

This is a problem, you are right.

I am remaining positive that the NFL, for everyone in involved, is way too profitable to allow a work stoppage.

I also do think that at least two coaches we know are coming back. Shannahan makes no secret he is not done coaching and everyone seems to think Gruden clearly wants in.

Holmgren, Dungy, Bellick, Cowher are no sure thing at all.

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 13, 2009 9:59 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

We are a year and a half from the CBA running out and there being a work stoppage.

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by MattRichWarren on Nov 13, 2009 11:15 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

right

which should mean many coaches are as confident as I am that a work stoppage is in everyones worst interest and will get worked out.

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 13, 2009 11:29 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Just because there aren’t many attractive situations around the league doesn’t make the situation in Buffalo attractive. Why would a big name coach want to go the messes in Washington, Cleveland or Buffalo?

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by Kurupt on Nov 13, 2009 9:49 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

i dont think we are a mess

that deserves to be in the same sentence as Washington or Cleveland. Do you?

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 13, 2009 9:59 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Yes. Yes, I do.

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by Brian Galliford on Nov 13, 2009 10:17 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

really?

yes we are close to being 2 1-6 but we are also close to be being 5-3. We have a pretty young and talented roster and our owner isn’t Dan Snyder. Cleveland lacks talent just about everywhere and Washington is an environment where the owner throws his QB and his coach under the bus wherever possible. I don’t think its that fair to say we are that bad as an organization.

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 13, 2009 10:30 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

You said “in the same sentence as,” not “as bad as.” They’re all undesirable situations, but at least those other teams are financially viable and have the capability to turn it around quickly. I don’t see that in Buffalo, and unlike those other names, there’s a good chance the franchise relocates, particularly if the CBA sucks money away from smaller-market franchises.

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by Brian Galliford on Nov 13, 2009 10:36 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

relocates

Not the “r” word!

la-la-la-la-la i cant hear you!!

I just hope Jacksonville saves us.

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 13, 2009 10:48 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Seriously?

How is this team NOT a mess?

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by Kurupt on Nov 14, 2009 12:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

didnt say we werent a mess

just not as bad of a mess as Washington and Cleveland.

To me, the sucker is the person who runs when there’s trouble, especially when this situation was so easily foreshadowed….

by poz on Nov 14, 2009 12:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

We are just as bad as those teams

The results and lack of talent speaks for itself.

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by Kurupt on Nov 15, 2009 11:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Isn't Garrett

head coach in waiting with the Cowboys? Why go to work for Ralph (unless it is to get away from Jerry)?

by jpheff on Nov 14, 2009 6:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

James Joseph Harbaugh.

Pass the chocolate cake!

by norcaliangelsfan on Nov 12, 2009 2:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Seriously....

I like the gene pool. I think he’s worth a shot. But as Brian has said we need the GM first and then we go from there.

by Byrdeputt on Nov 12, 2009 7:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm with you cali...he turned stanford into a physical team..again he turned stanford into a physical team!

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by Moe_frm_B_ on Nov 12, 2009 11:24 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I think there are plenty of good candidates out there. I’d be happy with anybody that a real GM hired. Any coach who fits the scheme and philosophy that a new GM wants to build around works for me.

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by kaisertown on Nov 12, 2009 2:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

We need someone that knows Defense

Zimmer or Frasier would be my choice.

by Brennan McCoy on Nov 12, 2009 5:09 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

I'd say we need someone who knows offense

Since we haven’t had a consistently productive offense since the mid 90’s

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by Kurupt on Nov 13, 2009 12:47 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

My choice is.......

Eric Mangini- LOL. The guy who mentored him struggled at Cleveland and then went on to become a pretty good coach in New England. Besides he’d make sure all our players knew who the long snapper was :)

by Byrdeputt on Nov 12, 2009 7:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Russ Grimm

He would be my choice, he can work with the OL and brings a toughness to the team and also has been with a 3-4 team for the most part.

by billsfan69 on Nov 12, 2009 10:29 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Not a bad idea

He also has been a part of some championship teams. If we go 3-4 we really need some better LBs. Right now, Stroud and Williams are 2 of our best defenders.

by o.c.blazerfan on Nov 13, 2009 3:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I like Russ too......

My first choice is Shanahan.

My second is Gruden,

But neither fit’s Ralph’s MO for coach hirings.

Russ Grimm does fit the MO to be hired here, and he would be my first choice of unproven head coaches.

There's not a wide receiver who is fast enough, that J.P. Losman can't overthrow him on a fly pattern.

by The Buffalo Kid on Nov 14, 2009 3:44 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Harbaugh would be second.

Jim Harbaugh would be my second choice after Grimm of unproven NFL head coaches.

I just think Grimm would be better for this team, because he is someone who will understand how to make a difference in the Trenches, and that is where we need the most help.

There's not a wide receiver who is fast enough, that J.P. Losman can't overthrow him on a fly pattern.

by The Buffalo Kid on Nov 14, 2009 3:48 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

See the man take down the mighty men of Troy today?

Jim Harbaugh is about to be a very rich man, one way or another.

Pass the chocolate cake!

by norcaliangelsfan on Nov 14, 2009 7:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Mike Zimmer, Bengals D coordinator

"Ghiaciuc's play was a distraction"

by firstPick on Nov 13, 2009 3:10 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

or Shanahan?

not mike, Kyle Shanahan. O coordinator Texans

"Ghiaciuc's play was a distraction"

by firstPick on Nov 13, 2009 3:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

GM First

I want to hire a GM first and have him hire the coach. I really like the job Jerry Reese has done with the Giants. They are in a rough patch now but he is good. I want a Reese clone.

by jpheff on Nov 14, 2009 6:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs