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Cowboys Bringing in Singletary for Interview (1 Viewer)
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Chaos Commish
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If JJ tokenblackinterviews Singletary and moves along, I will be 
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trader jake
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I week ago I stated that I could see Jones going after Singletary. This has nothing to do with the Rooney Rule because Jones has already interviewed three current assistant coaches with the Cowboys for the head coaching position...two of them are black.Maybe this move is just to squeeze some cash away from either Wade Phillips or Norv Turner but imo JJ is interviewing him for one reason: he could see himself naming Mike Singletary the next head coach of the Dallas Cowboys if the interview goes well enough.
So what did that make Todd Bowles then?
fasteddie_21
2006 NM Poker Champ
Probably a dumb question that has already been addressed, but why is there ZERO mention of any interest in Ron Rivera of Chicago for HC/DC? I understand that he can't interview until after the SB, but still, I have not heard his name mentioned at all. Why not?
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coolnerd
Footballguy
The stuff floating around Texas is that jerry thinks that the Cowboys can compete next year for the Superbowl. Since the Cowboys have drafted for the 3-4 over the last couple of years, he does not want to render that work useless by bring in a Cover Two defense where many of the front seven players are not useful.
fasteddie_21
2006 NM Poker Champ
That makes perfect sense now. Tyvm.-fe
GRIDIRON ASSASSIN
Footballguy
He'll inspire them to interview somebody else I'm sure.
At least he is from Texas, correct? Went to Baylor.
At least he is from Texas, correct? Went to Baylor.
coolnerd
Footballguy
Baylor is correct. About 1.5 hour drive from dallas area.
Mike Singletary is going to be an all time great HC. Dallas better not let him slip through their fingers.
GRIDIRON ASSASSIN
Footballguy
It might help if he pays his dues by being a great positional coach first.He's never been 'the linebacker' coach ever. He's always more of an assistant LB coach....yawn.....
Don Quixote
Footballguy
Cowboys already met the Rooney Rule... Todd Bowles, current secondary coach, interviewed for the job.
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
They've been speculating all day that it's a done deal, that it's going to be Turner and they are prolonging the accouncement. At first I thought it was insane, but after hearing that Bill has officially left the Cowboys' facility and he was helping in the hiring process...........well it certainly makes me think.I'm not really on board with the hiring of Turner, if it's true that is.
cobalt_27
Footballguy
Turner = Excellent OCTurner <> Excellent HCIt's a two-year pause before going heavy after Cowher.They've been speculating all day that it's a done deal, that it's going to be Turner and they are prolonging the accouncement. At first I thought it was insane, but after hearing that Bill has officially left the Cowboys' facility and he was helping in the hiring process...........well it certainly makes me think.I'm not really on board with the hiring of Turner, if it's true that is.
I understand that, but when you see how captivated the players are by him, I think it's worth it to absorb a year of letting him learn the ropes to lock him up for the long term. He coaches like he played.
Turner is the last guy I want in Dallas. He is a proven himself as a very good OC but he has also proven to be a very bad HC. They've already hired Garret to run the offense which i think is a stretch in itself but they are neglecting the defense which has been the achilies heel for this team the past couple of years. Very bad call imo to hire Turner.They've been speculating all day that it's a done deal, that it's going to be Turner and they are prolonging the accouncement. At first I thought it was insane, but after hearing that Bill has officially left the Cowboys' facility and he was helping in the hiring process...........well it certainly makes me think.I'm not really on board with the hiring of Turner, if it's true that is.
wannabee
Footballguy
Hey Tex, I do not know how much validity to assume, but a former Cowboy asst coach said that he really did not think Turner would come back to Dallas. His kids are in High School and might want to finish. Also, I read this on rotoworld:NFL Network's Adam Shefter, talking on WFAN, said Norv Turner told Jerry Jones he had a specific defensive coordinator and personnel guy that he'd have to bring to Dallas before taking the Cowboys job.They've been speculating all day that it's a done deal, that it's going to be Turner and they are prolonging the accouncement. At first I thought it was insane, but after hearing that Bill has officially left the Cowboys' facility and he was helping in the hiring process...........well it certainly makes me think.I'm not really on board with the hiring of Turner, if it's true that is.
Shefter said the decision may not come for a few days because Jones may interview another coaching candidate. Turner seems to be the favorite for the job, but Jones may want to pick his defensive coach.
This might be why they brought in Singletary. Lord help us with Norv as the HC.Hey Tex, I do not know how much validity to assume, but a former Cowboy asst coach said that he really did not think Turner would come back to Dallas. His kids are in High School and might want to finish. Also, I read this on rotoworld:NFL Network's Adam Shefter, talking on WFAN, said Norv Turner told Jerry Jones he had a specific defensive coordinator and personnel guy that he'd have to bring to Dallas before taking the Cowboys job.They've been speculating all day that it's a done deal, that it's going to be Turner and they are prolonging the accouncement. At first I thought it was insane, but after hearing that Bill has officially left the Cowboys' facility and he was helping in the hiring process...........well it certainly makes me think.I'm not really on board with the hiring of Turner, if it's true that is.
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
I hope this is correct, I'm not at all amused about the talk of Turner being the HC.Like Cobalt and Tag said, OC maybe but HC he's not. Turner has been riding the coatail of the Triplets for far too long. Hell, he owes them money. I like the fact that MS has been mentioned he's highly respected and his intensity is unmatched.Hey Tex, I do not know how much validity to assume, but a former Cowboy asst coach said that he really did not think Turner would come back to Dallas. His kids are in High School and might want to finish. Also, I read this on rotoworld:NFL Network's Adam Shefter, talking on WFAN, said Norv Turner told Jerry Jones he had a specific defensive coordinator and personnel guy that he'd have to bring to Dallas before taking the Cowboys job.They've been speculating all day that it's a done deal, that it's going to be Turner and they are prolonging the accouncement. At first I thought it was insane, but after hearing that Bill has officially left the Cowboys' facility and he was helping in the hiring process...........well it certainly makes me think.I'm not really on board with the hiring of Turner, if it's true that is.
Shefter said the decision may not come for a few days because Jones may interview another coaching candidate. Turner seems to be the favorite for the job, but Jones may want to pick his defensive coach.
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
This might be why they brought in Singletary. Lord help us with Norv as the HC.Hey Tex, I do not know how much validity to assume, but a former Cowboy asst coach said that he really did not think Turner would come back to Dallas. His kids are in High School and might want to finish. Also, I read this on rotoworld:NFL Network's Adam Shefter, talking on WFAN, said Norv Turner told Jerry Jones he had a specific defensive coordinator and personnel guy that he'd have to bring to Dallas before taking the Cowboys job.They've been speculating all day that it's a done deal, that it's going to be Turner and they are prolonging the accouncement. At first I thought it was insane, but after hearing that Bill has officially left the Cowboys' facility and he was helping in the hiring process...........well it certainly makes me think.I'm not really on board with the hiring of Turner, if it's true that is.
or a hall of famer that's done pretty well teaching the game as a coach
You would be incorrect. Garrett is considered to be a up and comer when it comes to being an OC. Im sure he's a smart fella but I dont know if he is ready for this job. I'd be willing to give him the benefit of the doubt. I DO know what Norv brings to the table as a HC, I've already seen it and wasnt impressed. I was hoping with Garrett hired to run the offense and babysit Romo they would hire someone to keep tabs on that defense that has been atrocious!! I would've prefferred Wade Phillips to Norv. Either way I wasnt real enthused with what we had to choose from.If Dallas ends up with Turner as HC, Garrett as OC and SIngletary as DC I would think Cowboy fans would be pretty happy.
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
Courtesy of the Boys from the Zone.
Mickey is a writer for the Cowboys (employeed by the Cowboys) he was on a local sports radio show. I only heard the end of the interview but it's interesting and this is why I love BAD Radio:
Mickey is a writer for the Cowboys (employeed by the Cowboys) he was on a local sports radio show. I only heard the end of the interview but it's interesting and this is why I love BAD Radio:
Way to go Bob!P.S. BAD stands for Bob and Dan.
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
fatness
Footballguy
This is honestly the first time I've ever felt sorry for the Dallas Cowboys, Norv is that bad.I feel dirty.Thank you!
Is he any less ready for an OC position than Eric Mangini was for a HC position in NY of all places? Garrett has solid understanding of the game from real world experience and lets face the facts...everyone is looking to catch lightning in a bottle by hiring the and grooming the next great football mind.You would be incorrect. Garrett is considered to be a up and comer when it comes to being an OC. Im sure he's a smart fella but I dont know if he is ready for this job. I'd be willing to give him the benefit of the doubt. I DO know what Norv brings to the table as a HC, I've already seen it and wasnt impressed. I was hoping with Garrett hired to run the offense and babysit Romo they would hire someone to keep tabs on that defense that has been atrocious!! I would've prefferred Wade Phillips to Norv. Either way I wasnt real enthused with what we had to choose from.If Dallas ends up with Turner as HC, Garrett as OC and SIngletary as DC I would think Cowboy fans would be pretty happy.
coolnerd
Footballguy
After the Raider's search pretty much anyone who has coach in front of his name can be considered serious, but the move to interview three assts for the head coaching job has a scent around it. I am not sure that any of three were really qualiified and the Cowboys would be viewed as big a joke as the Raiders for such a hiring. Seriously, there may not be a more family & friends run organization in the league than the Cowboys. Last time, jerry Jones conducted a "phone" interview with Denny green to get around the Rooney Rule. If even the interview was legitimate, considering Jones' bit last time it did not "look" right if nothing else.Both papers pulling the R card.
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sorry i automatically read coordinator because I hear that when I tell people that someone needs to hire Singletary as an HC pronto - sometimes the reply is "he hasnt been a coordinator yet, he needs to work his way up the chain like everyone else". He's special enough that I think he deserves the straight promotion, now.Doo said:
GRIDIRON ASSASSIN
Footballguy
I stand corrected. While with the Ravens, he was one of three linebacker coaches.I fail to understand if he's so great, why he isn't the Niners Defensive Coordinator - that is the next step towards being a head coach imho....Doo said:
Emmitt Smith
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Im worried about Norv. I want to give him a pass for coaching two awful teams. I'm not saying this because I am a Cowboys fan, I firmly believe that Snyder does more harm then good by bring in all these FA's and not allowing the team to develope chemistry. The only time they have been good in the past 10 years was the year before last, when they didn't do anything in the offseason. As far as the Raiders go, I will just put it like this, long ago, before I even knew anything about football, I knew the Raiders HC job was a total joke.
With all that being said, I'm worried that Norv is too soft. Especially to deal with TO and any other strong minded players. I have to think that TO will be running the entire lockeroom if Norv is coach.
No way do I want Wade Phillups.(sp?) I will gladly take him as a DC, but not a HC. I heard he might be a front runner for the DC job because he is familiar with the 3-4. I'm not a big fan of the 3-4. Not in this day and age of great TE's and 5 wide sets. You're asking LB's to cover good TE's and Rec's and I think that was a lot of our problem. Especially when Roy can't cover. (I would move him to LB and trade/sign a safety but thats another story)
Honestly, I hope Jerry lures away Lovie Smith as reported by Wilbon on PTI. The Bears don't pay out for anything and let's face it, Jerry will throw more money at him then they ever will. If we are going this far into speculation we can dream a little more and hope the fallout of the Bears not pony-ing up the money and letting Lovie get away would hopefully lead some of the Bears to want to follow him. I'll take Mike brown and number 54! (again, dreaming)
With all that being said, I'm worried that Norv is too soft. Especially to deal with TO and any other strong minded players. I have to think that TO will be running the entire lockeroom if Norv is coach.
No way do I want Wade Phillups.(sp?) I will gladly take him as a DC, but not a HC. I heard he might be a front runner for the DC job because he is familiar with the 3-4. I'm not a big fan of the 3-4. Not in this day and age of great TE's and 5 wide sets. You're asking LB's to cover good TE's and Rec's and I think that was a lot of our problem. Especially when Roy can't cover. (I would move him to LB and trade/sign a safety but thats another story)
Honestly, I hope Jerry lures away Lovie Smith as reported by Wilbon on PTI. The Bears don't pay out for anything and let's face it, Jerry will throw more money at him then they ever will. If we are going this far into speculation we can dream a little more and hope the fallout of the Bears not pony-ing up the money and letting Lovie get away would hopefully lead some of the Bears to want to follow him. I'll take Mike brown and number 54! (again, dreaming)
hacman
Footballguy
Singletary is relatively new to coaching and isn't an X's an O's guy. He was an intelligent player, so that doesn't mean he can't learn to scheme, but his strengths as a coaching condidate is that he's charasmatic and is a born leader. Players listen to Mike Singletary. Ditka seemed like he fit this profile of coach.I think Nolan has been reluctant to promote him to a DC for these reasons: -There would be a learning curve and Nolan is looking to hand off the defense to an established coordinator so he can concentrate on game day coaching. -It's just a matter of time before Singletary is hired as someone's head coach, so there would be break in continuity when that happens.-He is a more valuable to Nolan as an assistant HC with his motivation skills. Singletary addressed the team every week during the regular season.
Gr00vus
Footballguy
I'm baffled that he even got an interview - he's an awful HC.The only way it makes sense is if Jerry already knows Norv will be out of there as soon as he can get himself a real coach (Cowher, Marty, whatever).
Wingnut
Footballguy
As a 9er fan, this sucks.
CalmLikeABomb
Footballguy
I don't think any defense can cover up Roy Williams' flaws, but 3-4 probably doesn't help. He should be moved to ILB (don't see that happening though).
I know this is popular thought that Roy would be better off at ILB but this is ridiculous. He would be more exposed at LB than he is at Safety. He is way too small to be a LB and if he were to pack on the lbs for LB then he be way too slow and never make it to the ball.
What Roy needs is a quality Safety to line up with him, ala Darren Woodson, where he can concentrate on the run and feed off his partner.
We all need to give up on the move to LB, it isn't going to happen and would only be a huge mistake.
I know this is popular thought that Roy would be better off at ILB but this is ridiculous. He would be more exposed at LB than he is at Safety. He is way too small to be a LB and if he were to pack on the lbs for LB then he be way too slow and never make it to the ball.
What Roy needs is a quality Safety to line up with him, ala Darren Woodson, where he can concentrate on the run and feed off his partner.
We all need to give up on the move to LB, it isn't going to happen and would only be a huge mistake.
cstu
Footballguy
The 3-4 defense utilizes smaller ILB's:Roy Williams. Position: SS Height: 6-0 Weight: 229
Donnie Edwards. Position: ILB Height: 6-2 Weight: 227
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