Romeo Crennel dodges rumors of coaching Dolphins (1 Viewer)

[Pai Mei]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

Crennel dodges Dolphins coaching rumor

Thursday, Dec 27, 2007 2:00 pm EST

Cleveland Browns coach Romeo Crennel was asked Wednesday about a report on profootballtalk.com that he's Bill Parcells' No. 1 choice to replace Cam Cameron as head coach of the Miami Dolphins.

"I haven't heard it and rumors are rumors," said Crennel. "Everybody has their opinion on that. I haven't heard anything about that.

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

 

[SeniorVBDStudent]

He'd have to be a colossal idiot to go from the up and coming Browns organization to the woeful Dolphins organization. Parcells doesn't need somebody of Crennel's capabilities; he just needs an implementor.

 

[Gr00vus]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

Seems pretty clear to me he'll be in Cleveland the next two years.

 

[switz]

Is Cameron definitely gone?

 

[Pai Mei]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

Seems pretty clear to me he'll be in Cleveland the next two years.

In the NFL, that's not clear at all. That's called dodging a question. EVERYONE knows if you want to end speculation, the best way is to directly deny something. General comments about his own contract, and about his past behavior, is about as indirect a denial as you can get. He's smart - if he wanted to end these rumors, just come out and say "I will not be the Dolphins head coach in 2008." That's it.He just stoked these rumors big-time.

 

[Pai Mei]

Imagine it like this:

reporter: Will you coach the Dolphins in 2008? Yes or no?

Crennel: I have a contract with the Browns for the next two years.

reporter: Ok, but let me ask you again, will you coach the Dolphins in 2008? yes or no?

Crennel: I have always honored my contract in the past.

That is dodging. That is what Crennel is doing.

 

[Colin Dowling]

Is Cameron definitely gone?

I wonder the same thing. He's had some really crummy luck this season and deserves a chance with a healthy team.

 

[Pai Mei]

He'd have to be a colossal idiot to go from the up and coming Browns organization to the woeful Dolphins organization. Parcells doesn't need somebody of Crennel's capabilities; he just needs an implementor.

Who knows. Maybe weather is a factor. Crennel is 60 years old. At that age, cold weather really affects you. It brings out every ache and pain deep in your bones. Miami would be a great place for an older coach to go out.

 

[hofer]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

Seems pretty clear to me he'll be in Cleveland the next two years.

In the NFL, that's not clear at all. That's called dodging a question. EVERYONE knows if you want to end speculation, the best way is to directly deny something. General comments about his own contract, and about his past behavior, is about as indirect a denial as you can get. He's smart - if he wanted to end these rumors, just come out and say "I will not be the Dolphins head coach in 2008." That's it.He just stoked these rumors big-time.

Saban: I'm not going to be the Alabama coach.

 

[tombonneau]

Is Cameron definitely gone?

I wonder the same thing. He's had some really crummy luck this season and deserves a chance with a healthy team.

I disagree. The Fish lost how many games by 3 points or fewer? 5? 6?That's a sign of bad coaching; taking players talented enough to be in close games and losing with them. Superior coaching would have won more than a couple of those close games.This is very similar to when Parcells took over Jets and Cowboys team that were not as bad as their previous year's records indicated. They had some talent but were simply under performing due to bad coaching. That's why Parcells was able to turn those teams around in literally a year. (Notice it took him a lot longer with a less talented Pats roster in the early 90s).Parcells is on a four year plan and no way is he hitching his wagon to a coach he is unfamiliar with. He's gonna bring in someone he has worked with, just a question of who. Surprised I'm not reading any rumors about the Fish buying out Weis at ND....

 

[tombonneau]

He'd have to be a colossal idiot to go from the up and coming Browns organization to the woeful Dolphins organization. Parcells doesn't need somebody of Crennel's capabilities; he just needs an implementor.

Who knows. Maybe weather is a factor. Crennel is 60 years old. At that age, cold weather really affects you. It brings out every ache and pain deep in your bones. Miami would be a great place for an older coach to go out.

This is a staggeringly silly theory, yet I'm finding myself nodding in agreement with your logic....

 

[phthalatemagic]

He'd have to be a colossal idiot to go from the up and coming Browns organization to the woeful Dolphins organization. Parcells doesn't need somebody of Crennel's capabilities; he just needs an implementor.

Who knows. Maybe weather is a factor. Crennel is 60 years old. At that age, cold weather really affects you. It brings out every ache and pain deep in your bones. Miami would be a great place for an older coach to go out.

I don't think so. The man is going to get a heart attack when he finds out just how bad that team is. Then he will get fired through no fault of his own. That team is horrible. The Browns are turning it around, and he leaves now for nice weather? That sounds crazy. Has any coach left a good team for a bad one with better weather?

 

[Pai Mei]

He'd have to be a colossal idiot to go from the up and coming Browns organization to the woeful Dolphins organization. Parcells doesn't need somebody of Crennel's capabilities; he just needs an implementor.

Who knows. Maybe weather is a factor. Crennel is 60 years old. At that age, cold weather really affects you. It brings out every ache and pain deep in your bones. Miami would be a great place for an older coach to go out.

I don't think so. The man is going to get a heart attack when he finds out just how bad that team is. Then he will get fired through no fault of his own. That team is horrible. The Browns are turning it around, and he leaves now for nice weather? That sounds crazy. Has any coach left a good team for a bad one with better weather?

Well the Miami is pretty unique. Its the warmest NFL city. Even Tampa or Jacksonville can get cool in the winter at times. The job rarely opens up too.

 

[Pai Mei]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

Seems pretty clear to me he'll be in Cleveland the next two years.

In the NFL, that's not clear at all. That's called dodging a question. EVERYONE knows if you want to end speculation, the best way is to directly deny something. General comments about his own contract, and about his past behavior, is about as indirect a denial as you can get. He's smart - if he wanted to end these rumors, just come out and say "I will not be the Dolphins head coach in 2008." That's it.He just stoked these rumors big-time.

Saban: I'm not going to be the Alabama coach.

My wording was specific in this regard to defuse the comment above. I specifically said the best way. It doesn't mean a direct denial is a guarantee. It just means it is the best way to defuse speculation. If you give a direct denial and then its untrue, it does hurt the credibility quite a bit though.

 

[Pai Mei]

Sometimes I feel like I need to make every post 6 paragraphs long, so I can restate every sentence 5-6 times so everyone is clear on what it means lol.

 

[phthalatemagic]

He'd have to be a colossal idiot to go from the up and coming Browns organization to the woeful Dolphins organization. Parcells doesn't need somebody of Crennel's capabilities; he just needs an implementor.

Who knows. Maybe weather is a factor. Crennel is 60 years old. At that age, cold weather really affects you. It brings out every ache and pain deep in your bones. Miami would be a great place for an older coach to go out.

I don't think so. The man is going to get a heart attack when he finds out just how bad that team is. Then he will get fired through no fault of his own. That team is horrible. The Browns are turning it around, and he leaves now for nice weather? That sounds crazy. Has any coach left a good team for a bad one with better weather?

Well the Miami is pretty unique. Its the warmest NFL city. Even Tampa or Jacksonville can get cool in the winter at times. The job rarely opens up too.

Miami has had 6 HCs in the past 14 years. Who, besides the obvious (Raiders) has had more than that? This isn't the franchise it used to be. Don Shula is long gone man. Sorry, if you are a Dolphins fan, but you need to know the truth.

 

[Slinger]

What's one logical reason that Crennel would want to leave Cleveland for Miami of all places.

 

[Da Guru]

I am not sure Cleveland would contest it if he left.

 

[chris1969]

Since he's under contract with the Browns, the only way he'll go is if Cleveland agrees to a trade of some sort. Combine that with the rumor that Parcells wants DA and you could see where I'm going.

 

[Pai Mei]

Since he's under contract with the Browns, the only way he'll go is if Cleveland agrees to a trade of some sort. Combine that with the rumor that Parcells wants DA and you could see where I'm going.

Hmm and Cleveland needs a 1st rounder too. Where are the Dolphins picking again in the first?

 

[Pai Mei]

Miami has had 6 HCs in the past 14 years.

They've had 7 head coaches in 37 years.

 

[tombonneau]

What's one logical reason that Crennel would want to leave Cleveland for Miami of all places.

$$$$$$$$$

 

[BassNBrew]

He'd have to be a colossal idiot to go from the up and coming Browns organization to the woeful Dolphins organization. Parcells doesn't need somebody of Crennel's capabilities; he just needs an implementor.

Who knows. Maybe weather is a factor. Crennel is 60 years old. At that age, cold weather really affects you. It brings out every ache and pain deep in your bones. Miami would be a great place for an older coach to go out.

I don't think so. The man is going to get a heart attack when he finds out just how bad that team is. Then he will get fired through no fault of his own. That team is horrible. The Browns are turning it around, and he leaves now for nice weather? That sounds crazy. Has any coach left a good team for a bad one with better weather?

Well the Miami is pretty unique. Its the warmest NFL city. Even Tampa or Jacksonville can get cool in the winter at times. The job rarely opens up too.

Jimmy Johnson 1996 1999 36 28 0 2 3 Dave Wannstedt 2000 2004 42 31 0 1 2 Jim Bates (interim) 2004 2004 3 4 0 -- -- Nick Saban 2005 2006 15 17 0 -- -- Cam Cameron 2007 present 1 14 0 -- --

 

[amnesiac]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

Crennel dodges Dolphins coaching rumor

Thursday, Dec 27, 2007 2:00 pm EST

Cleveland Browns coach Romeo Crennel was asked Wednesday about a report on profootballtalk.com that he's Bill Parcells' No. 1 choice to replace Cam Cameron as head coach of the Miami Dolphins.

"I haven't heard it and rumors are rumors," said Crennel. "Everybody has their opinion on that. I haven't heard anything about that.

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

you've obviously never heard an interview with Crennel before.that's probably the clearest statement i've heard from him all season.

 

[phthalatemagic]

Miami has had 6 HCs in the past 14 years.

They've had 7 head coaches in 37 years.

silly dolphins fanHey man, good luck to you.

 

[FUBAR]

Since he's under contract with the Browns, the only way he'll go is if Cleveland agrees to a trade of some sort. Combine that with the rumor that Parcells wants DA and you could see where I'm going.

Hmm and Cleveland needs a 1st rounder too. Where are the Dolphins picking again in the first?

I'm sure DA and Romeo are well worth the 1.01

 

[mad sweeney]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

Seems pretty clear to me he'll be in Cleveland the next two years.

In the NFL, that's not clear at all. That's called dodging a question. EVERYONE knows if you want to end speculation, the best way is to directly deny something. General comments about his own contract, and about his past behavior, is about as indirect a denial as you can get. He's smart - if he wanted to end these rumors, just come out and say "I will not be the Dolphins head coach in 2008." That's it.He just stoked these rumors big-time.

Nick Saban down?Crennel said he has a contract and I've always honored my contracts. It may not be iron clad, but it is definitely not non-committal. Besides, he can't even have had contact with Parcells about it yet or there'd be a tampering violation.

 

[Pai Mei]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

Seems pretty clear to me he'll be in Cleveland the next two years.

In the NFL, that's not clear at all. That's called dodging a question. EVERYONE knows if you want to end speculation, the best way is to directly deny something. General comments about his own contract, and about his past behavior, is about as indirect a denial as you can get. He's smart - if he wanted to end these rumors, just come out and say "I will not be the Dolphins head coach in 2008." That's it.He just stoked these rumors big-time.

Nick Saban down?

I already explained that twice. I said it was the best way, not a guarantee. Pointing out that Saban went anyway was already covered and dismissed.

 

[mad sweeney]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Cr...F?urn=nfl,59300

"I've got a contract with the Browns and over my tenure in the NFL, I've always honored my contract," said Crennel, who has two years remaining on his deal.

That's a very non-committal response from Romeo. He would not come out and say he has no interest in the job. He would not say he would not coach the Dolphins next year. He said a lot by what he would not say.

Seems pretty clear to me he'll be in Cleveland the next two years.

In the NFL, that's not clear at all. That's called dodging a question. EVERYONE knows if you want to end speculation, the best way is to directly deny something. General comments about his own contract, and about his past behavior, is about as indirect a denial as you can get. He's smart - if he wanted to end these rumors, just come out and say "I will not be the Dolphins head coach in 2008." That's it.He just stoked these rumors big-time.

Nick Saban down?

I already explained that twice. I said it was the best way, not a guarantee. Pointing out that Saban went anyway was already covered and dismissed.

Dismissed by you. Not by others. What good does it do Romeo to deny anything right now? And if it isn't a guarantee, why does he need to say it? People will just bring up Saban and Petrino if he makes a big statement about it. They, like you, will grasp at anything and try to twist it into a story. If he comes out and says it then he can't talk to them about it at all, which he can't have talked to them about it anyway. So he gave a statement that leans waay more towards "I'm the Cleveland coach next year" than it does towards "I will not confirm that I am caoching here next year". If you consider that "dodging" and "non-committal", well that' like, your opinion, man. But I think you're wrong. Doesn't mean it won't happen, but it's a big stretch to start up with his response as non committal and dodgy.

 

[SeniorVBDStudent]

He'd have to be a colossal idiot to go from the up and coming Browns organization to the woeful Dolphins organization. Parcells doesn't need somebody of Crennel's capabilities; he just needs an implementor.

Who knows. Maybe weather is a factor. Crennel is 60 years old. At that age, cold weather really affects you. It brings out every ache and pain deep in your bones. Miami would be a great place for an older coach to go out.

Pai Mei would never let cold weather affect him, even when he was over 400 years old! Shame on you.

 

[TommyGilmore]

Please change thread title to "Romeo Crennel plants story to get contract extension". TIA.

 

[BassNBrew]

Since he's under contract with the Browns, the only way he'll go is if Cleveland agrees to a trade of some sort. Combine that with the rumor that Parcells wants DA and you could see where I'm going.

Hmm and Cleveland needs a 1st rounder too. Where are the Dolphins picking again in the first?

Keep on dreaming, Bill Cowher, the greatest coach in the history of the NFL, still won't be coming to salvage the Browns.

 

[Obie Wan]

Bill Parcells is now an employee of teh Dolphins.

How is it not tampering for him to be openly discussing his desire to hire the head coach of another NFL team?

I guess since he's Parcells, the rules don't apply.

 

[Slinger]

What's one logical reason that Crennel would want to leave Cleveland for Miami of all places.

$$$$$$$$$

I can see that, but would the money really be that much different in Miami than in Cleveland? Job security has to be better in Cleveland since he has more to work with.

 

[chris1969]

Since he's under contract with the Browns, the only way he'll go is if Cleveland agrees to a trade of some sort. Combine that with the rumor that Parcells wants DA and you could see where I'm going.

Hmm and Cleveland needs a 1st rounder too. Where are the Dolphins picking again in the first?

Keep on dreaming, Bill Cowher, the greatest coach in the history of the NFL, still won't be coming to salvage the Browns.

I wouldn't think the Browns would want Cowher. Chudzinski would probably get the nod. The Brown's would not want to switch Offensive strategies and Cowher runs a different scheme.

 

[tombonneau]

What's one logical reason that Crennel would want to leave Cleveland for Miami of all places.

$$$$$$$$$

I can see that, but would the money really be that much different in Miami than in Cleveland? Job security has to be better in Cleveland since he has more to work with.

Miami is a much bigger market and likely much richer franchise than Cleveland. Given there is no salary cap for coaches, the most expensive franchises can throw all the money they want at coaches.I'm sure Huzienga is giving Parcells carte blanche when it comes to hiring his staff and BP will take full advantage.As I said before, expect a run for Weis, who is a mini-Parcells already.

 

[Pai Mei]

Since he's under contract with the Browns, the only way he'll go is if Cleveland agrees to a trade of some sort. Combine that with the rumor that Parcells wants DA and you could see where I'm going.

Hmm and Cleveland needs a 1st rounder too. Where are the Dolphins picking again in the first?

Keep on dreaming, Bill Cowher, the greatest coach in the history of the NFL, still won't be coming to salvage the Browns.

Now that you mention the Browns and the potential for a replacement head coach, Marty Schottenheimer would probably be a good fit. Chudzinski worked under Marty in San Diego before coming to Cleveland.

 

[GregR_2]

Have only skimmed the thread so apologies if someone else said this already...

But to me the cool thing here is that at the beginning of the season it looked like Crennel could very likely lose his job, and now after 1 season he's viewed as being in enough demand that he has to deny that he's considering going to another team.

Gotta love how the NFL works.

 

[Bri]

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[[scooter]]

Marty, Groh, Croom

Klaatu, barada, nikto

 

[msommer]

Marty, Groh, Croom

Klaatu, barada, nikto

And here comes the unintended consequences!I favor the boomstick edition myself

 

[Irish]

Since he's under contract with the Browns, the only way he'll go is if Cleveland agrees to a trade of some sort. Combine that with the rumor that Parcells wants DA and you could see where I'm going.

Hmm and Cleveland needs a 1st rounder too. Where are the Dolphins picking again in the first?

Coaches can no longer be traded for picks.

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

Crennel doesn't have to suffer because Petrino and Saban are tools. Take what Crennel says at face value. He shouldn't have to be extra clear because of those jokers.

 

[SeniorVBDStudent]

What's one logical reason that Crennel would want to leave Cleveland for Miami of all places.

$$$$$$$$$

I can see that, but would the money really be that much different in Miami than in Cleveland? Job security has to be better in Cleveland since he has more to work with.

Miami is a much bigger market and likely much richer franchise than Cleveland. Given there is no salary cap for coaches, the most expensive franchises can throw all the money they want at coaches.I'm sure Huzienga is giving Parcells carte blanche when it comes to hiring his staff and BP will take full advantage.As I said before, expect a run for Weis, who is a mini-Parcells already.

My concern would be that Weiss hasn't demonstrated any talent acquisition skills; perhaps that won't be part of his assigned responsibilities? If so, he might want to stay at Notre Dame (see Belichick's unwillingness to let Parcells shop for the groceries for the NYJets).

 

[fatness]

I figure what Crennel said means this: "Miami hasn't contacted me. I'd listen to them if they did. But they haven't yet, and I don't want to undercut myself at this job talking about another job offer that hasn't come up."

 

[GregR_2]

What's one logical reason that Crennel would want to leave Cleveland for Miami of all places.

$$$$$$$$$

I can see that, but would the money really be that much different in Miami than in Cleveland? Job security has to be better in Cleveland since he has more to work with.

Miami is a much bigger market and likely much richer franchise than Cleveland. Given there is no salary cap for coaches, the most expensive franchises can throw all the money they want at coaches.I'm sure Huzienga is giving Parcells carte blanche when it comes to hiring his staff and BP will take full advantage.

As I said before, expect a run for Weis, who is a mini-Parcells already.

My concern would be that Weiss hasn't demonstrated any talent acquisition skills; perhaps that won't be part of his assigned responsibilities? If so, he might want to stay at Notre Dame (see Belichick's unwillingness to let Parcells shop for the groceries for the NYJets).

Buwah!?!?!You consider three top ten recruiting classes including the current #1 ranked recruiting class to not be a demonstration of talent acquisition?

I think you've drank too much kool-aid from ND bashers who treated Weis having only freshman and sophomores that he recruited and juniors, seniors, and red-shirt seniors from Ty's crappy classes that got Ty fired, as being an indication Weis can't acquire talent.

 

[Gatorman]

If a head coach is under contract, he is not going anywhere unless he gets fired. I do not see that happenning to Crennell so this is a moot point.

Who knows what Parcells is thinking. I am sure he has a wish list, but who knows who is on it.

In any case, it won't happen soon. B/c the phins have the first pick, their coaching staff gets to coach the senior bowl. Not sre what happens if you replace the HC in that situation.

 

[tombonneau]

What's one logical reason that Crennel would want to leave Cleveland for Miami of all places.

$$$$$$$$$

I can see that, but would the money really be that much different in Miami than in Cleveland? Job security has to be better in Cleveland since he has more to work with.

Miami is a much bigger market and likely much richer franchise than Cleveland. Given there is no salary cap for coaches, the most expensive franchises can throw all the money they want at coaches.I'm sure Huzienga is giving Parcells carte blanche when it comes to hiring his staff and BP will take full advantage.

As I said before, expect a run for Weis, who is a mini-Parcells already.

My concern would be that Weiss hasn't demonstrated any talent acquisition skills; perhaps that won't be part of his assigned responsibilities? If so, he might want to stay at Notre Dame (see Belichick's unwillingness to let Parcells shop for the groceries for the NYJets).

Buwah!?!?!You consider three top ten recruiting classes including the current #1 ranked recruiting class to not be a demonstration of talent acquisition?

I think you've drank too much kool-aid from ND bashers who treated Weis having only freshman and sophomores that he recruited and juniors, seniors, and red-shirt seniors from Ty's crappy classes that got Ty fired, as being an indication Weis can't acquire talent.

Having a steak with Casey Clauson -- the consensus #1 QB prospect in the country-- and convincing him to go to ND vs. USC is not the same thing as building an NFL team.

 

[GregR_2]

What's one logical reason that Crennel would want to leave Cleveland for Miami of all places.

$$$$$$$$$

I can see that, but would the money really be that much different in Miami than in Cleveland? Job security has to be better in Cleveland since he has more to work with.

Miami is a much bigger market and likely much richer franchise than Cleveland. Given there is no salary cap for coaches, the most expensive franchises can throw all the money they want at coaches.I'm sure Huzienga is giving Parcells carte blanche when it comes to hiring his staff and BP will take full advantage.

As I said before, expect a run for Weis, who is a mini-Parcells already.

My concern would be that Weiss hasn't demonstrated any talent acquisition skills; perhaps that won't be part of his assigned responsibilities? If so, he might want to stay at Notre Dame (see Belichick's unwillingness to let Parcells shop for the groceries for the NYJets).

Buwah!?!?!You consider three top ten recruiting classes including the current #1 ranked recruiting class to not be a demonstration of talent acquisition?

I think you've drank too much kool-aid from ND bashers who treated Weis having only freshman and sophomores that he recruited and juniors, seniors, and red-shirt seniors from Ty's crappy classes that got Ty fired, as being an indication Weis can't acquire talent.

Having a steak with Casey Clauson -- the consensus #1 QB prospect in the country-- and convincing him to go to ND vs. USC is not the same thing as building an NFL team.

I'm guessing you meant to direct this at SeniorVBDStudent. He's the one comparing college recruiting to pro talent acquisition. I'm the one that if said comparison is made, is trying to make sure the representation of Weis' recruiting is not 180 degrees off of reality.

 

[Topes]

Didn't seem dodgy or non-commital to me.

Move along. nothing to see here.

Klaatu, barada, nikto.