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How do you rate Nebraska’s hiring of Matt Rhule as head football coach?
Husker Max Asked by Husker Max
10/1/2023

How do you rate Nebraska’s hiring of Matt Rhule as head football coach?

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Thomas Wright
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Thomas Wright

His resume for developing kids coming in that are more the 3 star kids as it’s rare Nebraska can real in the 4 & especially 5 star kids … he’s proven he can develop those kids into stars that are being drafted into the NFL … something that only Dr Tom could seem to do in the past !

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Wade Williams
Wade Williams

What's happened to the American education system? You keep things "real" whereas you "reel" in players. Come on man!

Doug Dewitz
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Doug Dewitz

As a lifelong cornhusker fan, I believe this is just the person to put things back together that were so messed up by the firing of Frankie Solich.

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Richard Stotts
Richard Stotts

Solich was a HUGE mistake and why we slide into ditch. I guess you forget why Solich was fired...some thing about going up a one way the wrong way ?? I'll leave it at that.

TYLER PEARSON
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TYLER PEARSON

Strong leader and man of faith in Jesus, just like Dr. Tom. That foundation of faith makes a huge difference.

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Gary Furnas
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Gary Furnas

First of all, you can discount all of the "thumbs down" votes that wanted Mickey, they'd vote against any new hire. MJ was the interim coach, he wasn't the next in line, nor was he fired as HC. Rhule commanded the room today, when it took Bill Moos to do this last time out... That tells us a lot

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Dennis
Dennis

A great speaker with command presence does not equal a great coach. All the talk of toughness, etc. doesn't mean dominating the line of scrimmage, a nasty mean defense, and a ball control off that is run-oriented, all the things we once had with TO and FS. I'll take those things in lieu of wins.

Brad Bredenkamp
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Brad Bredenkamp

Proven builder and evident respect for Nebraska. So his overall college coaching record is .522; his two year 1s combined it's .125 (3-21) taking over damaged programs; year 2s is .520 (13-12) and his 3 years 3-4 it's .756 (31-10). Looks like a builder to me. Keep MJ and Busch and it should go well.

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Scott Sonksen
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Scott Sonksen

Why the heck did Husker Nation think they deserved a better candidate than this? Let's be realistic and hope that Rhule is better than Frost and Riley, at minimum. If he's not, God help us.

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James Stiver
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James Stiver

I think that he has the experience in the college ranks to develop the players and turn this team back to the powerhouse it once was.

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Ron Godwin
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Ron Godwin

He is a builder for players future but he needs to keep Mickey Joseph and Bill Bush for me to like this hire.

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Tim N
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Tim N

Proven winner. Development of players a strength, knows big ten.

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Richard Stotts
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Richard Stotts

Time will give us our answers. Nobody knows how this will turn out . GBR !!!

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Brent Briley
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Brent Briley

It's too early to judge otherwise.

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David Cassiday
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David Cassiday

Anyone who can lead Temple to two 10-win seasons knows what he's doing.

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David Rohweder
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David Rohweder

will develope players

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Cameron Snell
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Cameron Snell

Matt is a great human being, and great leader of men. Highly regarded in the college circles and also in the state of Texas!!

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Lisa Whisenhunt
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Lisa Whisenhunt

He's had success as a college coach and has coached on both sides of the ball. So far, he seems to respect Nebraska football and the fans.

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USMC Sully
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USMC Sully

experienced head coach, with proven rebuilding efforts

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James Wyatt
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James Wyatt

GO BIG RED TILL I DIE!!!

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Wade Williams
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Wade Williams

When it comes to coaching hires, there's no such thing as a "sure thing" or a guarantee of success (see Scott Frost). I think TA did a great job of executing a diligent and thorough nationwide search that resulted in a very good hire. One that gives Nebraska a great chance to turn it around quickly!

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Bob Colbert
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Bob Colbert

He mentioned "offensive line"

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hm dude
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hm dude

he builds programs...........

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John Fillmore
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John Fillmore

After celebrating the Scott Frost hire a few years ago I've learned to tread carefully about declaring who I think will be a great coach for the Huskers, but the evidence of his past work certainly looks promising.

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Bruce Neel
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Bruce Neel

He has done a very good job in the past with our kind of program so I hope he can do it again

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Jayme Henderson
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Jayme Henderson

He would be good hire for 90% of programs in CFB. 90% of programs are better than nebraska right now, we need to be realistic about where we are as a program.

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Dan Stephens
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Dan Stephens

We need a guy that can turn us around and I believe he is that guy.

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William Snesrud
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William Snesrud

High quality college coach....feel he will consider keeping a few current coaches with strong ties to roster and recruiting players (example - Joseph, Busch, Fisher)......Huskers Rhule.....GO BIG RED!!

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Pokey
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Pokey

Come on, the options were all maybe mediocre at best coaches. Would all be in over their heads in Big 10 just like Frost. KU coach and staff, KSU coach and staff, ISU coach and staff, NCST coach and staff, Army coach and staff, Bronco M and his VA staff? No thank you. Choice was a no brainer.

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Roy Lindfield
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Roy Lindfield

Proven program builder. His teams (ie Temple and Baylor) were know as punch you in the mouth type of teams. Nebraska will Rhule.

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Thomas Wright
Thomas Wright

Love it ! Nebraska will Rhule !!

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K St
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K St

Just another attempt by wealthy alums to buy a championship. Mickey had heart of team. Smart of Rhule to get 8yr contract. In yr 3 when alums want him gone he'll join list of coaches on payout payroll.

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Troay Strong
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Troay Strong

Skeptical, never stayed long enough to measure if his programs were built to last. Bailed from each HC job after having his best year. Almost as if he doubted he could maintain the success.

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Dennis
Dennis

Good point. If Rhule was so good, why did he leave Temple or BU? One could argue for the $, but he’s obviously not committed to a program for the long run. He played TA for a fool but unfortunately Rhule held all the cards bc TA was desperate.

Give Unconditionally
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Give Unconditionally

The unflushable turd got the Nebraska GIG, huskers never going to win again.

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Troy Erickson
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Troy Erickson

Wisconsin hiring Luke Fickell was a much better hire. Nebraska pays $9 million for a Matt Rhule who went 2-16 against ranked teams, and Wisconsin pays $6 million for a proven coach who coached at Ohio State and coached Cincinnati to the college football playoff. WTF Nebraska!?

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Dennis
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Dennis

Once again Neb hired the “man” rather than hiring someone who can fix the problems of poor defense and losing on both sides of the line of scrimmage. 64 days? He obviously was not the first choice.

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Dennis
Dennis

After hearing the press conf, I have to double-down on my thumbs down. He was obviously well-rehearsed to say all the things most people wanted to hear, but there was nothing of real substance. No idea what the team's identity will be but doesn't sound like ball control. I miss the TO and FS days.

Larry Smith
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Larry Smith

The last one who steped down from being an NFL head coach didn't work out well. That noted, who else was out there that was looking for a job? I'll wait to see if he produces.

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Douglas Cook
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Douglas Cook

I honestly thought Mickey could be the guy. He held it together and the defense made a huge jump from Chinanders debacle. He needed to get rid of WHipple, Give him a year with these players and see what would of happened. Couldn't been worse than Frost. Who was way over hyped!!!

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Perre Neilan
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Perre Neilan

He was horrible at Carolina and never beat a ranked team at Baylor

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Matt Seiler
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Matt Seiler

On the fence about him still. The fact he didn’t say Go Big Red at the end of his interview and turned down the job once talked me onto this side

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Jaghy Benson
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Jaghy Benson

Take it from a Panthers fan this guy is a con man. He’ll be fired within 3 years!!

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Wade Williams
Wade Williams

NFL success or lack thereof, means squat. Absolutely irrelevant! By your criteria, Nick Saban would have to be considered a fraud for that joke of a stint he served as the Dolphins head coach. Give me a break!

Alexanderthegreatandterrible
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Alexanderthegreatandterrible

Worried we are going to lose Mickey, Busch and all the recruits that love Mickey.

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Danny Baker
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Danny Baker

No, Mickey earned and has skin in the game. Matt will probably bolt in a couple of years.

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Craig W
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Craig W

Washout from the NFL that reported had to be persuaded a 2nd time to take the job. Previous record against ranked teams is zero wins. Runs an spread offense with more focus on the pass than the run, might not work in the B10. Baylor was not a rebuild. He did nothing with them the 1st 2 years.

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Wade Williams
Wade Williams

Baylor was not a rebuild???? You're crazy!

Ruthie Patterson
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Ruthie Patterson

Mickey Should Have Had A One Year Chance

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K De Backer
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K De Backer

Three years and he's gone....if you look at his history.

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Josh McCloud
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Josh McCloud

Needed to just hire Mick.

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Is Nebraska's offensive line improving?

Is Nebraska's offensive line improving?

They're getting better.

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Needs more work.

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They're getting better.

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Kevin T
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Kevin T

Running game is improving

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Eric Hahn
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Eric Hahn

I think without getting cute and simplifying we were able to see the talent that was recruited on the line shine against Wisconsin. There were holes open nearly all night for our backs. Dylan was not sacked at all.

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klirvine@bresnan.net
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klirvine@bresnan.net

they are better no question

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Will Stanley
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Will Stanley

Tonite I saw hints of the '95 Huskers. We have a lot of work to do but I think with Rhule and Holgerson, I think within the next 2-3 seasons, we will be on the ranking polls and pushing for the Big 10 Legends title and then? Who knows? Maybe a National title is in the future??

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Needs more work.

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Robert Lloyd
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Robert Lloyd

I think a good 'running' OC like Army's OC could have an awesome offense with this exact personnel. And the Army's OC only makes $190K.

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Steve Brandon
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Steve Brandon

Only thing good at is picking up qb after giving up a sack

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Bruce Stephens
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Bruce Stephens

There are some good high school defenses that would give our line fits.

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Fearless Phil
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Fearless Phil

I was spoiled by the lines of the 80s and 90s

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Joe Hegarty
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Joe Hegarty

They need more strength & conditioning

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Mike O
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Mike O

Offensive is the right word. The Pipeline is clogged and needs a plumber ASAP. The you know what is backing up into the basement. That Focker is our offensive line.

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James Key
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James Key

I don't care at this moment. just win Baby

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Michael DePuglio
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Michael DePuglio

Take a look at the average SEC OL.... we need more work and development.

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Brian Machan
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Brian Machan

We need a complete overhaul of personnel. Coaching is there, talent isn't.

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Thoughts on Nebraska's offensive strategy shift?

Thoughts on Nebraska's offensive strategy shift?

Exciting change for better

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Skeptical of sudden shift

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Exciting change for better

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Don Buckingham
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Don Buckingham

Glad to see an acknowledgement that the O wasn't working. This shows some urgency about winning which I appreciate.

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Bill Greim
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Bill Greim

Seems pretty obvious that when something is not working very well and you don’t know how to fix it you bring in outside experts for advise. Common practice.

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Brad Bredenkamp
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Brad Bredenkamp

Holgerson has enough experience that he should be able to watch some film and the players in practice and call plays that play to their strengths. I'm betting he is also smart enough to stick with what's working until the other team stops it, and to develop some offensive rhythm.

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Robert Lloyd
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Robert Lloyd

Anything is better than Satterfield. But I don't know why we didn't go after the US Army's OC who only makes $190k and absolutely knows how to run the ball.

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Brad Bredenkamp
Brad Bredenkamp

Because Army's OC can call the triple option and run the ball, but he probably doesn't know how to call for a pro-style quarterback. Plus it is very unlikely that Army's OC is going to jump ship right now the way their season is going. Maybe gets a look after the season if Holgerson doesn't stay.

Dick Plock
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Dick Plock

Needed change for quite a many games. Our offensive & defense coordinators are being out smarted.

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Jean McGee
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Jean McGee

Satt has been wasting Raiola’s passing strength.

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Skeptical of sudden shift

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VAHuskerFan
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VAHuskerFan

I refuse to get my hopes up

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Craig S
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Craig S

Installing a whole new offense would be very difficult. You might be able to refine a small portion but learning the timing and terminology would be difficult.

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michael daly
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michael daly

The habits of almost 2 years don't change overnight. That being said, A new , more forceful, high expectation coach, might be able to snap them awake and Go

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