Yes I wanted Smith despite the retread cracks. I was not taking shots at him just pointing out it is rare [if not unknown I can't think of one] for even a highly successful college HC to jump directly to NFL HC and not fail. Anyone remember Lou Holtz?
I don't think I am the only one who feels this way. Read the thread where the news on him first broke from start to finish.
It's a classic example of-
Denial (this isn't happening to me!)
Anger (why is this happening to me?)
Bargaining (I promise I'll be a better person if...)
Depression (I don't care anymore)
Acceptance (I'm ready for whatever comes)