Coach Tuesday Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Jim Bates. No? I realize his is a less-aggressive style, but he's experienced, has proven successful (if given the right players), and is familiar already with the division. Plus his players love him. Seems obvious to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 if you could pick anyone ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave mcbride Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Jim Bates. No? I realize his is a less-aggressive style, but he's experienced, has proven successful (if given the right players), and is familiar already with the division. Plus his players love him. Seems obvious to me. 193903[/snapback] what about someone from the inside who knows the system? krumrie? szabo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 i wonder if saban will consider keeping bates in miami... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 I would upgrade Krumrie. That way it would keep the continuity and also keep Tim happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fong Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 I love Krumrie, but wonder if he's ready for the Coordinator job. But I guess everyone needs to take the leap sometime. If we could get a hold of Bates I think that would be a good move also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark VI Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Krumrie wanted to leave last year to join the Redskins for more $$. The Bills wouldn't release him from his contract, which had a year left on it. Who knows if he wants to return here. Bates isn't a bad idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Bates would be a great idea...well respected and intelligent coach. If he doesnt want to come here though, then Krumrie deserves the D-Coordinator job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gantrules Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 I likey the Bates idea. The guy is a gamer. I watch him coach and his personality reminds me of Marv Levy. He's tight with his players and knows his stuff. Phins were 3-4 under him. Not bad considering they were 1-8 when he took over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scribo Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Bates is good, but he'll need to blitz more than he is use to with our personnel set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34-78-83 Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Krumrie wanted to leave last year to join the Redskins for more $$. The Bills wouldn't release him from his contract, which had a year left on it. Who knows if he wants to return here. Bates isn't a bad idea. 194135[/snapback] Is that a fact Mark VI? If not, who reported that? because I had heard that the team was willing to let him go if he really wanted out and he chose to stay.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jokeman Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 I think Krumrie would definately be worth considering. Yet the name I'm thinking of might not be the best candidate but to me the most obvious would be Jim Haslett. While his defenses in New Orleans have a lot to be desired he fits in other ways. As I'm pretty sure he and Mularkey coached with one another in Pittsburgh and he has the obvious Buffalo connection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffalOhio Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 I love Krumrie, but wonder if he's ready for the Coordinator job. But I guess everyone needs to take the leap sometime. If we could get a hold of Bates I think that would be a good move also. 194063[/snapback] I'm sure Jerry would be available to Krumrie for consultation and to lend an ear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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