Meathead Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 doug marrone? dumb moron! its actually one of the easiest names in bills history to turn into a derogatory catch phrase, and the poor guy hasnt even had a press conference yet. um, mcfly? never mind
The Beautiful East Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 But he beat Stony Brook and Temple this year. He must be a good coach!! You do know what Lovie Smith's record against winning teams is, right?
The Poojer Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 he had one good season(ok 2) but he needed 6 straight wins to get that second good season... This is a guy who has just rebuilt a college program in just about no time. I like that. I like Ryan nassib, too, by the way. I REALLY like that the Bills left the beaten track of NFL-retreads looking for a new HC.
John Adams Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Who makes a better guy to root for...the AZ Card coach? The guy who couldn't win in Chicago with all that talent? Wiz and Lovie are proven zeroes. I will take Marrone. That program sucked when he arrived and despite a lack of talent at Cuse, he won. Look at Nassib video...he was a record setting QB with limited weapons. It's definitely a dice roll but here's a guy who wants to be Bills coach and has been in WNY for a few years. Blls fans can be skeptical, but I'm a bit shocked to not find us rooting for a guy like this. It would be a great story...guy rebuilds awful WNY football college team, then goes on to Bills etc. If you're bummed they didn't land Cowher or Gruden or Kelly, get over it. They were never coming. This came down to a bunch of also-ran retreads vs a guy with new blood.
The Beautiful East Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 he had one good season(ok 2) but he needed 6 straight wins to get that second good season... Right. And we sure don't want a HC who can win six straight...
Mooshocker Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 First, if anyone believes that Russ Brandon has NOT already been calling the shots for the past three years, you are crazy! His relationship with Ralph since 2008 has very simply been...."Mr. Wilson, we believe Chan Gailey is the absolute best available candidate for our next HC! We are prepared to offer him XYZ contract". Ralph's reply...."what did you say...I can't hear a thing....whatever.....go ahead...I'm exhausted" Sooooooo, my point? Simple: Nothing is going to change, proof one this morning. Doug Marrone? Are you kidding me. Cheap, yes. Figure Head, yes. Puppet, yes. Experienced, accomplished, well respected, feared........NO WAY. Typical move from a typical non-qualified CEO. TYPICAL. Mark my words....three years from now, Doug will be gone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't belive this............
The Poojer Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 me too and i am a huge fan of all 3...SU, Marrone & the Bills....Just not together.... I'm going to have to have a long talk with myself to convince me to be happy about this.
Matteboots Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Why this was announced so early this morning i am not sure. Not crazy about this hire. I felt like there was more quality out there. Unless we got a sense that other coaches showed little interest during interviews. Seems like Brandons Syracuse connection played a part which really shows that he's the real decision maker at OBD. I'll reserve my full judgement until the staff is put in place and see what players come and go.
truth on hold Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 (edited) Right. And we sure don't want a HC who can win six straight... Well not at the beginning of the year anyway because that usually brings a costly extension Edited January 6, 2013 by Joe_the_6_pack
ShipUPride Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Love the choice! I want a coach! And I think we just got one!
Coach Tuesday Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Who makes a better guy to root for...the AZ Card coach? The guy who couldn't win in Chicago with all that talent? Wiz and Lovie are proven zeroes. I will take Marrone. That program sucked when he arrived and despite a lack of talent at Cuse, he won. Look at Nassib video...he was a record setting QB with limited weapons. It's definitely a dice roll but here's a guy who wants to be Bills coach and has been in WNY for a few years. Blls fans can be skeptical, but I'm a bit shocked to not find us rooting for a guy like this. It would be a great story...guy rebuilds awful WNY football college team, then goes on to Bills etc. If you're bummed they didn't land Cowher or Gruden or Kelly, get over it. They were never coming. This came down to a bunch of also-ran retreads vs a guy with new blood. Completely agree. I want a forward-thinking, organized, disciplined and fresh hire. Let's give this guy a chance before we judge. Remember, his first two years at 'Cuse were with other people's recruits.
plenzmd1 Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 I wanted Kelley,know nothing about Marrone, but like him better than the other retreads we were looking at just cause to me the others were te same old same old..Bills said they were going to take risks and be forward thinking, think this shows that. Safe choice was Lovie. Btw, turning around a college program chit ton harder than pro in my mind.
Jim in Anchorage Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Agree, and who made the announcement? Did Brandon leak it out ? No announcement just "according to Adam Schefter". At 5 AM? Strange way to handle this.
BringBackFergy Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 I will wait and see. In my opinion, you can't crucify the guy or our front office before the draft or without seeing who is assembled as a supporting cast. Positives: Younger More pro experience than Chip Kelly Has numerous NFL contacts in Payton, Jets coaches, Saints Runs a program that fits his personnel (ESPN article) He can still bring back some Bills coaches that were let go Hard worker and aggressive. Hey, ya never know.
Hatszel Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Convincing teenagers to come to Syracuse is one thing. Running an NFL team is another. Of which he has no experience. And you guys are excited? I'm shocked. This guy isn't an offensive OR defensive genius. Unless they have a top notch OC and DC to announce as coming too then we are screwed Hu Jackson and Lovie are still available we can have a win, win, win Marone is no-nonsesne kind go guy and an excellent manager I think he will be a good choice.
Corp000085 Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 No announcement just "according to Adam Schefter". At 5 AM? Strange way to handle this. I suspect it was leaked to be the #1 story on the morning game day shows, which it was. Had they waited till later, it would have been washed away with game discussion. I'm now ready to see if the"cab driver" returns this year at the draft
EasternOHBillsFan Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Stupid cheap organization is what I say. and another marketing BS move. I don't care, flame me, but this is by far the worst news I could have expected. We are never going to win if we continue with this management. NOTHING has changed!!!!!! More darkness...
billstolast Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Great we just rehired chan gailey...syracuse is a joke of a program this is a terrible hire 16 year play off drought with us hoping for a real coach again in 3 years
Maury Ballstein Posted January 6, 2013 Posted January 6, 2013 Time to buy in. Marrones offenses look okay. Schiano was winning in Tampa until OL injuries. Why not Marrone too
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