bbh10128 Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 From what I understand, Bates is getting $750K from the Packers each of the next 2 years. He already rejected $1M a year from the Rams. I'd have to think the Bills are offering him that much. He'd be a fool to turn down a $250K raise and be under the radar for a year, hoping for a good gig next year. 585112[/snapback] be a bigger fool to come to buffalo and join a staff of losers
Campy Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 You obviously have not lived in Houston. Maybe national perception has it that its better then Buffalo, but nothing could be further from the truth. The weather has all the advantages of a swamp, traffic is the equal of LA's mobile parking lot, and the city itself has all the charm of a strip mall. Actually, slightly less charm then a strip mall... And BTW, I'm being kind in case there are any Houstonians reading this. 585287[/snapback] My wife is originally from Houston with virtually all of her family still in the area. Last time we were there was this past Thanksgiving. Houston may not be as bad as you portray it, but it's pretty darn close. It's a big city with very little to offer in the "charm" or "quaint" categories. In fact, my wife prefers Bflo over Houston and has even said that if I wanted move back she'd be all for it - weather and economy be damned. Aside from authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, Houston just doesn't have much to offer.
MadBuffaloDisease Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 be a bigger fool to come to buffalo and join a staff of losers Well that's one opinion, and you know what they say opinions are like.
Simon Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 Well, it looks as though the Bates hiring is far from a done deal. With that being said, I would be a HUGE fan of bringing in Mike Singletary for the job. While I would be on board with that, I'm having a hard time imagining The Samurai wanting anything to do with this league-wide joke of an organization right now. He's a smart man and would probably rather not be associated with this circus act (kinda like Mularkey, Wyche, Bates, etc).
Beerball Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 He knows defense and what it takes to be successful. He is a great teacher as well. I don't know how many of you guys saw the piece yesterday on the NFL Network where he was coaching at the Senior Bowl, but it was a great illustration of his coaching technique and his ability to teach. He is a great coach. I think if given a chance, he can not only be a fantastic DC in this league, but he may turn out to be a FANTASTIC Head Coach in this League someday! I say forget Bates and bring in Singletary! 585240[/snapback] I saw yesterday's piece on NFL Network. He's intense. He's a motivator. He demands perfection. He knows what it takes. Outstanding watching him work with those LBs, and I was thinking the same thing as you. The only nagging question I have is...can he pull it all together?
WVUFootball29 Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 Seems to be an important ingredient......just ask Bart Starr, Ted Williamsand Isaiah Thomas... 585309[/snapback] I gotta defend Teddy Ballgame here. He was a great player, an extremely intelligent baseball guy, and a decent manager on teams with little talent. If you've read any of his books you would be amazed at the method to his madness and just how well he knew the game of baseball and the art of hitting. Great talent, great mind, great guy...crazy kids
OVSplit Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 Gene Chisik from University of Texas and DC!!!!
Spiderweb Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 According to Fred Smerlas, who claims to speak with Haslett everyday, Haslett wanted the Bills HC job, so bad, he would have taken it, even at a low-ball price...he would have not taken the DC job in Buffalo, for a low-ball price. Smerlas said that RW pays his head coaches "next to nothing" and his assistants "nothing"! And then, of course, fat Fred lobbied to get the Bills color job for radio broadcasts, but only if the "price is right!" I have to believe that Gray would likely be pretty pissed off at the Bills right now. I don't really like the job he has done, overall, but I think the Bills sort of ambiguous stance on him had to hurt his chances of getting more interviews, and maybe a job. I know he won't lose any money, but they could at least treat him with some dignity...what would be really embarassing is if the Bills are forced to bring him back next season, because they can't get anyone else.... 585286[/snapback] Why are we still discussing the Haslett for HC or DC? Doesn't anyone recall his comments ('roids) in which he insinuated that two of the Bills most liked players (Hull and Hansen) were indirectly referenced as users? I would not be surprised if Ralph and now Marv do.... Haslett - crazy player who once kicked (albeit rather poorly) Terry Bradshaw in the head...........let it go.............
ganesh Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 Snippet from the article by Mark in Buffalo News...right at the end of the article, it says as of Thursday evening, Bates was still undecided.... Meanwhile, the Bills still were waiting to hear if former Green Bay assistant Jim Bates was going to become their defensive coordinator. A representative for Bates said Thursday evening the coach still was "mulling things over."
stinky finger Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 I gotta defend Teddy Ballgame here. He was a great player, an extremely intelligent baseball guy, and a decent manager on teams with little talent. If you've read any of his books you would be amazed at the method to his madness and just how well he knew the game of baseball and the art of hitting. Great talent, great mind, great guy...crazy kids 585390[/snapback] While I agree with much of what you have stated, I was just trying to imply that "greatness" on the field doesn't necassarily translate to the coaching.
Beerball Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 While I agree with much of what you have stated, I was just trying to imply that "greatness" on the field doesn't necassarily translate to the coaching. 585444[/snapback] Check out the piece NFL Network did on him yesterday if you have a chance. There's no doubt in my mind he's a fine coach after seeing him work at the Sr. Bowl. Still doubts about him as a DC, but not as a coach.
WVUFootball29 Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 While I agree with much of what you have stated, I was just trying to imply that "greatness" on the field doesn't necassarily translate to the coaching. 585444[/snapback] And I totally agree with you that greatness doesnt reflect coaching skills, which we've seen numerous times throughout history. However, I still believe that Ted Williams was a much better manager and coach than his record with 2 expansion teams indicate. No coach can make a career .230 hitter a .300 hitter, but a good coach can teach a .230 hitter to be a .250 hitter. The problem for Ted was he was given a team full of .230 hitters and was expected to turn them into champions. Sorry I'm just a big advocate of Ted Williams, especially after reading his book about hitting. I learned a lot and my batting average improved .78 from my final fall season of college ball to my final spring season.
tennesseeboy Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 I gotta defend Teddy Ballgame here. He was a great player, an extremely intelligent baseball guy, and a decent manager on teams with little talent. If you've read any of his books you would be amazed at the method to his madness and just how well he knew the game of baseball and the art of hitting. Great talent, great mind, great guy...crazy kids 585390[/snapback] Hasn't Teddy (or various parts of him) been preserved? Maybe we could get his head, transplant it onto Posey's body (which is preserved from not doing much this year) and have him be defensive co-ordinator?
Lurker Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 "mulling things over."[/b][/i] 585430[/snapback] In other words, hoping the Raiders/Texans will make him an offer since he'd rather work somewhere else?
stinky finger Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 Check out the piece NFL Network did on him yesterday if you have a chance. There's no doubt in my mind he's a fine coach after seeing him work at the Sr. Bowl. Still doubts about him as a DC, but not as a coach. 585449[/snapback] I will look for that. Hey, no doubting MS is a fiery competitor who was an all-time great. And, by the way, I wouldn't mind having that "fire" on our sidelines. Maybe with some seasoning......
stinky finger Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 And I totally agree with you that greatness doesnt reflect coaching skills, which we've seen numerous times throughout history. However, I still believe that Ted Williams was a much better manager and coach than his record with 2 expansion teams indicate. No coach can make a career .230 hitter a .300 hitter, but a good coach can teach a .230 hitter to be a .250 hitter. The problem for Ted was he was given a team full of .230 hitters and was expected to turn them into champions. Sorry I'm just a big advocate of Ted Williams, especially after reading his book about hitting. I learned a lot and my batting average improved .78 from my final fall season of college ball to my final spring season. 585455[/snapback] I'm with you, brother. I'm not knocking the Splendid Splinter, I'm a big fan myself. Though I haven't read his book, I've often heard how others have benefitted from his teachings. You're proof of that. He done learned you somethin'....which is pretty cool. Must've been nice taking his "word" to the field of play and making it work for you. That's good stuff.
Lurker Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 Douche bag...f** him PTR 585116[/snapback] You ever turn down a job offer because you didn't want to work for the company?? I don't think Bates is interested in the Bills and is hoping to land with another team. If his heart's not in it, why bother.
Like A Mofo Posted January 27, 2006 Posted January 27, 2006 I say Bates might sign with the Buffalo Bills. Difference between Clayton and everyone here, he is getting paid rather well for opinions on a now crap sports network.
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