01-31-2019, 12:16 PM
(01-31-2019, 03:13 AM)BFritz21 Wrote: I know we have a few holes to fill and I know some positions need to be strengthened, but could this team be a contender if things fall right?!
Taylor is going to bring in his own coaching staff, which means that they'll be qualified, especially since he's a young guy and will have more fire than Marvin, as well as more knowledge for the modern, offensive-oriented game. Taylor will also bring a new energy to the team that the players will relate to. He had the Broncos and Cardinals chasing after him this offseason, so I feel pretty good about him being qualified for the job.
As I mentioned, we do have some holes to fill and positions to strengthen. For instance, we definitely need to improve the line, as well as one or two linebackers, but that can be done through the draft and free agency. Maybe bringing in a tight end would help. I like Bates but I think Williams needs some competition.
People bash Dalton, but the guy will have a former quarterback coach (and former college quarterback himself) leading the way and forming game plans to his (and the rest of the team's) strengths.
We have AJ, who's still one of the top receivers in the league and will also greatly benefit from the coaching changes, and we have young guys across from him like Core, Ross, and Boyd, who could also breakout with a change of scenery.
Mixon's an absolute beast and could be in the running for the rushing title, and we also have Bernard to change things up and keep defenses off-balance.
I'm pumped about our defensive line with Atkins and Billings because I think he'll have a better year than anyone that's ever played NT/LDT and I think he can do a lot of damage. With those two in the middle of the line, I'm excited what guys like Dunlap, Hubbard, MJ, Lawson, etc., can do on the outside when they're single blocked.
A pass rush will greatly help our corners and I think we could finally see them play to their potential.
I'm also excited for new coordinators and what they can do with the talent on this team.
I had more but I'm playing poker online and I'm tired, but are we a contender now?!
Only time will tell but i do believe coaching was the biggest thing holding this team back from being a Contender...
Plus sure would be nice having a guy at HC that can motivate his players. I think this was one of Marv's biggest weaknesses.
Bottomline we fix the LB core and solidify the O-line and this team is back to being tough. This isn't some crazy thing to accomplish in one Offseason. I am willing to give Taylor some time though, i think we all have to be patient. First year coaches don't always come right out of the bat being great, especially one that was a QB coach. Big jump to HC.
