Sanders Fired

[Joemailman]

One thing is for sure that I look for in a coordinator is someone that can maximize the unique skill sets of Aaron Rouse and Bigby. Bigby reminds me a LOT of Bob Sanders (2007-2008 defensive player of the year). Perhaps its the hair and the big hits, but I think it goes further with their limitations in coverage, excellent instincts in the box, etc.

Rouse has such a unique skill set because he is HUGE and has really good linear speed (ran what a 4.5ish at the combine). I want to see Rouse used as a rover and to use him in Blitzing a lot. I've seen a few momentum where he shoots out like a harpoon and Bill Goldberg spears a mofo in the backfield. I want more of this off the edge!!!

Hawk is the guy I want to see utilized better by the new DC. I like Bigby too. Rouse I'm not so sure about. He looked good last year when he filled in for Nick Collins at FS. I don't think he has the physical flexibility to play closer to the line. Hope I'm wrong, but I see him as a career backup.

[KYPack]

That said, I need to argue with you, McGinn, & some others. We don't play 4-3 over. We play 95% 4-3 under with both DT's in a 3 technique with 2 gap responsibility. That's my main criticism of Sanders. His inflexibility. he stayed in that base shell WAY too much. It was such an easy read. My main beef was with the linebackers. They'd play the DT's in a 3, the ends wide and the LB's sheltered, 6-7 yards deep. If we tried to do anything else, like blitz, it was too obvious.

I thought both DTs in a 3 technique WAS part of the 4-3 over? To keep a guard from getting his mitts on the Mike?

I have seen Pickett slide over to the center's shoulder to a more traditional nose tackle spot, but that seemed, to me to be the exception.

No.

4-3 over means the DT plays OVER the center's nose. it's also called 0 technique. We play 'em both at 3 mostly. That's a 4-3 under. You also can call it odd or even. And over is odd, an under is even.

Although I guess I should say we USED to play it that way.

We were locked into a lot of shit that we needed flexibility in. We had to play our LB's deep and sheltered. We played both our corners in press cover. That's cool, what if we have injuries?

We had our base and a few variations.

We need several bases and a whole herd of variations.

Guess we don't need Sanders.

Tex, the "blitz happy commies" may have taken over, head to the bunker.

[KYPack]

I've seen a few momentum where he shoots out like a harpoon and Bill Goldberg spears a mofo in the backfield. I want more of this off the edge!!!

What does this mean?

Seriously.

[swede]

It's like Partial is being played by Dennis Hopper tonight.

[jmbarnes101]

I've seen a few momentum where he shoots out like a harpoon and Bill Goldberg spears a mofo in the backfield. I want more of this off the edge!!!

Brilliant! You managed to mention two wrestlers with the exact same finishing maneuver to describe this without even trying. Love it.

[pbmax]

It's like Partial is being played by Dennis Hopper tonight.

Or Crispin Glover.

[Brando19]

I've seen a few momentum where he shoots out like a harpoon and Bill Goldberg spears a mofo in the backfield. I want more of this off the edge!!!

Brilliant! You managed to mention two wrestlers with the exact same finishing maneuver to describe this without even trying. Love it.

Maybe three...goldberg, edge, and I'm sure harpoon is being used by some guy in the indy circuits somewhere.

[Partial]

I've seen a few momentum where he shoots out like a harpoon and Bill Goldberg spears a mofo in the backfield. I want more of this off the edge!!!

What does this mean?

Seriously.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zYe3s8ib9k&feature=related

Rouse has had quite a few huge hits in the back field just like that. I love it, and want to see him used on Blitzs more as that appears to be his strength.

Not sure what the "momentum" is doing in there. I've see a few plays* it should read.

[The Shadow]

Dave McGinnis, if he could be pried away from the Titans (assistant HC + linebackers) might be an interesting option.
He would come with a natural grudge against the Bears.

[Partial]

dp

[Partial]

We could mix in some 3-4. Pop and Chillar could be on the field at the same time and be effective. We could also play some cover 3 with Rouse or Bigby playing the robber spot. they both peek WAY too much, take their weakness and mke 'em spies. They'd be better at that spot anyway.

Take all our talent and put 'em spots to make plays. That's what a D Coordinator does anyhow.

The mention of 3-4 and Cover 1 robber gives me a great excuse to link to one of the best articles on football I have read in a very long time. Its about Saban and his discipleship of Belicheck. Also a mention of Bob Stoops.

Nick Saban's Defense and Cover 1 Robber

Good read. Thanks for sharing. I'm about half through and it's certainly worth the time to read.

[Guiness]

We are still all going off the National Football Post, PFT and JSOnline are just quoting Brandt, et al. SO don't drive to the airport to help the man with his luggage yet. If true, I wonder what kind of terms they left on?

I agree it wasn't Barnett's best year at all, but except for Hawk's first game or two at MLB, we were clearly affected without him.

It's hard to tell if Barnett was that much better than Hawk at MLB, or if Hawk's presence at the outside position was missed. I.E. maybe Hawk played as well as Barnett in the middle, but didn't have the same support from Chillar that he gave Barnett?

I don't know how you can tell...

[Partial]

One would think that somebody from JSO or GBPG should have an article confirming it with their usual midnight updates, right?

[Partial]

http://www.jsonline.com/sports/packers/37075984.html

http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/article/20090104/PKR01/90104038/1058?GID=bEs4MITKBrZPWwksbEctWoQDJAmpux+5LooEVgWa15M%3D

[Guiness]

Greg Williams is available. He should be brought in for an interview.

I liked him in Buffalo (stint as HC aside). He's a cold weather guy too.