DrDawkinstein

What percentage of coaches are former players? What percentage of players are black? But like I said, it isnt to solve some major racism issue. However, unconscious bias is a thing.

Yep. However, I do believe this has far less to do with hiring Head Coaches, and that the NFL's goal here is to encourage minority hiring at the assistant/positional level. And if those hires manage to work their way up to a HC job, great. I do understand the backlash tho. If this rule had been in place, does Miami hire Flores? Would Flores count as being "developed" by New England? What is the criteria there? I'd think the NFL is providing the teams more detail and we are in the dark as lowly fans. But I get the questions and concern.

I think you're being a little hyperbolic there. No one in the NFL denies that the coaching candidate circle is a good ol boys club that is very difficult to break into. It's not like teams post Head Coach openings to LinkedIn and Glassdoor. You must already be in the circle to ever get a chance. Like the Rooney Rule, I believe this is an attempt to encourage teams to simply expand that circle, but with rewards instead of punishments. Not to solve some "huge problem of racism". I dont think this solution is a great (or even good) idea with the way it's been laid out so far. But credit them for trying. They can always cut the program if it doesn't work out.

Exactly where I am on this thread. I dont like the gifting of draft picks, especially for something as vague and subjective as "developing" someone. But starting out calling the Rooney Rule racist means I'm not even touching it. Not worth the time.

Noticed he calls everyone "Big guy", so it wasnt just a shot at @john wawrow's weight!

I've been here for 15 years so should have a PhD in something by now.

LOL, I was looking for cow/mooing gifs as you posted this.

His comments about Beasely are a better representation of who he is, and what kind of team mate he is, than any of the rumors from Minnesota. "Cole Beasley is always open. I want to make sure you guys see that, watch the film. Cole Beasley is always open. Gotta give him a shout out"

Cows have nothing to do with this.

Polian was hired in 1984 by GM Terry Bledsoe to be Director of Pro Personnel. When Bledsoe was fired after the 1985 season, Ralph promoted from within. To Polian (and Ralph's) credit, Polian did earn the job with his involvement in the negotiations that brought Bruce Smith in.

You'll have to join another board to find out.

Did you just call OP a See You Next Tuesday?

Yep, do the same thing we did with White and the Texans did with Watson. Pick up the 5th year option and negotiate an EXTENSION onto the end of the original 5 year rookie deal.

It's against CBA rules to negotiate a contract until 3 seasons have been completed. We legally cannot re-sign him until this season is over.

Ralph wouldnt have used the consulting firm that lead the Pegulas to McD. Looking at his multi-decade track record with coaches, it's safe to say it wouldn't have happened. I also don't think Ralph had the mindset to identify a culture-changer like McD. Ralph wanted the org managed the way he liked it. He had zero part in building that dynasty other than finally finding a GM who could put it together. And then ran that same HoF GM out of town because he insulted Ralph's daughter who shouldnt have been working as a scout in the first place. Look, it doesnt bring me any joy to bash Ralph. That's not what I'm trying to do. But let's be honest and objective: he was not a great owner if you are looking for on-field results.

When Rudy Giuliani with a grainy picture is the best you got...

Yeah, looks like I spoke too soon on Ford. He is still not practicing. Bummer.

No, we would still be in the same situation the franchise has been in for the bulk of its existence.

It's much like another juke move. Disrupts timing of running at a constant speed and makes defenders hesitate for a moment. It isnt to show off. It's an actual move. Very common in Rugby.

Good question. Absolutely if we can keep him near/under $1M

Bro, you are a machine. So quick on the posts. Love it. Morse back. Feliciano and Ford back at Guard. Dawkins and Williams dominating. LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

I sure hope so, brother. Too many in the NG and DHS had no problems assaulting protestors already. That was just a dress rehearsal.

That is absolute best case scenario, which I dont think we'll see. The recent changes in leadership in Defense and Intelligence paint a much scarier and dire picture of how far he'll be willing to go to stay in office. He is prepping to use the US military against our own citizens.

No Feliciano in those games. The Running Game is BACK BABY! edit: Just got word that Morse is back, Feliciano back to Guard. LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO