mrpunchy Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 1979-80 Missouri (defensive assistant) 1981-88 Weber State (defensive coordinator) 1989-93 Washington State (defensive coordinator) 1994-99 Dallas Cowboys (DB coach) 2000-06 Dallas Cowboys (defensive coordinator) 2007 Atlanta Falcons (defensive coordinator) 2008-present Cincinnati Bengals (defensive coordinator) That looks like a fairly good resume to me. But apparently talks to honestly about how he feels. Can you imagine someone who is honest? I just don't get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fong Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 In all honesty I'd rather have an offensive mind at head coach. I know it's not a popular opinion around here, but offense has always been the driving force in the NFL. Defense is always just playing catch up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SageAgainstTheMachine Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 1979-80 Missouri (defensive assistant) 1981-88 Weber State (defensive coordinator) 1989-93 Washington State (defensive coordinator) 1994-99 Dallas Cowboys (DB coach) 2000-06 Dallas Cowboys (defensive coordinator) 2007 Atlanta Falcons (defensive coordinator) 2008-present Cincinnati Bengals (defensive coordinator) That looks like a fairly good resume to me. But apparently talks to honestly about how he feels. Can you imagine someone who is honest? I just don't get it. Where do you hear he's too honest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpunchy Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share Posted January 2, 2013 http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/2013/1/2/3828248/philadelphia-eagles-coaching-candidate-profiles-mike-zimmer-bengals-dc http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/01/19/colts-and-bucs-consider-mike-zimmer-dolphins-think-hes-too-blunt/ The more I read about him the more I like him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fixxxer Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 He strike me as another great DC with no HC material, my guts tells me so, so don't ask me for links. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPS Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 It would not surprise me at all if he got a HC job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 I heard hes cray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 Compounding that is he was an assistant for so long. How come no HC job?? Makes me wonder if there's a reason, maybe it's this "honesty" thing?? He strike me as another great DC with no HC material, my guts tells me so, so don't ask me for links. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playman Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 In all honesty I'd rather have an offensive mind at head coach. I know it's not a popular opinion around here, but offense has always been the driving force in the NFL. Defense is always just playing catch up. defense wins championships and he coordinated some pretty good ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpunchy Posted January 3, 2013 Author Share Posted January 3, 2013 defense wins championships and he coordinated some pretty good ones. This^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Listen I'm all for interviewing lots of people. But to not give this guy an opportunity seems foolish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick the Greek Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Great resume. I'm actually surprised he hasn't been offered a head coaching gig since 2008.. The Bungles D has been solid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Threads that mention him often mention his mental makeup isn't seen as head coach material Don't have a source but many here have said it, for what it's worth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpunchy Posted January 3, 2013 Author Share Posted January 3, 2013 The most effective leaders hold people accountable. If that is a problem with mental make up then I guess he is not HC material. Hey maybe the guy is a huge dick but so was Parcells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logical Reasoning Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Should get an interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpunchy Posted January 3, 2013 Author Share Posted January 3, 2013 In all fairness, he is still coaching this weekend so it's not like interviewing him is even a possibility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbillsfan1975 Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 This^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Listen I'm all for interviewing lots of people. But to not give this guy an opportunity seems foolish. He could be the next Mike Smith or the next Mike Singletary. Not sure the Bills have the luxury of rolling the dice on that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Who would he bring with him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mob16151 Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Who would he bring with him? He might be able to bring Hue Jackson with him as OC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 He might be able to bring Hue Jackson with him as OC That actually wouldn't be bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mob16151 Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 That actually wouldn't be bad. Maybe Mark Carrier and Ken Zampese as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffBill Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 1979-80 Missouri (defensive assistant) 1981-88 Weber State (defensive coordinator) 1989-93 Washington State (defensive coordinator) 1994-99 Dallas Cowboys (DB coach) 2000-06 Dallas Cowboys (defensive coordinator) 2007 Atlanta Falcons (defensive coordinator) 2008-present Cincinnati Bengals (defensive coordinator) That looks like a fairly good resume to me. But apparently talks to honestly about how he feels. Can you imagine someone who is honest? I just don't get it. I have to agree, it is quite surprising his name hasn't been coming up in any of job openings discussions. All season long when the subject came up his name did also, but since the firings occured, not one mention of his name. I don't think he would be a bad option at all here when you consider how much talent ($$) we have on defense and how putrid they performed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 I have to agree, it is quite surprising his name hasn't been coming up in any of job openings discussions. All season long when the subject came up his name did also, but since the firings occured, not one mention of his name. I don't think he would be a bad option at all here when you consider how much talent ($$) we have on defense and how putrid they performed. The one thing with Mike Zimmer from a Bills standpoint (and I hate to say it) is how marketable the guy is and what the fan response would be? Ideally with a coaching hire you wouldn't even consider these things but pro sports is part of the entertainment business so there is a sales/marketing aspect to it. edit: It goes without saying that winning sells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevilsAlum Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 Just the fact that he turned Vontaze Burfict in to a more than serviceable player speaks volumes about his coaching ability Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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