K-9 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 It's less losing Pettine that bugs me as much as having 4 DCs in 5 years. How is anyone supposed to perform on the field when they have to learn a new system every year? That's why you promote somebody who's already well-versed in the system and also somebody the players like and respect. GO BILLS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillsForever Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 (edited) I know everyone here disagrees, but I think the Browns are (were) the most desirable open job this year, despite the front office turmoil. They have very good defensive personnel, a ton of draft picks this year, including two number ones, a pro bowl tight end, and the best young WR in football. All they need is a QB and they are well-positioned to pick one up in this year's draft. I think they are a much better bet to make the playoffs next year than the Bills. "Casual football fan": We fired our HC after one year and now have hired the Bills DC. What a disaster. Edited January 23, 2014 by BuffaloBillsForever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fridge Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 That's just ridiculous. Cleveland is a pathetic joke of a town and this moved is bush league and unprofessional. Tell us how you really feel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mannc Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 "Casual football fan": We fired our HC after one year and now have hired the Bills DC. What a disaster. Casual football fan: "We just traded Trent Richardson to the Colts??? OMG, this franchise is doomed." That's why casual football fans don't run front offices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bananathumb Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I'm choosing to look at this as a positive. The longer Pettine was here, the longer Marrone could hide his own ineptitude and hold this team back. In my opinion, with our small market status and unwillingness to spend to the cap, we need to have a sharp head coach and Marrone is far from that. I think this move will facilitate a change in head coach faster. Just have to hope that the FO hits on that position next time. This is the only good thing about it. Would have preferred if Pettine had taken over the moron's job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 ESPN - Browns expected to offer head coaching job to Bills DC Mike Pettine on Thursday, sources tell ESPN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillsForever Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 (edited) Casual football fan: "We just traded Trent Richardson to the Colts??? OMG, this franchise is doomed." That's why casual football fans don't run front offices. Yup! ...before someone says the Browns traded up to get Trent in the first place, this wasn't the front office that made that decision to get him in the draft. Edited January 23, 2014 by BuffaloBillsForever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 This is the only good thing about it. Would have preferred if Pettine had taken over the moron's job. what was DC Toms title with the Bills???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 This sucks for us. Great for Mike though. Crap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 That's why you promote somebody who's already well-versed in the system and also somebody the players like and respect. GO BILLS!!! Yes. But that's not what WE do, now is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Yes. But that's not what WE do, now is it? im thinking we go basic 43, cover two, lots of zone next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Yes. But that's not what WE do, now is it? Remains to be seen but your point is well taken. GO BILLS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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26CornerBlitz Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 @RapSheet The #Browns are attempting to hire #Bills DC Mike Pettine today, per Browns sources. They are trying to figure out coordinators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willyville Guy Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 What happened to Brian BillickBillick He went to go get the papers get the papers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCinBuffalo Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 What? Looks like Josh McDaniels is back in the mix? http://thebrownsboard.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=28271&page=5&do=findComment&comment=381568 Looks to be coming from the TBD of the Browns. (Well, the J.V. TBD of the Browns) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeSpeed Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 @RapSheet The #Browns are attempting to hire #Bills DC Mike Pettine today, per Browns sources. They are trying to figure out coordinators. Maybe we'll get lucky and he'll take Hackett with him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
\GoBillsInDallas/ Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Pettine's Wikipedia page getting pranked: http://www.newsnet5.com/sports/browns/photos-fans-prank-mike-pettines-wikipedia-page-with-jokes-about-browns-coaching-search Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Rob Oller @rollerCD 11m If Charlie #Browns hire Pettine, and you hear me laughing, it's because Haslam claims, "candidly," that Bills' DC was 1st choice all along. Jonathan Smith @TBone971 25m Report: The Browns are going to interview @JustinBieber's mugshot. #sources Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarleyNY Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Because it's a promotion rather than a lateral move. Teams can block lateral moves for any of their coaches, but not promotions. Pettine will only take coaches with him who he is able and willing to promote. As for why he took a job he "didn't intend to keep for atleast two years"... You don't know what his intentions were when he came aboard. He obviously wanted the job when he took it, but what he considered to be an opportunity too good to pass up came along. You don't want to deny a man what could be a once in a lifetime opportunity to follow his career arch goals. Simply be thankful for his time here, wish him the best, and move on. Actually I believe it is more restrictive than even that. IIRC coaches under contract are only allowed to leave for head coaching positions. Teams often won't stand in the way of positional coaches being hired away for higher level jobs, but they aren't required to allow it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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