26CornerBlitz Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 Gruden's Scouting System Led to Divide in Building Raiders coach Jon Gruden broke down film a certain way when he was preparing for games in the Monday Night Football booth. That method has not changed now that he's back coaching. But the manner in which he evaluates personnel -- and the people who have his ear -- has led to a disconnect in a Raiders building filled with people still trying to adjust to a new way of life. According to sources, Gruden essentially has his own staff that helps him judge talent and make decisions -- most notably confidant and Director of Football Research Dave Razzano -- along with a slew of interns and assistants. Gruden had his own draft board and has his own pro board, separate from those used by others in the organization. Previously a longtime and respected NFL scout, Razzano rose to prominence as a voice on Twitter with controversial takes that included Von Miller will be a bust and Jake Locker should go No. 1 in the draft. He was dubbed the "rogue scout," but now has an office near Gruden's. And while there is no animosity with GM Reggie McKenzie -- quite the opposite -- it's clear to many of the scouts who signed on to work for McKenzie that Gruden is listening mostly to those in his circle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansLanda Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 McKenzie will part ways with the organization after this year...Ownership has to be all-in with the $100M coach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 5 minutes ago, HansLanda said: McKenzie will part ways with the organization after this year...Ownership has to be all-in with the $100M coach. Mark Davis will ultimately regret his decision to bring Gruden back. 9 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 5 minutes ago, HansLanda said: McKenzie will part ways with the organization after this year...Ownership has to be all-in with the $100M coach. ...long standing rumor is Bruce Allen will bolt the Redskins to reunite with Gruden from their Tampa Bay days................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aristocrat Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 Yikes. They better figure out the draft boards with all the high picks they have coming. You miss on those the losses mount up and you end up like the browns 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansLanda Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 15 minutes ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Mark Davis will ultimately regret his decision to bring Gruden back. If he hasn't already been having buyer's remorse. And it's only week 3. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 1 minute ago, HansLanda said: If he hasn't already been having buyer's remorse. And it's only week 3. It's one thing to make him the HC after being away from the game for so long, but giving him full control over the football operations is an entirely different matter. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpsredemption Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 I wonder if our current pro personnel scouting is causing a divide. Can't get much worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 44 minutes ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Mark Davis will ultimately regret his decision to bring Gruden back. I don’t know. When I look at his haircut, I doubt Mark Davis is capable of regretting anything. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 2 minutes ago, K-9 said: I don’t know. When I look at his haircut, I doubt Mark Davis is capable of regretting anything. Well, he could select the wrong sized bowl. That could cause regret. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troll Toll Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 I really don’t get the Gruden hate. They have been in both games to the end this year, one of which was against a Super Bowl favorite. There is a reason they moved on from the last coaching staff. Give the guy a chance. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoTier Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 16 minutes ago, Jpsredemption said: I wonder if our current pro personnel scouting is causing a divide. Can't get much worse. There's no divide on the Bills because all of the scouts were fired shortly after Whaley got the axe and replaced with hand-picked pals of McDermott and Beane, mostly from -- surprise -- Carolina. IIRC, there was a report shortly after the Raiders traded Mack that Gruden's move caught the Raiders FO somewhat by surprise. I'm guessing that that report stemmed from this divide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 52 minutes ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Mark Davis will ultimately regret his decision to bring Gruden back. Agree. McKenzie will leave first, Gruden will insert his 'yes' man in McKenzie's old position, the Raiders organization will look like a bigger $*&! show than the Bills, and Gruden is the first firing of the Vegas Raiders era. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mannc Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 2 hours ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Gruden's Scouting System Led to Divide in Building Raiders coach Jon Gruden broke down film a certain way when he was preparing for games in the Monday Night Football booth. That method has not changed now that he's back coaching. But the manner in which he evaluates personnel -- and the people who have his ear -- has led to a disconnect in a Raiders building filled with people still trying to adjust to a new way of life. According to sources, Gruden essentially has his own staff that helps him judge talent and make decisions -- most notably confidant and Director of Football Research Dave Razzano -- along with a slew of interns and assistants. Gruden had his own draft board and has his own pro board, separate from those used by others in the organization. Previously a longtime and respected NFL scout, Razzano rose to prominence as a voice on Twitter with controversial takes that included Von Miller will be a bust and Jake Locker should go No. 1 in the draft. He was dubbed the "rogue scout," but now has an office near Gruden's. And while there is no animosity with GM Reggie McKenzie -- quite the opposite -- it's clear to many of the scouts who signed on to work for McKenzie that Gruden is listening mostly to those in his circle. This will not end well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 Did a nice job trading the best defensive player on the league 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 (edited) 2 hours ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Mark Davis will ultimately regret his decision to bring Gruden back. Gruden at his best fill holes with Vets and finds immediate but very short success...his drafts are terrible, he has no patience for rookies and his teams age quickly. Then when he gets mired in mediocrity or worse(of his own doing) he doesn't have the patience for it and steps down or gets fired...that is his MO. Edited September 23, 2018 by matter2003 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr1 Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 Gruden reminds Davis of himself. They both have similar douche mannerisms so Davis gets to live out his dream of being a head coach through Gruden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 21 minutes ago, mannc said: This will not end well. ....and it will be glorious! He was not popular in Tampa with many players and fans. Players came out and said he couldn’t be trusted. I learned to dislike him on a personal level after being up close and personal for more than I would have liked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 23, 2018 Share Posted September 23, 2018 1 hour ago, Happy Gilmore said: Well, he could select the wrong sized bowl. That could cause regret. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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