The Senator Posted December 13, 2005 Author Share Posted December 13, 2005 My guess is Joe's looking for a head coach that can breathe without a portable oxygen machine. But, that's just my guess. 531156[/snapback] Ya know...other than a brief battle with prostate cancer - which he beat, thank God - Marv seems a whole lot healthier than most of these younger guys... High Risk of Coaching... This isn't a campaign - it's a crusade! Bring back Marv. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 http://eod.liquidviewer.com/wgr-od/wgr/20051213_Felser.wma Marv Levy dropping hints that Bills are talking to him about coaching, but Felser points out Levy has GM experience in the CFL (Montreal) and he thinks that Levt as GM is a more likely scenario. PTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennesseeboy Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 As I said earlier today...I think it should be Marv to coach the next three games as well as GM...and he can run the search for head coach, mastermind the draft and FA maze and GM for a year or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill from NYC Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 GM would seem to be the more likely scenario. At his age, he would certainly need a very strong assistant, ready to take the helm. Frankly, I don't think that the whole thing makes much sense. Seriously, if Levy is named GM, I strongly believe that it will be done as a promotional/ticket selling move. This is simply my opinion, and I am not saying that it would be impossible for Marv to succeed, however unlikely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in San Diego Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 I could disagree more macaroni. A head football coach is more of an administrator and leader than an X & O guy anyway. Greggo was a great X and O guy, couldn't lead a team. MM was a decent (depends who you speak to) X and O guy, but can't really make the transition to leader. Take a look at guys like Vermeil, Gibbs, Parcells and even Herm Edwards of the Jets, they don't X and O the opposition to death. Thats the job of the coordinators. These guys motivate and inspire the team. They're like CEOs, laying out the big picture with broad brush strokes and managing people. It falls to middle management (coordinators & position coaches) to make the CEO's vision possible. Now, you tell me that if Marv was brought back, supported by Wyche as OC and Capers as DC, April as ST, that we wouldn't have a decent staff? That a Pro Football Hall-ofFamer wouldn't have the respect of every single player in the room, especially when they saw how Marv was treated by the fans & owner. I think Marv would do one helluva job here, I really do. It would be an era of truly good feelings. I do agree with TD on one thing, I think there is more talent on this team than 4-12, and I think an inspirational leader would get the most out of it. We haven't had one of those since...well Marv I. 530955[/snapback] I agree with your thoughts. This would be a good move ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCBoston Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 GM would seem to be the more likely scenario. At his age, he would certainly need a very strong assistant, ready to take the helm. Frankly, I don't think that the whole thing makes much sense. Seriously, if Levy is named GM, I strongly believe that it will be done as a promotional/ticket selling move. This is simply my opinion, and I am not saying that it would be impossible for Marv to succeed, however unlikely. 531206[/snapback] After listening to the Felser interview, bringing back Marv make total sense, only not as a GM or coach. Remember that before TD was hired, the Bills never had a "President" -- only a VP of Football Operations. Right now, Ralph wants someone who he knows and trusts, and who will be loyal to him. So he brings in Marv as President to "stabilize the organization" and "clean house" (Felser's words), to get the ship pointed in the right direction. Then, Marv hires (or promotes from within) a GM, or VP of Football Ops, or whatever. Then a new coach is hired. The more I think about this, the more I like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDH Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 GM would seem to be the more likely scenario. At his age, he would certainly need a very strong assistant, ready to take the helm. Frankly, I don't think that the whole thing makes much sense. Seriously, if Levy is named GM, I strongly believe that it will be done as a promotional/ticket selling move. This is simply my opinion, and I am not saying that it would be impossible for Marv to succeed, however unlikely. 531206[/snapback] Personally I'd rather stick with Donahoe than go with Levy as GM. Other than the fact that Levy is beloved in the Buffalo area I can think of no other reason why he'd be hired as GM. People are pissed off at having first time head coaches but somehow they're okay with a GM that has NO NFL FRONT OFFICE EXPERIENCE WHATSOEVER? Umm, okay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave mcbride Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 thoughts? inquiring minds want to know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffalo mike2 Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 Personally I'd rather stick with Donahoe than go with Levy as GM. Other than the fact that Levy is beloved in the Buffalo area I can think of no other reason why he'd be hired as GM. People are pissed off at having first time head coaches but somehow they're okay with a GM that has NO NFL FRONT OFFICE EXPERIENCE WHATSOEVER? Umm, okay. 531220[/snapback] ehhh- take the guy that has been to 4 Superbowls- he's too old to coach, but Ralph would have his fan base back overnight and I think Marv could make much better Free-Agent aquisitions. And most important it runs Whitey outta town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDH Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 ehhh- take the guy that has been to 4 Superbowls- he's too old to coach, but Ralph would have his fan base back overnight and I think Marv could make much better Free-Agent aquisitions. And most important it runs Whitey outta town. 531235[/snapback] I'll all for getting rid of Donahoe...as long as his replacement is actually more capable. Running him out of town for anybody willing to take the position isn't what I'm looking for. That's like jumping out of the boiling water and into the fire and thinking you're in better shape for making the leap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffalo mike2 Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 I'll all for getting rid of Donahoe...as long as his replacement is actually more capable. Running him out of town for anybody willing to take the position isn't what I'm looking for. That's like jumping out of the boiling water and into the fire and thinking you're in better shape for making the leap. 531240[/snapback] I understand but we are talking severe football knowledge here, not just somebody that leaves tickets for Elvis at the gate.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 That's like jumping out of the boiling water and into the fire and thinking you're in better shape for making the leap. 531240[/snapback] Sorry, the correct answer is, "Out of the pot and into the frying pan." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 I understand but we are talking severe football knowledge here, not just somebody that leaves tickets for Elvis at the gate.... 531251[/snapback] Jerry Glanville!!!! Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 Marv would make a good figurehead, that's about it.... I think Felser's just stirring the pot a little, as a farewell gift to TD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted December 13, 2005 Author Share Posted December 13, 2005 Personally I'd rather stick with Donahoe than go with Levy as GM. Other than the fact that Levy is beloved in the Buffalo area I can think of no other reason why he'd be hired as GM. People are pissed off at having first time head coaches but somehow they're okay with a GM that has NO NFL FRONT OFFICE EXPERIENCE WHATSOEVER? Umm, okay. 531220[/snapback] Well I'd rather not see Marv as GM...but that's only 'cause I want him as head coach. Now Marv as GM/HC is fine with me. BTW - Marv was GM in Montreal for 2 years. (Yeah I know that's the CFL, but it is front office experience.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffalo mike2 Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 Jerry Glanville!!!! Love it! 531255[/snapback] There was a special on him last night on ESPN, pretty interesting- I had to throw that in there. He also does a radio commercial for a restaurant here in Melbourne FL. where the Flutie Park construction is underway! Flutie Athletic Complex 2101 Oak Street, Melbourne Beach Parks Referendum Project FROM US-192 (Melbourne Cswy), go south on Miramir Ave/SR-A1A 1.0 miles, road becomes Oak Street/SR-A1A. Continue 0.9 miles through light at Ocean Ave. Park is on the left. Open after 7:00 a.m. until dark, except for scheduled use. Catching the sea breezes, this 29-acre community park is an athletic complex and home of two youth athletic organizations: South Beaches Little League and Melbourne Beach Soccer Club. Facilities include a medium pavilion, playground, benches, tennis courts, soccer fields, Little League fields, a restroom/concession facility and a restroom/concession with meeting room. Construction and renovations are currently underway through the Parks Referendum Project. Click on the link above for project information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TC in St. Louis Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 I think he'd be a great interim coach. He's about 20 clicks smarter than anybody else, and he's a gentleman and a player's coach, yet uncompromising and demanding. I read his book. He's great. They can hire Mariucci to run the offense till Marv hangs it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarthur31 Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 Changes at the top won't matter until all starting O-linemen are fired! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kasper13 Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 Marv said two teams have contacted him and one wasn't the Bills. Read into that what you will. He also wants a three year contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarthur31 Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 After listening to the Felser interview, bringing back Marv make total sense, only not as a GM or coach. Remember that before TD was hired, the Bills never had a "President" -- only a VP of Football Operations. Right now, Ralph wants someone who he knows and trusts, and who will be loyal to him. So he brings in Marv as President to "stabilize the organization" and "clean house" (Felser's words), to get the ship pointed in the right direction. Then, Marv hires (or promotes from within) a GM, or VP of Football Ops, or whatever. Then a new coach is hired. The more I think about this, the more I like it. 531219[/snapback] You forget that Ralph was considered the President even if that title was never attached to his name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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