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T-Rob as DB coach would be a strong hire. But, it can't hurt our CB recruiting cuz we at rock bottom...if you sign zero CBs you cant do any worse the following year. We playing chess not checkers...

Sounds like it. There's lots not to like about Manny but not naming Simpson the DC isn't one of them (and I'm a big fan of Simpson and his work with the DL). Richt, who hired Jess, named Patke and Banda as Co-DCs, that had nothing to do with Manny cuz Manny had already accepted the Temple gig...

Is there any smoke with Simpson returning or are we just reminiscing (not that there Is anything wrong with that)?

Nah...he is directly linked to the Diaz coaching tree. That's NOT what I'm talking about. How can Baker provide new ideas and fresh perspective when his defensive acumen is limited to what Manny taught him.

Being an "up and comer" and having the ability to instill grit and toughness are not mutually exclusive. I'd argue that "proven" big name coordinators have less to "prove" than a young and hungry coach looking to establish himself at the P5 level with a marquee program.

Great article below on how the "right" coach isn't always a splashy new hire with a familiar name. I didn't want Muschamp or Strong or T-Rob. I want somebody that can develop talent and instill strong fundamentals within an aggressive scheme. I don't give krap if they are currently coaching at...

It's about culture. Mario is not a great game day coach and he isnt going to out smart the opponent but his teams play with passion and display toughness. That stems from the head coach and the culture he establishes within the program.

Say no to T-Rob as DC or Co-DC. If he wants to coach the secondary then so be it.

We dont need a splashy big name hire. We need somebody who can develop players and implement an aggressive scheme that doesnt completly disregard gap integrity. Give me somebody from the Gary Patterson coaching tree or an assistant from the NFL like Winston Moss. The DC doesnt have to be a...