PittsburghCane
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If there was ever a position on our defense that needs an elite touch it’s the linebackers.
After a season that saw an unacceptable amount of missed tackles, bad form and lack of aggressiveness from a historically legendary spot in Canes history, this hire looms largest IMO.
With Baker and Patke out, the first assumption is that Manny takes over the LBs.
However, if word of discussions between Ed and Manny are true, you have to believe Ed recommended the room have a full timer and excellent recruiter.
Looking at options for this position, here are names I’d love to see:
Charlie Strong:
The first and most unlikely name, Strong is an excellent coach and disciplined leader. Currently an analyst at Alabama, strong brings great experience. However, his chops as a recruiter don’t show up often enough to be a stand alone there. Having Telly Lockette jump in on field as ST could make a great combo.
Michael Barrow:
Another strong, yet unforeseen possibility, is current Seahawks LB coach Michael Barrow. A wildly proven coach and recruiter, with pro bowlers and a solid recruiting record to his name, would be a slam dunk. A second go round as coach in the Gables would return the standard that Ed Reed is looking for in the locker room.
Randy Shannon:
I’ve heard of some smoke here but Shannon would be a solid if unspectacular hire. A prodigal son of sorts after a polarizing HC campaign at Miami, coach Shannon has bounced around in the south east region, carrying the same great touch with LBs and recruiting. A third return home may be the charm for the former Cane.
Who else do you guys like? Who have you heard? Who do you think we need? Let’s hear it!
After a season that saw an unacceptable amount of missed tackles, bad form and lack of aggressiveness from a historically legendary spot in Canes history, this hire looms largest IMO.
With Baker and Patke out, the first assumption is that Manny takes over the LBs.
However, if word of discussions between Ed and Manny are true, you have to believe Ed recommended the room have a full timer and excellent recruiter.
Looking at options for this position, here are names I’d love to see:
Charlie Strong:
The first and most unlikely name, Strong is an excellent coach and disciplined leader. Currently an analyst at Alabama, strong brings great experience. However, his chops as a recruiter don’t show up often enough to be a stand alone there. Having Telly Lockette jump in on field as ST could make a great combo.
Michael Barrow:
Another strong, yet unforeseen possibility, is current Seahawks LB coach Michael Barrow. A wildly proven coach and recruiter, with pro bowlers and a solid recruiting record to his name, would be a slam dunk. A second go round as coach in the Gables would return the standard that Ed Reed is looking for in the locker room.
Randy Shannon:
I’ve heard of some smoke here but Shannon would be a solid if unspectacular hire. A prodigal son of sorts after a polarizing HC campaign at Miami, coach Shannon has bounced around in the south east region, carrying the same great touch with LBs and recruiting. A third return home may be the charm for the former Cane.
Who else do you guys like? Who have you heard? Who do you think we need? Let’s hear it!
