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What traits/qualities do you want in a HC??

Posted on 10/9/16 at 4:42 pm
Posted by PennyPacker
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 4:42 pm
I sure hope whoever is in the search for our head coach puts a list of candidates who fit what is needed to win in the SEC;

- great recruiter
- strong on defense, esp in stopping the run
- balanced offense but knows that running the ball wins championships (regardless of how they run; spread, power, etc)
- knows you have to win the trenches in the SEC
- willingness to adapt and change as the need arises
- organized and disciplined (the lack of both leads to losses when facing equal talent)


I am sure there are other items that need to be on the list. I interview and hire/don't hire people all the time, it is always about qualities in a candidate not the name of the candidate.
Posted by KingBeingking
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 4:43 pm to
Jimbo paired with Dave Aranda would lead to your ideal coach. Let's do it.
Posted by KyrieElaison
Tennessee
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 4:54 pm to
Sounds a lot like the coach we already have
This post was edited on 10/9/16 at 4:54 pm
Posted by Harv1790
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 5:01 pm to
You pretty much listed them all. I would like for the HC to be a transformational leader as well.
Posted by PennyPacker
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 5:02 pm to
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KyrieElaison


Lmao, so you think Miles was organized, had a balanced offense, and adapted?? Sorry but him not adapting his offense is one of a few reasons he was fired. His lack of organization is what led to clock management issues and player confusion.

But yes, Miles did have a lot of what makes a great coach. Hell, he won a lot because of that.
Posted by KyrieElaison
Tennessee
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 5:17 pm to
The coach we currently have -CEO!
Posted by PennyPacker
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 5:58 pm to
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The coach we currently have -CEO


My bad. You could be right though and it's possible he could be the right guy for LSU now.
Posted by Draconian Sanctions
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 6:09 pm to
Organized

A+ recruiter

Advanced understanding of effective quarterback play

Surrounds himself with smart people

Will adjust as situations change (both on and off the field)

Can communicate well with college kids
This post was edited on 10/9/16 at 6:10 pm
Posted by Random LSU Hero
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 6:47 pm to
Wins a shitTon of games and kisses his players on the cheek
Posted by PennyPacker
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Posted on 10/9/16 at 6:56 pm to
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Wins a shitTon of games and kisses his players on the cheek


Sounds like you were happy with Miles...... or was it the mouth that he said to kiss 'em
Posted by Duckie
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Posted on 10/10/16 at 8:08 am to
Some of these are obvious traits you want.

But really, my biggest concern after seeing the UT mess with Strong and the first 5 years under Miles, is that we have a united front that is behind a new coach. I don't want any rogue boosters disliking him from the start.

It's very important Alleva finds a guy that everyone can get behind.
Posted by CJH1977
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Posted on 10/10/16 at 8:30 am to
This guy have all the traits!!!!Chris Petersen from the Washington Huskies.
Posted by PennyPacker
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Posted on 10/10/16 at 9:02 am to
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Some of these are obvious traits you want.


You are right but when you see the names being put out there, it's pretty obvious people are just looking at win/losses and not actually why, how, and where they are winning. Example is Larry Fedora. Based on some of his comments in interviews, it appears defense is not very important too him. That type of coaching usually doesn't work consistently against SEC teams.

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It's very important Alleva finds a guy that everyone can get behind.


That would be nice, but beyond Herman and of course Gruden (joke) I am not sure our fans will be united behind anyone unfortunately..... but I do understand what your saying. Hate to see a guy torpedoed in his first year.
Posted by castorinho
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Posted on 10/10/16 at 9:06 am to
That has never and will never lose....
Pay attention!
Posted by BayouCowboy
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Posted on 10/10/16 at 10:04 am to
I'm not saying O is our guy, but he sure fits a lot of those traits. I know everyone points to the Ole Miss gig, but to say a guy can't evolve as a HC is ridiculous.

He's a known great recruiter. Does anyone on any current coaching list know the SEC recruiting landscape more the O?
As a DL coach he coached Russell Maryland, Cortez Kennedy and Warren Sapp.
He's learned under Jimmy Johnson, Pete Carroll and Lane Kiffen.
He's shown adaptability by adopting Carroll's practice style (he credits Carroll for his change from Miles' style practices). He incorporates some of Jimmy Johnson's psychological practices with getting his players mentally up for games. JJ was a psych major.

Every single complaint from the fan base was addressed day one by O:
Offensive predictability
Clock management
Adapting game plan and exploiting opponents' tendencies
4th QTR fades

My advice is explore all options and let the season play out. I think we give O a legitimate shot as he was promised. He may prove to be that "up and coming" coach. He also bleeds purple and gold and wouldn't jump ship as soon as he gets a little success.
This post was edited on 10/10/16 at 2:44 pm
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