Rams Request Permission To Interview Jay Gruden For Head Coaching Position
by Ryan Van Bibber on Jan 10, 2012 12:02 PM CST
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PrintJeff Fisher is still thinking about his coaching options, but both teams, the Miami Dolphins and the St. Louis Rams, are proceeding with backup plans. Bernie Miklasz reported on his 101 ESPN radio show today that the Rams have requested permission to interview Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Jay Gruden.
Jay Gruden is this year's hottest assistant coach, after helping the Bengals get to the playoffs with rookie quarterback Andy Dalton at the helm. Dalton and the team's offense were also helped greatly by the presence of rookie wide receiver A.J. Green, the fourth overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. This was Gruden's first year on the job as a coordinator. His last job in the NFL was in Tampa Bay as an offensive assistant from 2002-2008, working for his brother, Jon Gruden, then the head coach in Tampa Bay.
Gruden worked in the Arena League and the UFL between those jobs.
Gruden's credentials would certainly seem to benefit quarterback Sam Bradford. Gruden's work with Dalton speaks for itself. He also runs a version of the West Coast Offense, which the Rams used in Bradford's rookie season.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are said to be interested in Gruden, but he said on Monday that he has yet to hear from them.
Because Gruden is currently a coordinator, the Bengals cannot refuse teams who would like to interview him for a head coaching job.
Jay Gruden is the brother of Jon, who would have been one of the top coaching candidates on the market had he not opted to stay in the booth for Monday Night Football.
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Why don't we interview everyone possible, even manbearpig
You know fish will make his announcement midway through the interview, ending it promptly
Beating off the dog is never appropriate when we have company over...... I mean EVER!
by sergey606 on Jan 10, 2012 12:08 PM CST via mobile reply actions
I think if they get permission
Jay Gruden is the front runner after fisher, could br a lil bias though..
Bradford + Blackmon = Secondaries Beware
by RG31 on Jan 10, 2012 12:22 PM CST via mobile reply actions
I agree
If the Rams can’t get a good established head coach, Jay Gruden is certainly number one on my wish list.
offensive acumen and his coaching experience in the afl and ufl are very appealing.
by @EricFromSTL on Jan 10, 2012 12:36 PM CST via Android app up reply actions
dammit!
i wish freakin fisher would hurry his ass up already and quit leaving everyone in limbo! make your decision! if he isnt going to take the rams gig, then let them know already so they can move on (like there doing already i know).
i really dont see what the hang up is, either you want to go to a team with an established qb in bradford, the opportunity to pick YOUR OWN gm, the #2 pick in the draft, AND $40 mil of cap space the yr after….or you want the frakin sunshine, babes, and more money. if this is the case, wanting to go to miami to get paid, to get a tan, then to be honest, this dude isnt really serious about the job. let us know already fisher or kick fuckin rocks!! im tired of waiting!
by Mark Jaramillo on Jan 10, 2012 4:01 PM CST up reply actions
Gruden is sooo young, but he's very good too.
I hope the FO is putting a Coaching staff together, who really want to work together.
And Not just throwing names at the wall to see which ones stick.
We need a cohesive staff in place, for the future.
WTF? We go from an incredibly seasoned head coach as the front runner,
to 3 first year coordinators as the other three possibilities?
It's part of Stan Kronke's relocation plan LOL
Hopefuly there just going through the motions of evaluating the young coaching talent out there.
Out of everyone they've interviewed, I like him the best
Think he’d be the best fit.
But besides Fisher, this sure goes against the “experienced head coach” mantra we heard.
This is getting old.
FAST.
Formerly JBaccSTL. Been losing sleep over Rams football since 1999.
by Joe Mazzi on Jan 10, 2012 12:39 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Hell, why don't we interview Lane Kiffin's son?
I hear that he watches a lot of game tape with Dad and Grandpappy Monte.
SportsCenter
Breaking News: @RAIDERS coach Hue Jackson has been fired, according to a league source. (via @AdamSchefter)
Formerly JBaccSTL. Been losing sleep over Rams football since 1999.
What sense can it possibly make
to put every last colored egg in the same basket, shut down your draft plans for the next 2 years at the expense of Carson Palmer then completely blow up your front office?
Formerly JBaccSTL. Been losing sleep over Rams football since 1999.
Short answer?
Al Davis is truly undead.
"Fac Fortia et Patere"
by FailureDrill on Jan 10, 2012 3:05 PM CST via Android app up reply actions
Maybe the Raiders will hire Tom Cable
I hear that he throws a good punch.
This is that... "interview the HOT coordinator" stuff I was talking about.
…and I don’t think I like it.
Nothing to do with the rams but.
is anybody else getting tired of the media talking about this tebow thing. i’am. i don’t know about you i guess the the media doesn’t know that their other players on that team. last time i looked their wasn’t 1 player on the field at any given time. give other players their just do.
I'm going to laugh my ass off if they beat NE
I don’t see any way they can, but I said that for the Steelers game too…
That is so 10 weeks ago.
catch up to speed.
http://www.codex99.com/illustration/images/foster/songbird_sm.jpg
Yea most of everybody is tired of it
But ESPN won’t shut the hell up, can’t wait for the pats to beat them so it can stop…. Until next season….. Fuck!
Bradford + Blackmon = Secondaries Beware
by RG31 on Jan 10, 2012 1:30 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
They have been doing this for years
It’s part of the dumbing down of America. They try to keep everything relevant to a 2nd grade level.
I will say this about Tebow, he is an intriguing story due to the style of offense Denver is running with him… they have had success with an offense that’s not suppose to work in the NFL. If he ever becomes proficient at passing he could turn things upside down. But until then it’s kind of premature to be giving him as much attention as they are as far as merit… I’m sure in terms of ratings he’s a godsend to the networks.
WTF? Raiders sack Jackson after one season? And it's not even Al Davis's fault this time...
"Roses are red, violets are blue, sugar is sweet - I'm gonna break your face..." The Champ
Heard Jackson was out of control and he blamed the players for some losses.
2 men enter 1 man leaves. THOSE ARE THE RULES OF THUNDER DOME!
"I learned that Madonna will be singing at the Super Bowl. I thought this was football not the soundtrack to your menopause." ~ RAMpage28
You don't interview the Chud
The Chud interviews you.
Beating off the dog is never appropriate when we have company over...... I mean EVER!
by sergey606 on Jan 10, 2012 1:59 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
The Chud chooses.
2 men enter 1 man leaves. THOSE ARE THE RULES OF THUNDER DOME!
"I learned that Madonna will be singing at the Super Bowl. I thought this was football not the soundtrack to your menopause." ~ RAMpage28
Time to hear all the trade offers
2 men enter 1 man leaves. THOSE ARE THE RULES OF THUNDER DOME!
"I learned that Madonna will be singing at the Super Bowl. I thought this was football not the soundtrack to your menopause." ~ RAMpage28
If it's not the Browns, then I don't know what I'm willing to accept
I read an article this morning that said the Dolphins would like to trade up to get RG3, but they’ve got the 8th or 9th, depending on a coin toss. At 8 or 9 I’m not sure who we’d take, or who’d be the best available
Skins might trade up for him too.
2 men enter 1 man leaves. THOSE ARE THE RULES OF THUNDER DOME!
"I learned that Madonna will be singing at the Super Bowl. I thought this was football not the soundtrack to your menopause." ~ RAMpage28
True
I’d have to check what they’ve got this year….I know they gave up a ton for McNabb, but they may actually have their picks back this year
Trading that far down
The rams better get a ton
Beating off the dog is never appropriate when we have company over...... I mean EVER!
by sergey606 on Jan 10, 2012 2:36 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
they do have a 39th pick this year (#7 in the 2nd)
Who would you suggest we take at 6 in that scenario?
How about Trent Richardson?
Maybe this is too high for him but Kalil and Blackmon will be off the board by #6.
personally, I think thats a bit high for a RB
but I don’t run an NFL organization, so what the hell do I know? Specifically, for the Rams, RB is way down my list of priorities
way too high
I’d fly to st. Louis with a pitchfork..
Bradford + Blackmon = Secondaries Beware
by RG31 on Jan 10, 2012 2:51 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Claiborne?
2 men enter 1 man leaves. THOSE ARE THE RULES OF THUNDER DOME!
"I learned that Madonna will be singing at the Super Bowl. I thought this was football not the soundtrack to your menopause." ~ RAMpage28
Martin IMO
Bradford + Blackmon = Secondaries Beware
by RG31 on Jan 10, 2012 2:55 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Another possibility
probably a better choice.
2 men enter 1 man leaves. THOSE ARE THE RULES OF THUNDER DOME!
"I learned that Madonna will be singing at the Super Bowl. I thought this was football not the soundtrack to your menopause." ~ RAMpage28
Devon Still
Imo- trade down if Cleveland ends up wanting RG3, take Blackmon at 4, then get Upshaw at 22, and Jerel Worthy. Or… Trade down further, take Floyd, try and get Upshaw and Worthy. Either idea, sign a T in free agency
Note to Douglas M: Remember that 99% of what I say involves BS
by King Sam Rules! on Jan 10, 2012 3:32 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Sounds good to me
Upshaw could be a beast and rather us get a T in FA if we don’t get Martin or Kalil..
Bradford + Blackmon = Secondaries Beware
by RG31 on Jan 10, 2012 3:36 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Blackmon or Floyd and Upshaw are IMO the ones we should get
Covers our two BIGGEST needs
Note to Douglas M: Remember that 99% of what I say involves BS
by King Sam Rules! on Jan 10, 2012 3:39 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Manny vs. Floyd finally gonna happen?
Bradford + Blackmon = Secondaries Beware
by RG31 on Jan 10, 2012 2:55 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Yes.
Maybe.
2 men enter 1 man leaves. THOSE ARE THE RULES OF THUNDER DOME!
"I learned that Madonna will be singing at the Super Bowl. I thought this was football not the soundtrack to your menopause." ~ RAMpage28
fuck no RG!
bottom line…i just saw what mayweather just said on espn…he said “i posponed my jail time, and pushed it back from may 5th, i already have the venue, and date, lets get it on already and give everybody what they all want to see..quit being a punk!” OUCH! BUT! heres the deal, its not manny that sdoesnt want to fight floyd, its freakin bob arum, paquiao’s promoter.
hes bringing up more excuses than ive ever seen! he just dont like floyd, because floyd dumped his 102 yr old ass 8 yrs ago, and he stil cant get over it! this dude would rather fight jaun manuel marquez for the 4TH time rg, than give floyd the chance, and thats straight up BULLSHIT!! arums the one making manny look like the pussy here.
by Mark Jaramillo on Jan 10, 2012 4:06 PM CST up reply actions
Noooooooooo.....
No more coordinators w/o head coaching experience. I’d rather see a college head coach with previous NFL experience take over the job before another inexperience coordinator is offered this job. No more… please!
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