(01-03-2021, 08:19 AM)Dimson Wrote:

(01-03-2021, 07:38 AM)hb1148 Wrote: This seems to be the most common concern. A few people have wondered about his system translating to the NFL which is completely legit but most people seem concerned about his commitment or temperament. If he's here for 5 or 6 years but gets us into contention, then why should we care about possible hurt feelings?

Dude has been successful everywhere he's coached of that there is no denying. He's got the 3rd best coaching record in NCAA history. Does that translate? Who knows but I bet it would, especially if he gets coordinators with league experience.

Anyway, it's all just a rumor at this point.

I am not worried as much about him being successful, I am worried about him bailing on us. I want a coach who is going to be here for the long haul. Not one who is going to fake a heart condition only to get a new coaching gig that he really wants.

That seems to be the most common concern. Bitter Gator fans. Hey, if he were here 6 years and won a Superbowl and then left, I'm not going to be too pissed off about it, I'd be happy for the team's success.  If he comes in and bombs, he might fire himself from the stress without having to worry about Shad taking way to long to do it. 

My concerns are that he tends to be a hard [BLEEP] and we've seen that doesn't work that well in the NFL. And there's questions about his system but I think that could be mitigated a bit by hiring experienced coordinators.

Personally, if I were Shad, I'd probably hire a GM and let the GM pick the coach but I guess we'll find out what he's planning soon enough.

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