Gus Bradley has not won me over yet.. but, I like him 50 times better than Mularkey, and 49 times better than Del-sucko.


He will have to show measurable improvement over time at the kinds of things one expects from a coach. Preparedness, tackling, maintaining discipline among the players (no stupid penalties at crappy times especially)


He should have special plays predesigned and well-practiced for special moments in a game. He should have a referee's understanding of the game rules, and know how best to manipulate them to advantage. Clock management is first grade, and expected.


He should have an unflappable control of his own emotions, as well as the ability to recognize when others' emotions need curtailing (or in the case of the opponent, exploiting). He should also command the ability to recognize and exploit the emotion of group mentality on both sides. These skills are related to the undeniable impact of momentum. Something a great coach understands keenly, and does his best to manipulate to advantage.


The coach is the most important component after Qb.


There is so much more of course. We have seen some of the above, and some not.


All told, I have enough confidence in Bradley at the moment to let things play out and make a determination at the end of the season. Measurables (statistics) will be the deciding factor.


I never liked the idea of an NFL rookie coach, with NFL rookie OC and DC, and handfuls of rookie players..


The better teams, particularly the contenders it seems, very often have an experienced HC, with former (fired) head coaches at the Coordinator position(s).

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