Quote:He had tons of great defenses he coached here in JAX. After he left our defense dropped off significantly. Now this year he turned around TB's in a big way and nearly got them into the playoffs because of it. They've had troubles for several years defensively.


So you like McDaniels more even though his first go around he totally bombed, was an ego-maniac, and hasn't had success outside of NE? I mean come on dude, it goes both ways. If you just don't like Smith it's ok, but if we're taking away his success because he had some pieces offensively then how aren't we doing that with him having Brady? McDaniels was also the OC in STL for one year I believe and had the 32nd ranked offensive with Sam Bradford (so an OK QB).


Considering we just fired a first time guy in Gus, it goes both ways. No, exp isn't the end all be all, but when he was the 2nd fastest HC in history to get to 60 wins and had a lot of success, showing he could most definitely lead a team, that exp. is pretty impressive/important.

I should clarify my position. I wouldn't be opposed to Smith at all, he's a solid hire.


The game he called against the Pats in our playoff game was madening. I just don't think he's had a lot of success stopping the pass.


All I'm saying is I'd be disappointed if the main criteria for Smiths hire was his HC experience or his Defensive background.


Ultimately I don't think we'll go with McDaniels, he might be too much personality for the state of our franchise. But I do anticipate Shanahan being option #1 for the Jags.


And McDaniels made bad personell decisions not poor game day decisions. I'm sure he has learned from his mistakes in his youth

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