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so does anyone think we keep trestman or the wide reciever coach(i cant remember his name)
 
I don't think Saban will be the one.

Saban is a defensive coach...When there's a regime change, the ownership many times goes with someone with an opposite philosophy than the former HC...ex. Bills go from Williams to Mularky, Cards from McGinnis to Green, Bucs from Dungy to Gruden, Chiefs from Cunninghan to Vermiel, Giants from Fassel to Coughlin, etc.

Expect a coach with an background in offense.
 
We should keep Sullivan, Trestmen and most of our D staff...The rest are gone. Thats what we should do, but I wouldnt be opposed to some other guys being out of here if our new coach deems it necessary.
 
LavaBoy said:
I don't think Saban will be the one.

Saban is a defensive coach...When there's a regime change, the ownership many times goes with someone with an opposite philosophy than the former HC...ex. Bills go from Williams to Mularky, Cards from McGinnis to Green, Bucs from Dungy to Gruden, Chiefs from Cunninghan to Vermiel, Giants from Fassel to Coughlin, etc.

Expect a coach with an background in offense.
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The only problem I have with that is that Offensive minded coaches tend to have much less success. Oh, and I think we shouldnt look at that as a reason to hire someone. Just get the best man for the job.
 
I don't like the rumors of infighting on the O side of the house. If it is true and either of those men were involved in the detiorating situation, then I hope they go.

In reality, this is going to be a house cleaning. You might see a couple off asistants stick around, but that will have more to do with the coaching pool than anything if it happens...
 
Im getting my resume ready -- to be the athletic trainer for the phins, cuz i can tell you the guys who are in there wont be there next year
 
Armstrong and Wise should be the first to go.
 
FinFanGirl said:
so does anyone think we keep trestman or the wide reciever coach(i cant remember his name)
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Jerry Sullivan is the WRs coach. It would be nice to have him if Boston is able to return from his injury. Sullivan seems to be the only person so far that can keep Boston under control. Trestman...boy, I dont know about that one. One of his primary duties this year was to be the QB's coach. That doesnt bode too well for his future here.
 
Halleluah!

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/dolphins/content/sports/epaper/
2004/11/09/w1b_wanny_1109.html

Report: Wannstedt to quit
Assistant Jim Bates is expected to take over as interim coach.

By Greg A. Bedard and Joe Schad

Palm Beach Post Staff Writer

Tuesday, November 09, 2004

DAVIE  In the end, Dave Wannstedt decided to control the one thing he could  his exit.

Wannstedt ended his tumultuous tenure as head coach of the Miami Dolphins on Monday when he decided to resign after dinner with owner Wayne Huizenga, according to various media sources. Huizenga confirmed an announcement will be made today.

‘‘Dave called me and we got together, but I’m not going to comment at this point,’’ Huizenga told The Associated Press.

It is believed that defensive coordinator Jim Bates will be announced as the fifth coach in franchise history today, when he will take over on an interim basis for the rest of the season. In the meantime, the Dolphins are sure to formulate a list for what will be the first coaching search since the franchise's inaugural season in 1966.

A team source said members of the organization had been told to report to the Dolphins' training facility early today. Team spokesman Harvey Greene would not confirm or deny the report.

Wannstedt resigned in the midst of the worst season in franchise history. The Dolphins are an NFL-worst 1-8 going into a bye week and are coming off an emotional 24-23 loss to the lowly Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at Pro Player Stadium.

Wannstedt, who compiled a 42-31 record with the Dolphins, seemed to let a season's worth of frustration seep out after the disheartening loss. His eyes were moist. The emotion looked to be sapped from his face.

He said he was referring to only that game, but the words seemed to speak volumes for a season gone horribly wrong.

"I am worn out right now, to be honest with you," Wannstedt said, looking down at the lectern. "Just drained from the game and putting everything we have into the game. It’s never been as hard to win a game. Everyone talks about how hard it is to win in the NFL ... You go four years and win over 10 games a year and it’s taken for granted. We did not play any harder when we were winning 10 and 11 a year, I promise you that. We did not play harder than we did today. That’s what rips your heart out. It’s tough."

As speculation swirled about Wannstedt's immediate future, many of his players came to his aid inside the locker room.

"I don't think Dave has been on the side where he gets more credit than he deserves," defensive end Jason Taylor said. "It's a very difficult position that Dave's in, we all understand that.

"People need to understand what's happened this season and what's going on is not Dave's fault. I understand it's the nature of the position, but this is not Dave's fault."

The Dolphins, after missing the playoffs each of the past three seasons, saw an unbelievable amount of misfortune sweep the franchise this season.

After Wannstedt was surprisingly brought back for his fifth season, former star quarterback Dan Marino took the job as vice president, and then resigned just a week later.

Just one week before the start of training camp, star running back Ricky Williams told Wannstedt in a phone call that Williams intended to retire. Williams has said his heart wasn't in it, but ultimately it was learned that he had failed three drug tests and felt he was underpaid.

Once the pads were put on, Wannstedt's and the Dolphins' luck didn't change as they were hit by several injuries.a rash of injuries swept Davie. David Boston, Chris Akins and Shawn Wooden all were hurt during training camp. Starters Tim Bowens, Larry Chester and Junior Seau were lost during the season. Even a player the Dolphins traded for, running back Lamar Gordon, saw just one game of action before being shelved for the season.

But in the end, Wannstedt didn't find himself without a job because of bad luck or injury problems. Ultimately Wannstedt the general manager let down Wannstedt the coach.

A string of failed draft picks and free-agent moves led Huizenga to strip Wannstedt of his personnel duties this past off-season, and to name Rick Spielman as general manager.

But Wannstedt struggled in his coaching duties as well, as the Dolphins finished one game out of the post-season each of the past two seasons. His teams often started the season well, only to fall out of contention late.

Bates’ last head-coaching experience came in 1985 with the Houston Gunslingers of the defunct-USFL. He was assistant head coach of the Dallas Cowboys in 1998 and ’99  the same position Wannstedt held on his way to becoming coach of the Dolphins. Bates is in his fifth season with Miami.
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Wanidiot is gone. This year has seen both my teams, Gators and Dolphins, sink to the lowest of lows. But if that was what had to happen to get rid of two of the most inept coaches in football, so be it.

Speaking specifically about the Phins now, I am under no illusions about this season. While Jim Bates takes over the reigns, I don't see much change in the teams performance. Our offensive line is playing better,(going from pukeville to below average) but they would have to have Harry Houdini's blessing to make a change this season.

Hopefully, Bates will sit Jay down and give AJ more of an opportunity. Do you think that by Bates staying on signals that SOS is coming to town? Jim coached with him at UF and I thought the coaching staff would leave with the idiot. Also I think it's time to cut out Forrester and hand the offense over to Trestman. What do you think?

Say it with me, Free at last, Thank God, we are free at last! :D
 
yankeehillbilly said:
Jerry Sullivan is the WRs coach. It would be nice to have him if Boston is able to return from his injury. Sullivan seems to be the only person so far that can keep Boston under control. Trestman...boy, I dont know about that one. One of his primary duties this year was to be the QB's coach. That doesnt bode too well for his future here.
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ya, and he really did a great job with plummer in AZ:rolleyes:
 
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