The 49ers 2015 Coaching Search Thread(All Rumors and News Here) | Page 690

Phoenix49ers · 2015-01-03T09:08:39-08:00

Updating the previous thread with the main candidates that the 49ers have been looking at or are thus far planning to interview. Put all coaching rumors here, state your preferences for a head coach, talk about anything related to the 49ers coaching search and the possible future coaching staff. So far the 49ers have interviewed Dan Quinn, Vic Fangio, Mike Shanahan and Adam Gase On Deck are Josh McDaniels and Rex Ryan. They've also requested to interview Todd Bowles and Teryl Austin but no dates have been set since both their teams have Wild Card games this weekend. 49ers have not as of yet had an interview with Jim Tomsula, or if they've had one, it has not been made public. They have also reportedly shown interest in Kyle Shanahan but as of today have not scheduled nor requested an interview with him. Mike Shanahan Most recent job: Head coach, Washington Age-62 Pros: He has the most experience of any of the known 49ers candidates and has coached two of the game's best quarterbacks – Steve Young and John Elway. That's a big selling point for a franchise trying to turn Colin Kaepernick into an elite quarterback. He also has ties to the 49ers' glory years and their original West Coast offense, which would be trumpeted in an introductory press conference. Cons: Shanahan's last quarterback project ended with then-rookie Robert Griffin III taking a beating from which he has yet to recover. Shanahan went 24-41 in four seasons in Washington and lost his only playoff appearance. Vic Fangio Most recent job: Defensive coordinator, 49ers Age: 56 Pros: He showed a keen eye for placing players in the right spots when he began assembling the 49ers after the 2011 lockout. His units have finished in the top five ever since and his blunt and honest style has won the respect of his players. Fangio would add an element of calm to the franchise after such a dizzying 2014 campaign. Cons: That blunt style may not play well with a front office that felt undermined at times by Jim Harbaugh. Meanwhile, the 49ers' most important component is Kaepernick, and they may be prefer an offensive coach. Rex Ryan Most recent job: Former head coach, Jets Age: 52 Pros: He has a commanding personality and presence that could galvanize even a veteran team, which the 49ers are at this point. His Jets defenses typically have been stout in recent years. Cons: While the Jets' defenses have been top 10 in caliber, Fangio's have been top five. Hiring Ryan over Fangio could be a tough sell to the players. Furthermore, the 49ers need the most help on offense and with their quarterback, both of which were Ryan's downfalls in New York. Adam Gase Most recent job: Offensive coordinator, Broncos Age: 36 Pros: He's been part of one of the league's top offenses in recent seasons and has worked closely with perhaps the best quarterback in the game. Gase is said to have a strong personality and he's been an excellent match with Peyton Manning, something that must entice the 49ers as they look for someone to work with Kaepernick. Cons: Gase is a year older than Justin Smith and might have trouble with a veteran roster that was given the run of the place under Harbaugh. Furthermore, it's hard to distinguish who was most responsible for Denver's offensive success – Gase or Manning. Josh McDaniels Most recent job: Offensive coordinator, Patriots Age: 38 Pros: He's also young, but the Patriots' offensive coordinator is more experienced than Gase, having been the Broncos' head coach in 2009 and 2010. Like Gase, McDaniels is known for offense and for working with quarterbacks. Cons: McDaniels' stint in Denver ended just 12 games into his second season and it was clear he did not have the respect of the locker room. His record with quarterbacks also was not good in Denver – Jay Cutler didn't trust him and he was traded to Chicago. The Broncos selected Tim Tebow – now out of the league – in the first round of the 2010 draft. http://www.sacbee.com/sports/nfl/san-francisco-49ers/article5352360.html

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:12 AM

#10336

pd24
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Originally posted by E-49er:
the offense just has to be in The top 15. The D will probably not be elite if Fargo leaves but if it can remain top 10 there is a chance for the super bowl.

Why wont the D be elite with WIllis and Bowman back and Aldon for a year. Lynch, Borland, Tank, and Dial all improving. Dorsey and WIlliams back also.

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:12 AM

#10337

jimmythegreekjr
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Originally posted by Baldie:

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by Mertonschickendance:
95.7 the game this morning is saying raiders won the HC battle. Said Niners picked a yes man and mentioning word is Gase can't lead a locker room.

What a joke.

Lol, lets be serious, they know next to nothing about Gase. I trust the judgment of Baalke far more than some some random talking head.

Isn't 95.7 more a Raider station and KNBR is a niner station?

yes

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:12 AM

#10338

49erfoeva
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Originally posted by SoCold:

Originally posted by Mertonschickendance:
95.7 the game this morning is saying raiders won the HC battle. Said Niners picked a yes man and mentioning word is Gase can't lead a locker room.

What a joke.

Gase resume

offensive ass. for the Lions
QB coach / ass. for Lions, 49ers and Denver
OC the last two years for Peyton

I doubt Gase knows if he can lead a locker room

I imagine Baalke will be pretty hands on in tutoring Gase. Hiring an experienced/well respected staff will help with the lockerroom leadership.

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:12 AM

#10339

Phoenix49ers
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Originally posted by TheRathman44:
They did the same in AZ. The radio host was blasting the Niners for hiring an inexperienced coach, and then he turned around and blasted a NY reporter for saying Bowles was too young and inexperienced.

Lol, this.

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:14 AM

#10340

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Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by Mertonschickendance:
95.7 the game this morning is saying raiders won the HC battle. Said Niners picked a yes man and mentioning word is Gase can't lead a locker room.

What a joke.

Lol, lets be serious, they know next to nothing about Gase. I trust the judgment of Baalke far more than some some random talking head.

And Del Rio was a 40 year old coach who had only been a DC for one year & had 4 years of coaching experience (6 if you count being a Strength and Conditioning coach) before getting the Jacksonville job.

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:14 AM

#10341

Niners816
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Originally posted by TheRathman44:
Originally posted by Mertonschickendance:
95.7 the game this morning is saying raiders won the HC battle. Said Niners picked a yes man and mentioning word is Gase can't lead a locker room.

What a joke.

They did the same in AZ. The radio host was blasting the Niners for hiring an inexperienced coach, and then he turned around and blasted a NY reporter for saying Bowles was too young and inexperienced.

Nobody really knows what Gase will or won't be. However, a lot of real football guys whos opinions I respect are vouching for adam.

I still think the greatest thing about adam is his exposure to all the main offense that make up pro football.

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:15 AM

#10342

jimmythegreekjr
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Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by TheRathman44:
They did the same in AZ. The radio host was blasting the Niners for hiring an inexperienced coach, and then he turned around and blasted a NY reporter for saying Bowles was too young and inexperienced.

Lol, this.

Isn't Bowles 51?

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:15 AM

#10343

ninerfan4life
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Top 5 defense with a top 15 offense = 49ers Super Bowl 50 champions

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:15 AM

#10344

pd24
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Originally posted by Jcool:

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by Mertonschickendance:
95.7 the game this morning is saying raiders won the HC battle. Said Niners picked a yes man and mentioning word is Gase can't lead a locker room.

What a joke.

Lol, lets be serious, they know next to nothing about Gase. I trust the judgment of Baalke far more than some some random talking head.

And Del Rio was a 40 year old coach who had only been a DC for one year & had 4 years of coaching experience (6 if you count being a Strength and Conditioning coach) before getting the Jacksonville job.

Im not saying it matters, but he played, so he knew how he would handle a locker room.

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:15 AM

#10345

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Originally posted by fropwns:

Originally posted by Baldie:

Originally posted by fropwns:
I think Crabs is all but gone (Houston? I know he loves the "Big D" , but I don't know if they will have the room after resigning Dez), Frank and Indy? Maybe. It all depends on who ends up being the coach.

Maybe Gase entices Frank and Crabs to come back, resign at friendly deals. Crabs could have a better season under Gase.

For a short term deal, you essentially tell Crabs, "look, you'll get the numbers now, and once you prove it, we ink you long term." Frank loves the Niners, but a chance at a title is tough to pass up.

With Frank, you have to think he only goes to a SB contender, if they want him. Same for Crabs. These guys have been in the league long enough to WANT a ring instead of money even though the media is reporting they WANT money.

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:15 AM

#10346

BOI49er
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The preponderance of the fans will always gravitate to the better known, more experienced, and more accomplished coaches. The fact of the matter is that almost all Super Bowls are won by head coaches in their first ten years in that position. No Super Bowl winning coach has ever sucessfully won one with a different team.

Like one smart guy once said, if you listen to the fans, pretty soon you'll be sitting in the stands with them.

[ Edited by BOI49er on Jan 14, 2015 at 8:19 AM ]

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:15 AM

#10347

NCommand
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Originally posted by Baldie:

Originally posted by fropwns:
I think Crabs is all but gone (Houston? I know he loves the "Big D" , but I don't know if they will have the room after resigning Dez), Frank and Indy? Maybe. It all depends on who ends up being the coach.

Maybe Gase entices Frank and Crabs to come back, resign at friendly deals. Crabs could have a better season under Gase.

AG: "Hey Frank, Hunter and Hyde...check this out...we're going to pass to you and run you inside the 5.

"
TB: "I'm pleased to announce Frank Gore has signed a 2-year contract with us!"

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:15 AM

#10348

Jesu80ncleats
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Originally posted by Jcool:

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by Mertonschickendance:
95.7 the game this morning is saying raiders won the HC battle. Said Niners picked a yes man and mentioning word is Gase can't lead a locker room.

What a joke.

Lol, lets be serious, they know next to nothing about Gase. I trust the judgment of Baalke far more than some some random talking head.

And Del Rio was a 40 year old coach who had only been a DC for one year & had 4 years of coaching experience (6 if you count being a Strength and Conditioning coach) before getting the Jacksonville job.

And he ended up winning some playoff games for them too, the contradictions in their analysis is hilarious.

[ Edited by Jesu80ncleats on Jan 14, 2015 at 8:16 AM ]

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:16 AM

#10349

braap49er
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Originally posted by Baldie:
Originally posted by Jcool:
Dennis Dodd ‏@dennisdoddcbs

Reported on WHB this a.m. by CBS' Kevin Harlan: Raiders offered one coach $10 million per year. Turned it down.

LoL...thats embarrassing

I'm sure it was harbaugh

Jan 14, 2015 at 8:16 AM

#10350

ninerfan4life
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The real question is Del Rio going to wear suits on the sideline again lol