You Better Shop Around

by Saintsational on Jan 10, 2009 7:00 AM CST Comment 9 comments

The Times-Pic just came out with an article giving us the scoop on talks between defensive coordinator candidate Gregg (the two g's are an homage to Gary Gibbs) Williams and the New Orleans Saints. The title of the article says it all: Gregg Williams has a strong interest in the New Orleans Saints after his recent visit.

Williams' agent, Marvin Demoff, said Williams did not know Saints Coach Sean Payton very well before the meeting. But after coming to New Orleans, Williams' interest in the position is "definitely stronger, " Demoff said.

"He was extremely impressed with everything in the organization, from Sean on down, " Demoff said.

An agent? I never knew that coaches had agents. I thought that stopped at the player level. You learn something new every day I guess. Anyway, the fact that Williams shows great interest is flattering. It really is. But they haven't even had time to scrape Gibbs' name off his office door.

Williams was in New Orleans on Wednesday night, just hours after the Saints announced Gibbs' firing, according to a league source.

Let's get one thing straight: this is a big decision! Please, for the love of all things holy, do not rush into anything! A new defensive coordinator is the one thing Saints fans have wanted all season. The firing of Gary Gibbs has been equivalent to an early Mardi Gras. So much time and energy was spent cursing him and demanding his dismisal this year. Plus, oh yeah, there's also the fact that a change in attitude, scheme and philosophy on defense could possibly complete the puzzle and turn this team around.

So let's get this right. A lot is riding on it. Settling on the first person who walks through the door is just plain stupid and I hope the Saints aren't that foolish. Especially when his credentials leave a bit to be desired.

The Jaguars' defense did not have a standout season during Williams' one year with the team, finishing 17th in the league in total defense and 24th in passing defense.

Line up some other interviews. Do a little more research. Take a little more time. The wounds are still fresh from the breakup with Gibbs and a quick rebound hookup always leads to morning regret. You know what I'm talking about. We're all excited and you've got us hopeful yet again. Please don't make any hasty decisions.

My mama told me, "You better shop around."

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Shop around by all means

But, as I pointed out on another discussion, you shouldn’t hold Williams solely responsible for what happened with Jacksonville’s defense this season. That whole team fell apart. Del Rio lost the locker room, and even benched one of Williams’ best players. The defense also suffered from the ineptness of the offense. And still they were better than the Saints.

I’m not convinced the chemistry will be good between Williams and the rest of the Saints staff, but I have no doubt in my mind that Williams is a great defensive coach who could make an immediate impact here. That said…

Get Sean McDermott!

by MtnExile on Jan 10, 2009 8:43 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

if we finished 17th in the league in defense

we might still be playing

by MobileSaint on Jan 10, 2009 8:59 AM CST reply actions 1 recs

+1

by SaintBevo on Jan 10, 2009 9:27 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Sort of agree

I don’t want to rush into anything either, but if he’s the right fit, why screw around? I don’t know if he’s the best choice (I personally want McDermott) but he is one of the big names out there and the fact that PayLoo focused in on him immediately tells you something.

One thing about him, by all accounts he is a hard ass who can give a tirade. Just what we need. Will Smith just lost 5 pounds out of fear.

by SaintBevo on Jan 10, 2009 9:35 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

PLEEEEAAAASSSSSEEEE

dont rush into anything. The sore is still wide ass open and it could either go very very good or very very bad. I have done a little research on the guy and other than this past year, i’m sold and think he’ll be a good fit, please interview a few more people. Does anybody know if Rob M. got the job in Houston?? What about some of the guys from green bay?? Nolan? Come on saints Drew is in his prime and a lot is riding on this decision.

by saints4eva06 on Jan 10, 2009 9:38 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

Man

Keep it moving! I’ll be real disappointed if we don’t talk to at least 10 cats. Unless we get like some big time ass #1 nasty DC on the 2nd try.

by BigTMill on Jan 10, 2009 12:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

I'm down

From what i can see, this guy can run a defense. He learned under buddy ryan and he’s been around as a coordinator. His base is a cover 2, but he also can change it up. I’m pretty sure this guy knows what he’s doing. I’m reading around and other than his 06 season, he’s had top 10 defenses almost every year. His defense only gave up 191 total points the year the titans went to the super bowl.

I say, why take a chance on some assistant that we really have no idea how good they’ll be, when we can have the guy with the resume. I’m pretty sure he’s the best guy out there, so why hesitate if this is where he wants to be? Other teams are looking too, no time to piss around.

by fruly on Jan 10, 2009 12:57 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

First things first!

This is the front office call….But if we can run with consistent success when we must instead of when we want to…. and be # 1-4 in rush defense very soon……WHILE we have Drew to match almost any passing duel…..We can win the NFC…

We have enough talent on the D line…..coach it up and give Vilma a little help and depth…..Select the candidate who is most qualified to achieve this. IMHO?

by Stockhrse on Jan 10, 2009 4:18 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

welcome to Da Chronic and that's a valid point of view

Your blog name reminds me of Karlheinz Stockhausen, who, along with John Cage, is one of the few avant-garde composers to have succeeded in penetrating the popular consciousness. Without him, we wouldn’t have The Beatles’ fine work, Revolution 9.

“…financial imbalance.”

Sometimes we got tangential. Know anything about Panzer tanks?

by stujo4 on Jan 10, 2009 6:29 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs