Sunkett is coach @ ESLIs he the guy that was badmouthing Bielema today?
Sunkett is coach @ ESLIs he the guy that was badmouthing Bielema today?
Ill informed hot take! Is doesn’t matter if you are a legend. There is a time when change is needed. Where are the results from this legend? Our guys out there get physically manhandled and the lack of speed development is clear. I see guys running with awful mechanics all over the field. Yesterday when one of the penn state receivers was running down the sideline for a touchdown, I saw three defenders getting blown by. All three were over striding and had excessive back side mechanicsThis is one of the most ill informed hot takes I've seen. Lou is a legend.
I want J as much as anyone but bielema sure sounds set on a 3-4/multiple style defense. I’m sure j has experience in many systems due to his time in nfl camps, but I bet bb brings in guys specifically for that scheme.Hoping Bielema finds a spot for J Leman as LB'ers coach. As for current staff, I'd keep Lou around based on his success with Zook. Everyone else can go. I don't think Patterson brings anything, and Lig only looks good because they signed Blake Hayes. The fact we were having a backup kicker fair catch punts is enough reason to not bring him back. That should never happen given the fast small guys we had on the team like Cumby and others.
I've dealt with a lot of HS coaches over the years and most of them have huge egos and think they more important than they are. Many also treat others in the community as if they are lower than them. Just because they are "coaches". I'm so sick of local high school sports because of this.It’s hilarious how self-important some of these high school coaches are.
Matt Canada was Bielema's last OC with Wisconsin, hired when Paul Chryst took the HC job at Pitt. He's QB coach of the Steelers right now, and was Maryland's interim HC after DJ Durkin got fired.Anybody have any guesses on OC options??
J has chosen broadcasting and real estate as his professions....I'm assuming if he wanted to coach he's had plenty of time and chances to start down that path and hasn't done it.Hoping Bielema finds a spot for J Leman as LB'ers coach. As for current staff, I'd keep Lou around based on his success with Zook. Everyone else can go. I don't think Patterson brings anything, and Lig only looks good because they signed Blake Hayes. The fact we were having a backup kicker fair catch punts is enough reason to not bring him back. That should never happen given the fast small guys we had on the team like Cumby and others.
IMO high schools shouldn't run one particular system in fb or bb. A coach should be able to adjust his style to what his players abilities are. Especially in the smaller schools.I agree with the new coach's approach to recruiting Illinois. The difficulty with this approach in the past has not been how to evaluate the major schools in the state but assessment of talent in mid to smaller schools. I like the approach of involvement with HS coaches and being candid about a player's talent level. Additionally, should BB take the next step and provide advice to the coach/player what needs to be done to get that athlete to the D-1 level of play? Moreover, would some coaches buy into and implement the IL style of play? Could be a beneficial two way street.
I’m guessing you named our next oc in that list. Most of those guys aren’t really Wisconsin smash mouth power running guys, at least based on the offenses they’ve ran or been around lately. I think it’ll be someone he’s familiar with but running a more “modern” offense.Matt Canada was Bielema's last OC with Wisconsin, hired when Paul Chryst took the HC job at Pitt. He's QB coach of the Steelers right now, and was Maryland's interim HC after DJ Durkin got fired.
Jim Chaney was Bielema's first OC at Arkansas, and eventually left to be on Pat Narduzzi's first staff at Pitt. He's currently OC at Tennessee, though it sure sounds like they are trying to find a way to fire Jeremy Pruitt, so he could potentially be available. Tough to see how his offense would fit with IW but he's a great college OC.
Dan Enos was Bielema's OC for his last 3 Arkansas years. Left a HC gig at Central Michigan to take the job. Currently AHC/RB at Cincinnati. Good recruiter, well regarded, he'd be an obvious choice. If he's not in the picture then Bielema's really serious about changing his offense.
Barry Lunney Jr was Bielema's TE coach for his whole tenure at Arkansas, kept from the previous staff, and then retained under Chad Morris post-Bielema, adding ST coordinator responsibilities. Left this year to join fellow Morris assistant Jeff Traylor's first staff at UTSA as AHC/OC/QB. Arkansas native and alum. Not a huge name or resume, but a well regarded young guy who is connected to Bielema but also runs a more modern spread offense. UTSA was a much improved team this year, and very nearly upset BYU in Provo.
Derek Dooley is on the 2020 Giants staff with Bielema. Before that he was Mizzou's OC in 2018-19. Dynamite in 18 with Drew Lock, less so the second year and Barry Odom got fired. Former HC at La Tech and Tennessee of course.
I think that about does it in terms of college OC's with recent connections to Bielema.
I don't get this trend of "I hope former player x who has never ever coached" gets hired as a critical position coach. I love seeing Illini guys on the staff, but they need to get the job because they're talented coaches, not because they used to suit up.Hoping Bielema finds a spot for J Leman as LB'ers coach. As for current staff, I'd keep Lou around based on his success with Zook. Everyone else can go. I don't think Patterson brings anything, and Lig only looks good because they signed Blake Hayes. The fact we were having a backup kicker fair catch punts is enough reason to not bring him back. That should never happen given the fast small guys we had on the team like Cumby and others.
I missed one!Matt Canada was Bielema's last OC with Wisconsin, hired when Paul Chryst took the HC job at Pitt. He's QB coach of the Steelers right now, and was Maryland's interim HC after DJ Durkin got fired.
Jim Chaney was Bielema's first OC at Arkansas, and eventually left to be on Pat Narduzzi's first staff at Pitt. He's currently OC at Tennessee, though it sure sounds like they are trying to find a way to fire Jeremy Pruitt, so he could potentially be available. Tough to see how his offense would fit with IW but he's a great college OC.
Dan Enos was Bielema's OC for his last 3 Arkansas years. Left a HC gig at Central Michigan to take the job. Currently AHC/RB at Cincinnati. Good recruiter, well regarded, he'd be an obvious choice. If he's not in the picture then Bielema's really serious about changing his offense.
Barry Lunney Jr was Bielema's TE coach for his whole tenure at Arkansas, kept from the previous staff, and then retained under Chad Morris post-Bielema, adding ST coordinator responsibilities. Left this year to join fellow Morris assistant Jeff Traylor's first staff at UTSA as AHC/OC/QB. Arkansas native and alum. Not a huge name or resume, but a well regarded young guy who is connected to Bielema but also runs a more modern spread offense. UTSA was a much improved team this year, and very nearly upset BYU in Provo.
Derek Dooley is on the 2020 Giants staff with Bielema. Before that he was Mizzou's OC in 2018-19. Dynamite in 18 with Drew Lock, less so the second year and Barry Odom got fired. Former HC at La Tech and Tennessee of course.
I think that about does it in terms of college OC's with recent connections to Bielema.
When there is any question of who the playcaller is, you're in trouble. See Chris Beatty and Billy Gonzales (both very highly regarded coaches btw).the very concept of “co-coordinators on offense” bothers me .
Thx for the leg work on this.Matt Canada was Bielema's last OC with Wisconsin, hired when Paul Chryst took the HC job at Pitt. He's QB coach of the Steelers right now, and was Maryland's interim HC after DJ Durkin got fired.
Jim Chaney was Bielema's first OC at Arkansas, and eventually left to be on Pat Narduzzi's first staff at Pitt. He's currently OC at Tennessee, though it sure sounds like they are trying to find a way to fire Jeremy Pruitt, so he could potentially be available. Tough to see how his offense would fit with IW but he's a great college OC.
Dan Enos was Bielema's OC for his last 3 Arkansas years. Left a HC gig at Central Michigan to take the job. Currently AHC/RB at Cincinnati. Good recruiter, well regarded, he'd be an obvious choice. If he's not in the picture then Bielema's really serious about changing his offense.
Barry Lunney Jr was Bielema's TE coach for his whole tenure at Arkansas, kept from the previous staff, and then retained under Chad Morris post-Bielema, adding ST coordinator responsibilities. Left this year to join fellow Morris assistant Jeff Traylor's first staff at UTSA as AHC/OC/QB. Arkansas native and alum. Not a huge name or resume, but a well regarded young guy who is connected to Bielema but also runs a more modern spread offense. UTSA was a much improved team this year, and very nearly upset BYU in Provo.
Derek Dooley is on the 2020 Giants staff with Bielema. Before that he was Mizzou's OC in 2018-19. Dynamite in 18 with Drew Lock, less so the second year and Barry Odom got fired. Former HC at La Tech and Tennessee of course.
I think that about does it in terms of college OC's with recent connections to Bielema.
I don't mind it as far as getting salaries done, but in reality there needs to be one OC and one asst.the very concept of “co-coordinators on offense” bothers me .
Matt Canada was Bielema's last OC with Wisconsin, hired when Paul Chryst took the HC job at Pitt. He's QB coach of the Steelers right now, and was Maryland's interim HC after DJ Durkin got fired.
Jim Chaney was Bielema's first OC at Arkansas, and eventually left to be on Pat Narduzzi's first staff at Pitt. He's currently OC at Tennessee, though it sure sounds like they are trying to find a way to fire Jeremy Pruitt, so he could potentially be available. Tough to see how his offense would fit with IW but he's a great college OC.
Dan Enos was Bielema's OC for his last 3 Arkansas years. Left a HC gig at Central Michigan to take the job. Currently AHC/RB at Cincinnati. Good recruiter, well regarded, he'd be an obvious choice. If he's not in the picture then Bielema's really serious about changing his offense.
Barry Lunney Jr was Bielema's TE coach for his whole tenure at Arkansas, kept from the previous staff, and then retained under Chad Morris post-Bielema, adding ST coordinator responsibilities. Left this year to join fellow Morris assistant Jeff Traylor's first staff at UTSA as AHC/OC/QB. Arkansas native and alum. Not a huge name or resume, but a well regarded young guy who is connected to Bielema but also runs a more modern spread offense. UTSA was a much improved team this year, and very nearly upset BYU in Provo.
Derek Dooley is on the 2020 Giants staff with Bielema. Before that he was Mizzou's OC in 2018-19. Dynamite in 18 with Drew Lock, less so the second year and Barry Odom got fired. Former HC at La Tech and Tennessee of course.
I think that about does it in terms of college OC's with recent connections to Bielema.
Thanks for the research and the post gritty. Paints the picture of logical possibilities.Matt Canada was Bielema's last OC with Wisconsin, hired when Paul Chryst took the HC job at Pitt. He's QB coach of the Steelers right now, and was Maryland's interim HC after DJ Durkin got fired.
Jim Chaney was Bielema's first OC at Arkansas, and eventually left to be on Pat Narduzzi's first staff at Pitt. He's currently OC at Tennessee, though it sure sounds like they are trying to find a way to fire Jeremy Pruitt, so he could potentially be available. Tough to see how his offense would fit with IW but he's a great college OC.
Dan Enos was Bielema's OC for his last 3 Arkansas years. Left a HC gig at Central Michigan to take the job. Currently AHC/RB at Cincinnati. Good recruiter, well regarded, he'd be an obvious choice. If he's not in the picture then Bielema's really serious about changing his offense.
Barry Lunney Jr was Bielema's TE coach for his whole tenure at Arkansas, kept from the previous staff, and then retained under Chad Morris post-Bielema, adding ST coordinator responsibilities. Left this year to join fellow Morris assistant Jeff Traylor's first staff at UTSA as AHC/OC/QB. Arkansas native and alum. Not a huge name or resume, but a well regarded young guy who is connected to Bielema but also runs a more modern spread offense. UTSA was a much improved team this year, and very nearly upset BYU in Provo.
Derek Dooley is on the 2020 Giants staff with Bielema. Before that he was Mizzou's OC in 2018-19. Dynamite in 18 with Drew Lock, less so the second year and Barry Odom got fired. Former HC at La Tech and Tennessee of course.
I think that about does it in terms of college OC's with recent connections to Bielema.
J has chosen broadcasting and real estate as his professions....I'm assuming if he wanted to coach he's had plenty of time and chances to start down that path and hasn't done it.
I don't get this trend of "I hope former player x who has never ever coached" gets hired as a critical position coach. I love seeing Illini guys on the staff, but they need to get the job because they're talented coaches, not because they used to suit up.