OUR team’s next head coach should be Bill Cowher. I mean why dream small, right? Owner Jeff Lurie said that he’s looking for a strategic thinker. One who understands the passion of Eagles fans, and who possesses emotional intelligence when dealing with those he expects top performance from. If this is the case, then the search should begin and end with former Steelers coach Bill Cowher.
Cowher proved his strategic mind as the Defensive Coordinator of a stifling Chiefs unit back in the early 90’s. I’m sure it didn’t hurt to have weapons like the late HOFer Derrick Thomas, Neil Smith, Albert Lewis, Kevin Ross, Deron Cherry and big ass NT Dan Saleamua. (Saleamua was a 300 pounder before it was all the rage.) It also didn’t hurt to have either Tony Dungy or Herman Edwards (I can’t recall which) on that staff.
As far as understanding the fan base here, Cowher actually played LB as an Eagle, so he knows what Philly can be like. In addition to that, he’s a PA native who made his fame coaching in Pittsburgh. So there can be no doubt about him understanding our passion, and he likely won’t wilt under its heat.
Emotional intelligence you say? The man’s players LOVED him. He was the proverbial coach that players would run through a brick wall for.
As a side note, Cowher’s background as a Special Teams Coordinator, could entice our current STC Dave Fipp to stick around. That means players like LB Byran Braman, FS Chris Maragos, and WR Seyi Ajirotutu would be well worth retaining. I remember the days of having one ST ace in former Eagle LB (turned local sportscaster) Ike Reese. I love the idea that we have three now. I’d love to retain them in meaningful roles.
I have no idea what it would take to land Cowher, but if it means we have to “pass the hat” down Broad Street, I’m all for it. I’m 100% in. What do you think?
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This would be a no brainer at this point. Lurie is running out of road. Beast you should get into coaching. Because being an x and o guy is easy but being intelligent is something you are born with. And you have a good comprehensive understanding of the game and the business side of football. I think a lot of football analysis leaves out the business aspect of the game. When you have watched the Eagles over the years certain business decisions become the norm. With Howie still entrenched, you are not going to pull the wool over Cowhers eyes. He is intelligent. Lurie will be making what i believe is a final choice to win a superbowl with him. It will truly be Luries last hurrah.
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Thank you for the complement but I would make a horrible coach since I’d insist on a a life away from work. While I know the chances of getting Cowher are almost nil, (without Kaye in his corner he might not want to bother), it doesn’t hurt anything for a fan to speak his wish aloud.
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Well Cowher would be the best choice but realistically can we get a hard nosed veteran to take the job. Any alternatives. Isnt Kiffin in new England ? That would be interesting. IDK. I think its more realistic. You have a list of what is possible. ? Mcdermott – Im not excited about that.
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I’d prefer a former player at this stage. I think there are some players on this roster who need to see toughness in their coach before they can exude it on the field. McDermott doesn’t make me think “tough” when I see him.
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Or is it Mcdaniel?
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You mean Josh McDaniels? No. No more Offensive guys. Offensive coaches like toys and too often breed soft teams. We’ve been soft for too long already. It’s time we had a hard-nosed defensive coach again.
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id take herm edwards maybe
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I agree on the soft part. I just think we wont get Cowher or Gruden. So I think Herm Edwards might be a nice fit. The guy has emotional intelligence. Whatever that is. A new Lurie smokescreen.
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AUSTIN a perfect fit.
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Austin?
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My kid is friends with his son. Detroit DC. He has a good resume. I think Eagles want to retain Shurmer and Billy Davis is history. Could make sense. IDK.
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