Now this coaching carousel is like no other. Understandably, Vinny Del Negro doesn't come up when the NBA talks about desired coaches. He wasn't even a great player. What made the Bulls think he would be a great, if not good coach? However, this blog will not be about him. It will be more about Gar Foreman and the rest of the Bulls organization.
Right when the Bulls lost to the New Jersey Nets about a month ago, people knew Del Negro would be on the chopping block. Everyone knew that loss could, and probably will determine his future with the team. However, not a word was spoken from upper management. No one knew what they were doing. It took GM Foreman three weeks to come out and talk about the status of the team. To make things first, a couple of days before Foreman finally made a public appearance, the Bulls sent out a news release saying they want a new coach, yet don't have anyone in mind yet. What could did this do? Is that not the definition of throwing your coach under the bus? Yes, it is.
The GM and owners of any professional sports team need to be in sync with the rest of the organization, despite the how their season is going. Everyone needs to know what is going on within every department. That’s how it is with any business, being in sports or not. When you have constant communication and understanding with everyone, you have success. The Bulls need to learn this. If not, no matter whom the coach is, they won't be playing, but watching the postseason.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Chicago Sports - Bears 1A
I am sorry but there were new thoughts that came to mind today about the Bears. This needs to be said.
Today, as I was listening to 670 radio, I heard that the Bears FOUR offensive coordinators. Now, I completely agree that there needed to be some revamping of the team, but if they decided to fire four offensive decision makers, how is the coach not involved. He is the man that approves the system and the play calling. How is he not fired? It doesn't make sense. Jerry Angelo needs to make up his mind. If you are making some changes, might as well get rid of the whole system.
Yesterday, I failed to mention much about the most important part of any football team. A team's success is measured at the line of scrimmage. Anyone who watched the Bears this season knows the O line wasn't what is was supposed to be. Why haven't there been changes to the line? Why do they sign old guys just to make face? Hoe are they not looking around for big strong pros who know how to block?
How about the defensive line? I said yesterday that their defense is not what is used to be. Part of the reason is their pressure. There were games this season where QB's had all day to throw. Even Daunte Culpepper had enough time to Calvin Johnson in the last game of the year. They need some primetime pass rushers. Julius Peppers, even though he will be asking for a lot of money, should be in the conversation.
Changes need to be made; and not just on the sidelines.
Today, as I was listening to 670 radio, I heard that the Bears FOUR offensive coordinators. Now, I completely agree that there needed to be some revamping of the team, but if they decided to fire four offensive decision makers, how is the coach not involved. He is the man that approves the system and the play calling. How is he not fired? It doesn't make sense. Jerry Angelo needs to make up his mind. If you are making some changes, might as well get rid of the whole system.
Yesterday, I failed to mention much about the most important part of any football team. A team's success is measured at the line of scrimmage. Anyone who watched the Bears this season knows the O line wasn't what is was supposed to be. Why haven't there been changes to the line? Why do they sign old guys just to make face? Hoe are they not looking around for big strong pros who know how to block?
How about the defensive line? I said yesterday that their defense is not what is used to be. Part of the reason is their pressure. There were games this season where QB's had all day to throw. Even Daunte Culpepper had enough time to Calvin Johnson in the last game of the year. They need some primetime pass rushers. Julius Peppers, even though he will be asking for a lot of money, should be in the conversation.
Changes need to be made; and not just on the sidelines.
Chicago Sports - Bears
I want to take this week to go over the current state of every major Chicago sports team. By the end of it, I think we will all agree it is pretty depressing to be a Chicago sports fan right now.
Part 1 - Chicago Bears
Bears- First off, let's go over their coaching carousel. Lovie Smith, when they hired him, seemed like a good fit. He has a defensive mind set and the Bears are all about defense. However, how good has the D been the last two years. I'm not going to look it up, but I'm thinking they are in the lower half of the NFC. The other thing with Lovie that disappoints me is his passion. I don't think a coach who never shows emotion on the sideline has ever won a Superbowl. Even Dungy showed some passion at certain points in the game. But hey, at least Lovie is dedicated to his players ("Rex is our quarterback").
Now let's look at the actual team. First off, as much as any Bears wants to think it, Hester is NOT a NO. 1 receiver, and he never will be. The bears managed to take away the best part of his game (kick returning). Way to go coaches. Cutler was a disappointment this season. Almost challenging Brett Favre's interception record. Yet, one stat many fans probably don't know; Cutler has a career-high in TD passes this year. (It probably helped playing the Lions twice). Despite his record, he still led the team to a underachieving 7-9 record. I think two years ago, former Bears wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad said WR's go to Chicago to die. I agree, but maybe he meant QB's too.
Part 1 - Chicago Bears
Bears- First off, let's go over their coaching carousel. Lovie Smith, when they hired him, seemed like a good fit. He has a defensive mind set and the Bears are all about defense. However, how good has the D been the last two years. I'm not going to look it up, but I'm thinking they are in the lower half of the NFC. The other thing with Lovie that disappoints me is his passion. I don't think a coach who never shows emotion on the sideline has ever won a Superbowl. Even Dungy showed some passion at certain points in the game. But hey, at least Lovie is dedicated to his players ("Rex is our quarterback").
Now let's look at the actual team. First off, as much as any Bears wants to think it, Hester is NOT a NO. 1 receiver, and he never will be. The bears managed to take away the best part of his game (kick returning). Way to go coaches. Cutler was a disappointment this season. Almost challenging Brett Favre's interception record. Yet, one stat many fans probably don't know; Cutler has a career-high in TD passes this year. (It probably helped playing the Lions twice). Despite his record, he still led the team to a underachieving 7-9 record. I think two years ago, former Bears wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad said WR's go to Chicago to die. I agree, but maybe he meant QB's too.
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