The Search Begins

[j_h_smith]

We need an old school head coach to get this team to operate as a team, rather than a collection of talented individuals. Marty would fill the bill, but I would like to suggest Dennis Green as the next head coach of the Baltimore Ravens.

I've been saying that since Monday at 3:00 pm when the news broke. I really feel this is a great choice.

[fdmstng99]

One name I heard today that really intrigued me is Jim Caldwell, Tony Dungy's Asst. Head Coach and QB Coach. I rather like the idea of getting someone from the "Dungy Tree".

I wouldn't mind him being our HC but he's the replacement for whenever Dungy retires which could be after every season. Its always rumored that Dungy is retiring after every season and Jim Caldwell is going to replace him. If you were Jim Caldwell where would you want to be a HC, in Indy with Manning or in Baltimore with our "quarterbacks"?

[Calculon]

Jim Schwartz is in his 6th year as Defensive Coordinator of the Titans.

Prior to joining the Titans, Schwartz spent three years as an assistant/quality control coach with the Baltimore Ravens. While in Baltimore, Schwartz also coached the Ravens' outside linebackers. Prior to the Browns moving to Baltimore, he spent three years in the Cleveland Browns' personnel department, serving as both a college and pro scout. He also assisted the defensive coaching staff with film breakdowns and scouting reports. Schwartz began his coaching career as a graduate assistant coach at the University of Maryland, tutoring the Terrapins' linebackers from 1989-90.

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A native of Baltimore, Md. (6/2/66), Schwartz was a four-year letterman at linebacker for the Hoyas of Georgetown University, where he earned his degree in Economics. He also received Distinguished Economics Graduate honors at Georgetown and earned numerous honors in 1988, including Division III CoSIDA/GTE Academic All-America, All-America, and team captain.

He's worked with some of the best coaches in the game (Belichick, Fisher). What do you think of hiring him as HC?

[PuppyPuncher]

I've read on a couple of sites that the Ravens have requested an interview with Jason Garrett. Imagine that, a team with offensive problems talking to an offensive coordinator. I would love to see Todd Heap get back to the Pro Bowl with Garrett's system.

[RvnInPa]

I've read on a couple of sites that the Ravens have requested an interview with Jason Garrett. Imagine that, a team with offensive problems talking to an offensive coordinator. I would love to see Todd Heap get back to the Pro Bowl with Garrett's system.

Billick had success in Minny with Cunnigham, Smith, Moss and Carter....as is Garrett with Romo, Owens, Witten and Barber/Jones....but just like Billick, Garrett's offense more then likely won't work here with the horses he would have too work with, other then a "HEALTHY" Heap and McGahee who do we have?

[RvnInPa]

Jim Schwartz is in his 6th year as Defensive Coordinator of the Titans.

Prior to joining the Titans, Schwartz spent three years as an assistant/quality control coach with the Baltimore Ravens. While in Baltimore, Schwartz also coached the Ravens' outside linebackers. Prior to the Browns moving to Baltimore, he spent three years in the Cleveland Browns' personnel department, serving as both a college and pro scout. He also assisted the defensive coaching staff with film breakdowns and scouting reports. Schwartz began his coaching career as a graduate assistant coach at the University of Maryland, tutoring the Terrapins' linebackers from 1989-90.

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A native of Baltimore, Md. (6/2/66), Schwartz was a four-year letterman at linebacker for the Hoyas of Georgetown University, where he earned his degree in Economics. He also received Distinguished Economics Graduate honors at Georgetown and earned numerous honors in 1988, including Division III CoSIDA/GTE Academic All-America, All-America, and team captain.

He's worked with some of the best coaches in the game (Belichick, Fisher). What do you think of hiring him as HC?

I know his named has been mentioned as a candidate for possible vacanies before, haven't heard his named mentioned as of yet for the Ravens gig though, but I'm sure that if Ownership was correct in saying that they are going to take their time searching for a replacement that he would be given at least a interview.....

candidates I'd like to get an interview are:

Singletary

Riveria

Caldwell

Ryan

Chow

Ferentz (but being a College coach I'm not to sold on)

[Guest 410finest]

I think the best person for the job should have experience but it

[RvnInPa]

I say hire Bill, Start Troy and bring in Mcnabb for support and wisdom for the young QB. We might want to get us some better receivers too and oh yeah get rid of Boller

Bill (I guess you mean Cowher?) and I can trust you, no matter how good Smith may or may not of looked in his 2 starts, there is no way in the world a new HC (even more so if he's a 1st time HC in the NFL) is going to start a unproven guy with 2 starts under his belt over a quality starting QB in Donovan McNabb....no way shape or form will that be done...but who cares anyways, McNabb will be in Philly next season as their starter imo

[fdmstng99]

I know his named has been mentioned as a candidate for possible vacanies before, haven't heard his named mentioned as of yet for the Ravens gig though, but I'm sure that if Ownership was correct in saying that they are going to take their time searching for a replacement that he would be given at least a interview.....

candidates I'd like to get an interview are:

Singletary

Riveria

Caldwell

Ryan

Chow

Ferentz (but being a College coach I'm not to sold on)

There are so many quality guys out there right now that can be coaches in the NFL. I just glad that I don't have to pick one. There are about 4 or 5 guys I really like to see get the Ravens HCing job.

[Raven07]

and lets not forget about the other Possible Coaching options that we have not mentioned or who's names havent been brought up as much as those listed..........Marty is still out there and some others, whom know what it takes and know how to run a team, they just need the right team in order to do so.

[Bazard]

Who ever the ravens choose to be head coach they need to take the steelers approach and get a young head coach the steelers got all of their head coaches in their 30's we need to do the same. Not just a young guy but a guy with a great football mind. Having a young coach will be essential because it will be easier for him to adapt to change as the league changes during his tenure. But he has to have a strong personality like a Cowher, Marty, or Parcells due to the type of players we have if not he will get walked all over by his players.

[Raven07]

i dont think the age factor will have any efhe fect on whom they choose, just as long as the Team is getting the results they/we need

[Conrad The Crazed]

Gentlemen...there is one spectacularly fitted choice to work with our team and the way its currently built, with the difference of a proven track record.

That man is MARTY SCHOTTENHEIMER. Say what you will about his post-season problems, but the simple fact is the mans overall record is impressive. More importantly, he NEVER had the kind of defense our team can provide him. Sure, Marty has taken some knocks over 'Martyball'....but think my friends...was there ever a team more suited to a hybrid version of his system than ours?

Lets not get lost in more Billick-style clones like Mike Martz, or heaven forbid Dennis Green!? If Marty is a no-go, then Rex Ryan should get the opportunity, assuming he is willing to fill the role of HC. Basically the preferred candidate list would go something like this:

1. Marty Schottenheimer

2. Rex Ryan

3. Jason Garrett (good luck outbidding Jerry Jones)

The Chin is too busy enjoying his new studio gig to ever coach a former division rival. Besides, he's likely waiting for a MASSIVE offer from the Redskins, Giants, Falcons or Panthers. Lets also not forget that The Tuna may opt to give Cam Cameron his walking papers, opening another option for Cowher?

GO RAVENS!!

MARTY SCHOTTENHEIMER, HEAD COACH, BALTIMORE RAVENS "WE'RE ON A freaking' ROLL!!"

[PuppyPuncher]

Billick had success in Minny with Cunnigham, Smith, Moss and Carter....as is Garrett with Romo, Owens, Witten and Barber/Jones....but just like Billick, Garrett's offense more then likely won't work here with the horses he would have too work with, other then a "HEALTHY" Heap and McGahee who do we have?

He also was able to develop Romo into a top tier QB. And is a great play caller with a balanced offense.

I don't want Marty. You have to win a playoff game to get to the Super Bowl.

[theravensman]

I am of the opinion that we should promote from within. How about giving Ryan the job and getting his brother from the Raiders out to take over the defensive duties.

Lets wait and see boys and girls....

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Forever Purple

[stan]

Give me a break!! How long has Singletary been in coachiing. He hasn't even had time to succeed OR fail. Give me a coach that has built something not one that came in after the fact and succeeded with someone elses talent. I want a coach that knows talent AND knows how to use it.

[smashmouth]

I am of the opinion that we should promote from within. How about giving Ryan the job and getting his brother from the Raiders out to take over the defensive duties.

Lets wait and see boys and girls....

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Forever Purple

I heard that Rob Ryan would prolly get the boot from otown, trust me if Rex gets B-more's HC job we will prolly see his brother as the Dcord!!

[72Marshall]

If Marty is hired I think it's a sure bet that the Ravens are going for a two year run to make the superbowl, if they don't make they'll blow the team up and start over, coach included. If they hire someone younger with experience like Cowher I think it's an indication that they believe they have an overall good team and can be competitive for a long time. If they hire someone young with very little experience like Jason Garrett I think it's an indication that they don't believe they have a nucleus for a good team and the rebuilding starts immediately.

[theravensman]

If Marty is hired I think it's a sure bet that the Ravens are going for a two year run to make the superbowl, if they don't make they'll blow the team up and start over, coach included. If they hire someone younger with experience like Cowher I think it's an indication that they believe they have an overall good team and can be competitive for a long time. If they hire someone young with very little experience like Jason Garrett I think it's an indication that they don't believe they have a nucleus for a good team and the rebuilding starts immediately.

It would be great to get Marty in town....Our Running Backs would be stoked as well, however, we've done this thing where we get offensive powerhouses in house to straighten up the offense, (Billick) and we blow it. I think its all about who will fit in the program the best.

Lets see.

[#1 D]

Seriously, we should really get Josh Mcdaniels, OC of the Patriots, to coach here in Baltimore...great offensive mind. IF not him then why not Jason Garrett, Cowboy's OC? I mean if we get an HC thats an OC, then we should see some success....OK, so billick didnt do so good, but what makes you think that these ppl wouldnt do good?

[stan]

Seriously, we should really get Josh Mcdaniels, OC of the Patriots, to coach here in Baltimore...great offensive mind. IF not him then why not Jason Garrett, Cowboy's OC? I mean if we get an HC thats an OC, then we should see some success....OK, so billick didnt do so good, but what makes you think that these ppl wouldnt do good?

Have you seen what a lousey job Charlie Weis has done at Notre Dame. Josh, just like Charlie did, has benifited from an excellent tallent pool in NE. He never built anything.

[MDmid14]

Alright I know we all have our own opinions on this situation and this is just mine. I attend or watch every game and I share these views with a good amount of others so let me know what you think.

This team needs a revamp, especially in our offense (thats obvious) and Brian just could not deliver. I want to go with a young and experienced guy who will be able to demand respect from our team of highly talented stars that were probably given more freedom then they deserved. Granted some of our players injuries were severe and demanded rest, but others just seemed to throw in the towel without giving it a go (hem, hem Ray Lewis just tape that up) or not being punished fro ergregious penalties (Anyone see Rodney Harrsion get the pine after running his mouth in the Giants game. I know our season was over early but you would still like to see our stars giving it their all for the people who come out every week to watch them and our coaches punishing them accordingly for not holding their own. Also, we need to do all we can to keep Rex on as defensive coordinator, NOT head coach. But I digress so like I said above we need someone young, with experience, and well respected, tada we have Josh McDnaiels. As much as I hate the Patriots, you have to admit they are well coached. Anybody who developed in the Patriot system will know how to win even if Tom Brady isn't thowing the passes. We could even go as far as Jason Garrett from the cowboys who has a year with great results and a great teacher.

Thats just me though.

[ragnorok99]

Seriously, we should really get Josh Mcdaniels, OC of the Patriots, to coach here in Baltimore...great offensive mind. IF not him then why not Jason Garrett, Cowboy's OC? I mean if we get an HC thats an OC, then we should see some success....OK, so billick didnt do so good, but what makes you think that these ppl wouldnt do good?

I think McDaniels is too inexperienced to handle some of the egos on this team.

Besides, young coordinator, record-setting Randy Moss offense...pretty sure the Ravens just fired that guy

[#1 D]

Have you seen what a lousey job Charlie Weis has done at Notre Dame. Josh, just like Charlie did, has benifited from an excellent tallent pool in NE. He never built anything.

Good point...maybe its just the offensive talent that makes him look good...never really thought of it that way

[#1 D]

But for the safe pick, the pick which obviously the players would love to have, we should make Rex Ryan head coach and make Mike Singletary our new DC. I wouldnt mind that.

[stan]

Is my recommendation for Dennis Green that far outside the box that no one else thinks he'd be a good choice?

I'm with you all the way and have been the Green Machine ever since posting on to these threads.

Green Machine!

Green Machine!

Green Machine!

[stan]

Is there anyone else who shares my enthusiasm for Dennis Green? I've said it before and I will say it again. Denny Green has only one rival in the NFL and that's Bill Bellicheck. Dennis Green has won titles while having to endure one of the lowest player salary figures in the nfl. If Steve Bischotti wants his mnoey to be well spent then The Green Machine is the answer.

Oh and by the way, he did indeed know who they were and nobody dared crowned them.

[#1 D]

Is there anyone else who shares my enthusiasm for Dennis Green? I've said it before and I will say it again. Denny Green has only one rival in the NFL and that's Bill Bellicheck. Dennis Green has won titles while having to endure one of the lowest player salary figures in the nfl. If Steve Bischotti wants his mnoey to be well spent then The Green Machine is the answer.

Oh and by the way, he did indeed know who they were and nobody dared crowned them.

Hey, I wouldn't mind having him, but he's not even on "the list."

[j_h_smith]

Seriously, we should really get Josh Mcdaniels, OC of the Patriots, to coach here in Baltimore...great offensive mind. IF not him then why not Jason Garrett, Cowboy's OC? I mean if we get an HC thats an OC, then we should see some success....OK, so billick didnt do so good, but what makes you think that these ppl wouldnt do good?

I think we need someone that would not be intimidated by an older, veteran team. I think these younger OC's could be a good coach in time, but I don't think they are what we need right now.

[#1 D]

I think we need someone that would not be intimidated by an older, veteran team. I think these younger OC's could be a good coach in time, but I don't think they are what we need right now.

Yeah, true....if he doesnt really seem a fit, maybe Rex will do some thing...I mean he was a candidate for coaching the Chargers, I think he could lead the team to success here, and considering how much the players love rex.