Pros: He looks to be elite when it comes to coaching Dline and stopping the run. What he did with the dlines at NC State and the Saints is very impressive.

Cons: I'm nervous about his inexperience with managing an entire defense that includes the secondary. Especially coming off a season in which we were dead last (aka 127th out of 127 teams) in passing defense.

I don't know what to make of this. Could be a good hire, could be an absolute disaster just like last year. Neither would surprise me.

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Posted by Che Boludo

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Posted on 1/18/21 at 4:30 pm to Sponge

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Pros

His recruiting coordinator experience, prior CO-DC experience, and college experience all help.

But, he has a relationship back to working for Coach O at Ole Miss when things probably weren't that great, yet they want to work together again.

Trust and solid working relationships matter, too. It could be a very good hire in terms of chemistry.

Will be an interesting year in the SEC next year with all of the new coaches and staffs in year 1 and those entering their 2nd year.

Coach O is a great dude. He deserves success. I also like seeing him give chances to some younger guys and staying loyal to his former relationships.