Jaguars Request Permission To Interview Rob Chudzinski, According To Report
by Alfie Crow on Jan 2, 2012 1:00 PM EST
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PrintThe Jacksonville Jaguars are wasting no time lining up candidates to interview for their vacant head coaching position. Steve Reed of the Associated Press is reporting that the Jaguars have requested permission to interview Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski.
Sources say the Jacksonville Jaguars have contacted the Panthers about interviewing Rob Chudzinski.
— Steve Reed (@SteveReed_AP) January 2, 2012
The Panthers do not have to worry about a playoff game, so it's possible Chudzinski could interview as soon as sometime this week. While the Jaguars officially requested permission, teams have to allow assistant coaches to interview for head coaching positions, but the coach may decline the interview.
One interesting thing about Chudzinski is, he will know quite a bit about what he's getting into with quarterback Blaine Gabbert. The Panthers reportedly did extensive work on Gabbert pre-draft and essentially boiled down their pick to Gabbert or Newton, ultimately going Newton. Chudzinski was the offensive coordinator from some of the best Miami Hurricane's football teams from 2001-2003 and has time as both an offensive coordinator and tight ends coach in the NFL. He served as the tight ends coach for the Cleveland Browns in 2004 and in San Diego in 2005-2006, and in 2009-2010. In 2007-2008, Chudzinski was the offensive coordinator for the Cleveland Browns, a season that saw Derek Anderson throw for over 3,500 yards with 29 touchdowns and 19 interceptions
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I think Chudzinski would be a good hire.
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by JPQ! on Jan 2, 2012 1:02 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
Would be the best possible hire
Unless you can get cowher.
by caneman4 on Jan 2, 2012 1:05 PM EST via mobile reply actions
The only question would be if Tucker is willing to accept a non HC position
"Viva los Zapatistas y la Revolucion"
by montanajagsfan on Jan 2, 2012 1:09 PM EST up reply actions
If we ive him a raise and keep the play calling control
cant see why not unless another team comes calling
"I love lamp"
True, I think he likes it in Jacksonville and what he did with the defense would definitely warrant a pay raise. Th only other obstacle I could see would be if the new HC wanted his own guy for defense, but I think Gene will have a hand in choosing the DC and we know he likes Mel.
"Viva los Zapatistas y la Revolucion"
by montanajagsfan on Jan 2, 2012 1:20 PM EST up reply actions
Would he bring Shula with him? As OC maybe?
Take stock in your lives, but leave your livestock alone
it’s definitely a possibility since Shula has coached in Jacksonville before and they’re familiar with each other
"Viva los Zapatistas y la Revolucion"
by montanajagsfan on Jan 2, 2012 1:12 PM EST up reply actions
great idea and maybe Shula will want to come back
This would be exciting to get them here
by childintime12 on Jan 2, 2012 3:12 PM EST up reply actions
Im all for interviewing as many candidates as possible...
but I hope the Jags are keeping in mind that there are several other teams looking to fill their HC spot too. Lets not lose our guy to another team!
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I like what I see. It appears he likes TEs so he may love to come to Jacksonville and have Marcedes as a weapon. It could also maybe lead to a resurgence of Zach Miller…hopefully.
"Viva los Zapatistas y la Revolucion"
by montanajagsfan on Jan 2, 2012 1:29 PM EST up reply actions
Its wishful thinking
but I’m not holding my breath on Zach Miller…
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Does he have a resurgence of health?
Because thats what Miller needs..lol
by Sylvester.The.Jaguar.fan on Jan 2, 2012 2:49 PM EST up reply actions
Young, hungry, and a good offensive mind
I would be very happy with him.
Take stock in your lives, but leave your livestock alone
I think this whole offensive-minded vs defensive minded thing is getting completely out of control
when it comes down to it it’s the players who make offenses and defenses great. Do people really think Sean Payton runs a dynamic offense unless Brees is there to make it all work. Tony Dungy is considered a defensive guy but over the last decade the Colts were an offensive powerhouse and flat out pathetic on defense at times. I’m not trying to disregard coaching because they play a vital part. I’m just tired of listening to everyone say we need an offensive-minded coach. We need a HC who can lead our franchise whatever his background might be.
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by duuuvaaalll on Jan 2, 2012 1:50 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
Deja Vu
So, we are interested in an up and coming coach who has been a coordinator for the Panthers for only one year…
A little narrow minded?
Thats not fair to compare.
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was meant to be a joke
but obviously didn’t come out that way
then I apologize for the narrow minded comment
Take stock in your lives, but leave your livestock alone
He has had much more coaching experience than Del Rio had
Its really not even close to a comparable situation.
by Sylvester.The.Jaguar.fan on Jan 2, 2012 2:51 PM EST up reply actions
Del Rio wasnt that bad
Weaver just hung on 3 years too long. He should have been fired after 2008
by childintime12 on Jan 2, 2012 3:15 PM EST up reply actions
as far as the roster goes. FA go after cliff avril he is from jacksonville and a great up and coming DE and cortland finegan is from milton, flo if u dont draft a corner. also at WR get dwayne bowe or desean jackson. draft…. claiborne… in my opinion kirkapatrick. michael floyd. resign roth! and hopefully if were lucky grab demps from UF in the 3rd
I like Kirkpatric as top CB
He has injury concerns I guess but Claiborne wasnt that good when I seen him play.
by childintime12 on Jan 2, 2012 3:14 PM EST up reply actions
Chudzinski is my top chice
We need him then if not we need Mularkey. Shottenheimer is a good 3rd choice but thats just for backup. Mel Tucker has very slim chance but should remain DC. I think The Rams or Dolphins would be smart to go after Mel Tucker.
He is certainly a better option than Brian Schott
I will leave it at that.
"The dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. Hard work is the price we must pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you're willing to pay the price." -Vince Lombardi
I'm down with the Chud.
that said, what do you think the odds are Carolina doesn’t let him interview?
by BassPlaysDave on Jan 2, 2012 4:48 PM EST via iPhone app reply actions
You should take your time reading the article before you respond.
Especially the second sentence of the second paragraph.
Typically, they only way they would deny it is if it was a lateral move
I don’t think I have ever heard of a coach or a team denying someone the chance to be a HC
by Sylvester.The.Jaguar.fan on Jan 2, 2012 5:59 PM EST up reply actions
The Jags did that to Koetter lasts season
Thats why Koetter didnt try to win this year.
by childintime12 on Jan 2, 2012 6:22 PM EST up reply actions
When did they do that?
If your talking about the Denver situation, I believe they wanted him as OC, which would be a lateral move.
And talking about loyalty, giving up on every guy in the guy in the locker room because your upset, not very loyal.
by Sylvester.The.Jaguar.fan on Jan 2, 2012 10:34 PM EST up reply actions
Hold on guys
He did interview for the Denver job, and he was given permission to.
He was not allowed to interview for the Rams OC job, which would have been a lateral move.
Yes!
This is the guy I want. Knowledge of Gabbert is key and I like his resume.
Hire this man...
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