Brady Hoke will be on Dan Patrick Show Tomorrow
So just a few minutes ago, Dan Patrick said Brady Hoke will be on his show tomorrow.
So this raises a few red flags for me, hoping some of you can make me feel better about this if possible.
WHY??????????????
Look, I get the UTL threats of boycotts and available tickets is an issue and you go on these shows to promote that game and try to drum up interest, business and ticket sales... It's even possible the goal is to try and plea to prevent any boycotts or pre-kick off things that would leave a large section of the stadium empty at kickoff.
But isn't this just throwing fuel to the fire?
I look at it as yes, it's nice the University isn't hiding... but no one is demanding Brady do national interviews at this point... that time has come and gone.
It's Dan's job to allow the interviewee a chance to talk about the real reason that person comes on, but 99% of this interview will be about Brady's Job, concussion issues... and shine yet another national spotlight on UM in a negative way.... AND IT WON'T BE THE STUDENTS/FANS DOING IT... This will be on DB/BH and UM.
There's no need for Brady to turn to a national audience and subject himself to this. There's no way Brady wins this discussion... NO WAY.
And don't get me wrong, I understand it's Dan's job to ask these questions and make that the focus... which is again why I question why Brady/Brandon whoever is approving it.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:19 AM ^
Just No.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:20 AM ^
Tell us, how do you really feel about this?
October 9th, 2014 at 11:21 AM ^
annoying and assholey guy on sportstalk radio. So there's that at least.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:24 AM ^
I was just going to post something similar to this. I'm sure that all the recent troubles will be discussed or hit on but I don't think Dan P. would attack or try to make Hoke look bad.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:55 AM ^
I never once said Dan would attack or go out of his way to do anything... I'm saying I fail to see how going on a national show and once again facing an interview about most things negative.. helps Brady or Michigan.
October 9th, 2014 at 6:59 PM ^
So you're saying they're potentially mishandling a situation? Shocking.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:28 AM ^
He was also sporting a rockin moustache. Can't wait to hear him try to get Brady to say some complete sentences.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:46 AM ^
ever have anything positive to say?
October 9th, 2014 at 11:58 AM ^
I will when basketball season starts.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:33 AM ^
Brady Hoke on the Dan Patrick Show!... What could go wrong!?!
October 9th, 2014 at 11:32 AM ^
We had a good week of practice. I like this team. We can still accomplish our goals. Support the kids.
Why would his answers be any different than at the weekly pressers?
October 9th, 2014 at 11:32 AM ^
Good guy -- met him at a tennis tournament a few years back near his hometown of Mason, Ohio, which is right by me.
Anyhoo...yeah, I agree with the thought that Hoke is NOT going to be raked through the coals in this interview, by any means.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:37 AM ^
It's not likely that he will press the concussion/hot seat matters. These radio show appearances are calculated and involve a great deal of PR discussions behind the scenes. There are always boundaries set and host are careful not to overstep them in order to maintatin the future relationship between with the school.
...Although our PR department hasn't exactly been sterling over the past few weeks, so maybe they're sending Hoke into a firestorm. Stay tuned, I suppose.
October 9th, 2014 at 1:04 PM ^
October 9th, 2014 at 6:57 PM ^
It's just not cool.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:38 AM ^
when he walks back to San Diego after the season is over.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:38 AM ^
October 9th, 2014 at 12:23 PM ^
October 9th, 2014 at 11:42 AM ^
I suppose I am missing something, but I don't quite understand why this really raises any flags as the OP mentions. I don't foresee a scenario where Patrick goes out of his way to ruthlessly grill Hoke on his position or make him come across as an idiot, if that's what the OP's fear is. I would imagine that if Hoke or the AD thought it would go that away, there wouldn't have been any approval on this one.
October 9th, 2014 at 4:24 PM ^
I can see the reason Brandon is putting Brady out there- he is nervous about the boycott and wants a media attack on it. Look at all the softball press questions by the media this week during the pressers that allowed easy slams. look at the student govt. statement (this week!). DB sending Brady out there to to save Brandon's job- this week has smelled like a PR campaign.
Nobody seems to be interested in intervewing ther boycotters and asking about what their views may be.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:48 AM ^
October 9th, 2014 at 12:24 PM ^
+1 for a reasonable comment
+1 for using the acronym DP
October 9th, 2014 at 11:51 AM ^
Shouldn't he be busy worrying about practice, hand clapping, and preparing to win on Saturday?
October 9th, 2014 at 12:00 PM ^
Coach Brandon is taking care of all that stuff.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:52 AM ^
I don't see where I wrote Dan would attack him... never wrote it...never believed he would...
What I'm saying is, the questions will be there and it's a headache that can be avoided... and there's no way Brady is able to sell the good of Michigan football over the bad right now.
October 9th, 2014 at 11:53 AM ^
"WellllllllllllLL Dan, I wouldn't say the seat is hot.... We have a good group of guys that believe in each other that practice hard, compete and stuff "- Hoke will say, probably
October 9th, 2014 at 12:52 PM ^
it was engulfed in flames and has disappeared.
October 9th, 2014 at 12:19 PM ^
Shortest interview ever
October 9th, 2014 at 12:51 PM ^
October 9th, 2014 at 12:56 PM ^
I feel like Patrick will take it easy on Hoke because he's boys with Rich Eisen?
October 9th, 2014 at 1:01 PM ^
Maybe he will embarrass himself more...
"Umm well uhhh hi Dan let's get my 115 sons uhh to uhh work hard and stuff beat Ohio"
October 9th, 2014 at 1:45 PM ^
What's the betting line on Brady's first word being "Well..."
October 9th, 2014 at 1:44 PM ^
If Hoke does the interview, it's "Why?" If he refuses the interview, he is a "coward" and the program "lacks transparency."
Brady Hoke is taking one for the team. He is "going down with the ship." And he will be rewarded with a very nice buyout.
October 9th, 2014 at 2:03 PM ^
Christ. I've said it before and I'll say it again...Hoke probably needs to be fired, and criticism is warranted...but can we keep it in the realm of reality please? He's still the head coach guys.
October 9th, 2014 at 4:45 PM ^
Dan Patrick is going to mention the following things in some form without fail:
1.Shane Morris and his concussion.
2. Does he feel he should keep is job/will he be fired.
If you don't know this, you don't listen to Dan Patrick. He WILL NOT throw softballs.
October 9th, 2014 at 5:26 PM ^
you will learn nothing new from the interview. Hoke may be trying to garner sympathy from Michigan alum not aware of the turmoil in Ann Arbor.
October 9th, 2014 at 6:56 PM ^
"Excuse me Dan, I have to take these headsets off." They're like second skin you know."
We have to do a better job of coaching. That's a point I can't emphasize enough. Yes, I think like you.................know we've got some young kids and we got to do a better job of coaching.....we've had some untimely issues. It's not a lack of effort. We really have to do a better job of coaching..... Yes, I'm looking forward to the opportunity to play in front of a 100K plus again. Did I say we have to do a better job of coaching?"October 9th, 2014 at 7:00 PM ^
Nothing to see here. Hoke will provide nothing of substance and will be repetitive with his comments.
I live in Philly and he reminds me a bit of Andy Reid and his pressers/interviews. I heard for 14 years how he and the other coaches need to do a better job, "it's on me", execution, blah, blah, blah.