the just released schedules were a flat-out statement that the B10 doesn't believe SOS will matter in playoff selection
Who do we get to replace Jerry Montgomery?
Both Hoke and Mattison oversee the D-Line. We'll be fine with whoever we get, and I doubt Brandon will have an issue opening up his pocketbooks to get the best.
I hope we go after some NFL talent or someone with southern ties. Someone who is a recruiting guru.
It's been a lot. Its been a roller coaster that for some reason seemed like it would never get good. But you know what? We kept fighting. It's like that old saying goes, "Those Who Stay Will Be Champions." -David Molk
He didn't pay Montgomery so why would he pay someone else more?
If I tell you it's Easter, you better start looking for eggs.
Some folks call it a sling blade, I call it a kaiser blade.
That's what I think too. Add an amzing recruiter to the already stellar coaching staff and we'll be set.
903 wins most in college football
Dick Bumpas or Chris Kiffin would be nice. It would cost us, but it'd be worth it. I guess Tosh would also be a stellar haul as a recruiter, if we could find a way to keep him.
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Jim Tressel.
You're HIV-Aladeen.
Doesn't Mattison have his roots as a DLine coach, in addition to Hoke? Do you have any insight on why Montgomery left UM for OU? More money, allegiance to Stoops, proximity to beaches (I kid)... I was just curious on why he would leave UM when they are on the up...
Behind enemy lines, but I come unarmed...
It's been reported that Michigan countered with a "competitive package", so doesn't sound like it was money. Even though they both went to Iowa, they didn't overlap so not clear there would be some sort of allegiance there. Must have felt it was a better opportunity for him. With both Hoke and Mattison as DL coaches it's always possible he felt like he didn't have complete autonomy, too, but that's speculation on my part.
With Hoke and Mattison both D-Line guys and personally coaching the D-Line as well, I think Montgomery just wanted to go somewhere where he could have more authority. Can't say I blame him.
It's been a lot. Its been a roller coaster that for some reason seemed like it would never get good. But you know what? We kept fighting. It's like that old saying goes, "Those Who Stay Will Be Champions." -David Molk
Looks like Mattison is the new Defensive End coach per twitter. Btw thats Andrew Williams who is a top 100 player to Rivals
Just talked to coach Hope and the new DE coach! Coach Mattison! #Michigan
— Andrew Williams (@DrewWill_79) February 23, 2013
Hopefully he doesn't mean Danny Hope.
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We hired Danny Hope? Is his stache also coming to Ann Arbor?
If Hoke decides to hire a new dline coach is Ted Gill out of the question? He needs a job, has ties with Hoke at Ball st, has coached some pretty good d lines at MSU. Only knock people could say is MSU fired him but Mark is a genius, said no one ever.
Based on Hoke's track record with staff decisions, I am confident that he will make an excellent hire.
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Glen Steele anyone?
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I knew Glen Steele in college. He was a terrific player and would probably make an effective coach, but he doesn't have the personality of a born recruiter. Plus, I don't really know what he's up to these days. So, whether he is a plausible candidate kind of depends on what you want out of a new hire.
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Van Bergen? He's got the personality and energy to be a great recruiter, a love for Michigan, and I don't think he's currently on an NFL roster. Hell, as long as I'm throwing darts at a dartboard while blindfolded, why not Kovacs?..or Roundtree?
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Maybe after a few years in the NFL. From my understanding Van Bergen is committed to making a run at the pros for as long as he can.
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seems a more typical route to coaching staff.
(ohio did well with moving fickel through the ranks from ga to dc and vrabel went directly to coaching staff from nfl)
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My name is Charles Woodson would you like to see my hardware?
all of the recruits who "look up to CW" or want to "play like CW" would commit on the spot
3-3-5 til the day I die y'all
If he doesn't get drafted, I'm recommending Denard he can coach being awesome.
"The goal, the expectation of this program is the Big Ten Championship"
I know we all hate rumors but I heard that................
If at first you don't succeed, skydiving isn't for you.
Tony Gibson.
"I love him, he's a great coach, he's a great mentor, he's a great friend. He's every single thing you want a college coach to be, and he does it flawlessly." -David Molk
The answer is obvious: Lloyd Brady.
"But in the tire fire that was last year's secondary he showed a little spark." - Brian Cook
If I recall correctly before the hiring of Montgomery was announced, Brian's ideal candidate was Beyonce.
Does anyone know how this has affected Bryan Mone? Would think it might discourage him some possibly.
As for who we are going to hire next.. I think it's going to be another linebacker coach specifically for the strongside. If the indications of Mattison moving down to the D-line with Hoke are true then it only makes sense. Can't wait to find out who it will be and hopefully they can find someone quickly.
Shoelaces flapping in the wind!
Right after posting the bryan mone question I had a guy close to the situation tell me that the Montgomery to Oklahomawill not be effecting Bryan at all and he is committed to The University of Michigan til' the end!!!!
Very good news
Shoelaces flapping in the wind!
She can teach the DL how to use their hands.
Keep the faith
A natural fit.
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We need someone asap. Huge recruiting weekend and we need to make a splash to keep all the top targets interested. I know Coach Hoke and Mattison are still holding their own but we need a younger guy like Montgomery who can relate just a little bit better. No matter what this is Michigan and that will sell itself.
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What's Hoke's brother up to now?
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-Rod Serling
Let's hire away newly hired DL sparty coach Ron Burton... Nah, what the heck was I thinking.
Do you bleed blue?
He was at Air Force. Had a rep as a decent technician but was not know for being involved in recruiting. Also was a holdover from DeBerry's staff, I'm not exactly shaking in fear over this hire by MSU.
Chaos is found in greatest abundance wherever order is being sought. It always defeats order because it is better organized.
recruiting is always a key part of the job.
mattison remains a great recruiter but men in their 60s may have limited stamina and patience for pursuing the commitment of 15-18 year old boys.
hoke and mattison have the d-line technique, teaching and motivation under control.
pbmd
I for one would be in favor of seeing Jim Herrmann comeback as a linebacker coach and having Mattison mover to DL coach. Just think about the attention Michigan will get from recruits with 2 former NFL coaches.



I think the bigger barrier to bringing back Soup is, then what do you do with Hecklinski? You can't move him to running backs, obviously. O-Line has Funk. Hecklinski has been a QB coach in the past, but I don't get the sense that Borges would be interested in letting someone else coach his QBs. Otherwise you could put Hecklinski on Tight Ends and make Ferrigno special teams only, which might be a good way to go,
Still, it seems preferable to just hire another defensive coach.
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