Darren Rizzi makes first staff changes as interim head coach

iceshack149 · 11-20-2024, 12:43 PM

Originally Posted by mapcow

This fan is preferring to see how the rest of the season plays out before making any judgement of any kind towards Rizzi. What a golden opportunity for this man to make a name for himself.

Fair. The Browns and Falcons aren't awesome but it's nice to finally win. It does seem like this team would rather play for Rizzi than they would for Allen and I get it. Allen doesn't appear to inspire men.

jnormand · 11-20-2024, 04:07 PM

Originally Posted by iceshack149

Fair. The Browns and Falcons aren't awesome but it's nice to finally win. It does seem like this team would rather play for Rizzi than they would for Allen and I get it. Allen doesn't appear to inspire men.

I still have a hang over from how badly I was duped by that guy at the beginning of the season. Good riddance.

iceshack149 · 11-20-2024, 04:45 PM

Originally Posted by jnormand

I still have a hang over from how badly I was duped by that guy at the beginning of the season. Good riddance.

I'm a bit guilty as well. When the Saints shut out the Bucs 9-0 in December 2021, Allen was HC while Payton was out due to the worst pandemic the world had ever witnessed. I thought DA might be a good option to replace Payton when he quit in New Orleans.

With defensive coordinator Dennis Allen standing in for Payton, who missed the game after testing positive for COVID-19, the Saints stymied the NFL’s No. 1 passing and scoring offense and ended Brady’s streak of 255 consecutive starts (including playoff games) without being shut out.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401326551
I was wrong.

AsylumGuido · 11-24-2024, 08:23 AM

Check the bit about changing practice schedules to help prevent injuries.

After the organization parted ways with Dennis Allen, Rizzi was a natural choice for the interim role, especially considering he was a finalist for the head coaching job two years ago. While Sean Payton’s positive influence remains within the organization, Rizzi has introduced his own approach, which has been well-received by players. He has focused on building strong relationships with team leaders and veterans, reorganizing the locker room to enhance player cohesion, and adjusting practice schedules to reduce injuries. He believes in a high volume of reps with less intensity during practices that players, including Derek Carr, have appreciated. He’s also allowing players an extra hour of sleep, a simple yet effective adjustment. An assistant coach shared: “Everything has a purpose with Rizzi.”

One veteran player explained: “We were thirsty for change, and Rizzi is bringing it.” There’s his “1/11th” philosophy, with the staff encouraging each player to take responsibility for their specific role — a Jersey version of “Do Your Job.” Rizzi wants the full-time job, and if he continues to win, owner Gayle Benson won’t be able to ignore a coach inspiring her locker room.

AsylumGuido · 11-25-2024, 08:50 AM

11-20-2024, 12:43 PM	#1
iceshack149 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 4,404 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Darren Rizzi makes first staff changes as interim head coach Originally Posted by mapcow This fan is preferring to see how the rest of the season plays out before making any judgement of any kind towards Rizzi. What a golden opportunity for this man to make a name for himself. Fair. The Browns and Falcons aren't awesome but it's nice to finally win. It does seem like this team would rather play for Rizzi than they would for Allen and I get it. Allen doesn't appear to inspire men. jnormand likes this.

11-20-2024, 04:07 PM	#2
jnormand 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: The Free State of Idaho Posts: 5,758	Re: Darren Rizzi makes first staff changes as interim head coach Originally Posted by iceshack149 Fair. The Browns and Falcons aren't awesome but it's nice to finally win. It does seem like this team would rather play for Rizzi than they would for Allen and I get it. Allen doesn't appear to inspire men. I still have a hang over from how badly I was duped by that guy at the beginning of the season. Good riddance. iceshack149 likes this.

11-20-2024, 04:45 PM	#3
iceshack149 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 4,404 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Darren Rizzi makes first staff changes as interim head coach Originally Posted by jnormand I still have a hang over from how badly I was duped by that guy at the beginning of the season. Good riddance. I'm a bit guilty as well. When the Saints shut out the Bucs 9-0 in December 2021, Allen was HC while Payton was out due to the worst pandemic the world had ever witnessed. I thought DA might be a good option to replace Payton when he quit in New Orleans. With defensive coordinator Dennis Allen standing in for Payton, who missed the game after testing positive for COVID-19, the Saints stymied the NFL’s No. 1 passing and scoring offense and ended Brady’s streak of 255 consecutive starts (including playoff games) without being shut out. https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401326551 I was wrong.

11-24-2024, 08:23 AM	#4
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,622	Re: Darren Rizzi makes first staff changes as interim head coach Check the bit about changing practice schedules to help prevent injuries. Twitter After the organization parted ways with Dennis Allen, Rizzi was a natural choice for the interim role, especially considering he was a finalist for the head coaching job two years ago. While Sean Payton’s positive influence remains within the organization, Rizzi has introduced his own approach, which has been well-received by players. He has focused on building strong relationships with team leaders and veterans, reorganizing the locker room to enhance player cohesion, and adjusting practice schedules to reduce injuries. He believes in a high volume of reps with less intensity during practices that players, including Derek Carr, have appreciated. He’s also allowing players an extra hour of sleep, a simple yet effective adjustment. An assistant coach shared: “Everything has a purpose with Rizzi.” One veteran player explained: “We were thirsty for change, and Rizzi is bringing it.” There’s his “1/11th” philosophy, with the staff encouraging each player to take responsibility for their specific role — a Jersey version of “Do Your Job.” Rizzi wants the full-time job, and if he continues to win, owner Gayle Benson won’t be able to ignore a coach inspiring her locker room.
	“The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.” — Winston Churchill

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