If SP gets fired who do we want to replace him?

burningmetal · 12-06-2016, 06:45 PM

It has been quite clear for some time that Sean will not be fired.

But for the sake of entertainment, I have what I believe to be a plausible scenario if he did get fired. Mike McCarthy... Not super exciting, but there are plenty of reasons why it could happen.

From what I understand, McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers are not exactly the best of friends. Rodgers (if the numerous rumors have any truth) apparently thinks that he is the man in Green Bay, and that Mike is just an idiot who gets in his way. IF that is true, coupled with the somewhat rough season they have had, I could see the Packers moving on from McCarthy.

If Payton got fired, I think McCarthy might even want to leave Green Bay to take the Saints job, if offered, if his relationship with Rodgers is that toxic. He has history here, Benson knows him, and he is a good offensive guy who'd undoubtedly love to have a guy like Brees if he were to move on from GB.

I'd view it as somewhat of a lateral move on our part, but it might be one of those things where both Payton and McCarthy need a change of scenery to re-energize. I don't see the Saints trying anyone without NFL head coaching experience, as long as Brees is here.

But again, Payton will not be going anywhere. I would not be surprised if McCarthy does leave or get fired, though.

RailBoss · 12-06-2016, 07:45 PM

Originally Posted by burningmetal

It has been quite clear for some time that Sean will not be fired.

But for the sake of entertainment, I have what I believe to be a plausible scenario if he did get fired. Mike McCarthy... Not super exciting, but there are plenty of reasons why it could happen.

From what I understand, McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers are not exactly the best of friends. Rodgers (if the numerous rumors have any truth) apparently thinks that he is the man in Green Bay, and that Mike is just an idiot who gets in his way. IF that is true, coupled with the somewhat rough season they have had, I could see the Packers moving on from McCarthy.

If Payton got fired, I think McCarthy might even want to leave Green Bay to take the Saints job, if offered, if his relationship with Rodgers is that toxic. He has history here, Benson knows him, and he is a good offensive guy who'd undoubtedly love to have a guy like Brees if he were to move on from GB.

I'd view it as somewhat of a lateral move on our part, but it might be one of those things where both Payton and McCarthy need a change of scenery to re-energize. I don't see the Saints trying anyone without NFL head coaching experience, as long as Brees is here.

But again, Payton will not be going anywhere. I would not be surprised if McCarthy does leave or get fired, though.

Interesting outlook on McCarthy.....No frostbite in New Orleans

neugey · 12-06-2016, 10:50 PM

Originally Posted by burningmetal

It has been quite clear for some time that Sean will not be fired.

But for the sake of entertainment, I have what I believe to be a plausible scenario if he did get fired. Mike McCarthy... Not super exciting, but there are plenty of reasons why it could happen.

From what I understand, McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers are not exactly the best of friends. Rodgers (if the numerous rumors have any truth) apparently thinks that he is the man in Green Bay, and that Mike is just an idiot who gets in his way. IF that is true, coupled with the somewhat rough season they have had, I could see the Packers moving on from McCarthy.

If Payton got fired, I think McCarthy might even want to leave Green Bay to take the Saints job, if offered, if his relationship with Rodgers is that toxic. He has history here, Benson knows him, and he is a good offensive guy who'd undoubtedly love to have a guy like Brees if he were to move on from GB.

I'd view it as somewhat of a lateral move on our part, but it might be one of those things where both Payton and McCarthy need a change of scenery to re-energize. I don't see the Saints trying anyone without NFL head coaching experience, as long as Brees is here.

But again, Payton will not be going anywhere. I would not be surprised if McCarthy does leave or get fired, though.

McCarthy has one of the same problems as Payton - he can't decide whether he wants to call the offensive plays or not!

burningmetal · 12-07-2016, 06:25 AM

Originally Posted by neugey

McCarthy has one of the same problems as Payton - he can't decide whether he wants to call the offensive plays or not!

I know. But it's something that I just see as a would-be possibility, if Payton got fired. I'm not enamored with McCarthy, but he's got a very similar resume to Sean, and if Payton got fired I think management would look to get someone similar to him. The logic would be giving McCarthy a fresh start here. That is what a lot of people think that Payton needs, because while we pile of offensive stats, the team always seems to be a mess. He seems too comfortable, letting all of his ole pals hang around despite their poor track record.

The thing is, Benson doesn't seem to care about any of that. He obviously feels indebted to this staff, so he just let's it go.

12-06-2016, 06:45 PM	#1
burningmetal 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 3,923 Blog Entries: 3	Re: If SP gets fired who do we want to replace him? It has been quite clear for some time that Sean will not be fired. But for the sake of entertainment, I have what I believe to be a plausible scenario if he did get fired. Mike McCarthy... Not super exciting, but there are plenty of reasons why it could happen. From what I understand, McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers are not exactly the best of friends. Rodgers (if the numerous rumors have any truth) apparently thinks that he is the man in Green Bay, and that Mike is just an idiot who gets in his way. IF that is true, coupled with the somewhat rough season they have had, I could see the Packers moving on from McCarthy. If Payton got fired, I think McCarthy might even want to leave Green Bay to take the Saints job, if offered, if his relationship with Rodgers is that toxic. He has history here, Benson knows him, and he is a good offensive guy who'd undoubtedly love to have a guy like Brees if he were to move on from GB. I'd view it as somewhat of a lateral move on our part, but it might be one of those things where both Payton and McCarthy need a change of scenery to re-energize. I don't see the Saints trying anyone without NFL head coaching experience, as long as Brees is here. But again, Payton will not be going anywhere. I would not be surprised if McCarthy does leave or get fired, though. RailBoss and Rugby Saint II like this.
	If I had a nickel for every time I heard that, the NFL would fine and suspend me.

12-06-2016, 07:45 PM	#2
RailBoss 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Of The Mason Dixon Line Posts: 7,113	Re: If SP gets fired who do we want to replace him? Originally Posted by burningmetal It has been quite clear for some time that Sean will not be fired. But for the sake of entertainment, I have what I believe to be a plausible scenario if he did get fired. Mike McCarthy... Not super exciting, but there are plenty of reasons why it could happen. From what I understand, McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers are not exactly the best of friends. Rodgers (if the numerous rumors have any truth) apparently thinks that he is the man in Green Bay, and that Mike is just an idiot who gets in his way. IF that is true, coupled with the somewhat rough season they have had, I could see the Packers moving on from McCarthy. If Payton got fired, I think McCarthy might even want to leave Green Bay to take the Saints job, if offered, if his relationship with Rodgers is that toxic. He has history here, Benson knows him, and he is a good offensive guy who'd undoubtedly love to have a guy like Brees if he were to move on from GB. I'd view it as somewhat of a lateral move on our part, but it might be one of those things where both Payton and McCarthy need a change of scenery to re-energize. I don't see the Saints trying anyone without NFL head coaching experience, as long as Brees is here. But again, Payton will not be going anywhere. I would not be surprised if McCarthy does leave or get fired, though. Interesting outlook on McCarthy.....No frostbite in New Orleans

12-06-2016, 10:50 PM	#3
neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,879 Blog Entries: 13	Re: If SP gets fired who do we want to replace him? Originally Posted by burningmetal It has been quite clear for some time that Sean will not be fired. But for the sake of entertainment, I have what I believe to be a plausible scenario if he did get fired. Mike McCarthy... Not super exciting, but there are plenty of reasons why it could happen. From what I understand, McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers are not exactly the best of friends. Rodgers (if the numerous rumors have any truth) apparently thinks that he is the man in Green Bay, and that Mike is just an idiot who gets in his way. IF that is true, coupled with the somewhat rough season they have had, I could see the Packers moving on from McCarthy. If Payton got fired, I think McCarthy might even want to leave Green Bay to take the Saints job, if offered, if his relationship with Rodgers is that toxic. He has history here, Benson knows him, and he is a good offensive guy who'd undoubtedly love to have a guy like Brees if he were to move on from GB. I'd view it as somewhat of a lateral move on our part, but it might be one of those things where both Payton and McCarthy need a change of scenery to re-energize. I don't see the Saints trying anyone without NFL head coaching experience, as long as Brees is here. But again, Payton will not be going anywhere. I would not be surprised if McCarthy does leave or get fired, though. McCarthy has one of the same problems as Payton - he can't decide whether he wants to call the offensive plays or not!

12-07-2016, 06:25 AM	#4
burningmetal 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 3,923 Blog Entries: 3	Re: If SP gets fired who do we want to replace him? Originally Posted by neugey McCarthy has one of the same problems as Payton - he can't decide whether he wants to call the offensive plays or not! I know. But it's something that I just see as a would-be possibility, if Payton got fired. I'm not enamored with McCarthy, but he's got a very similar resume to Sean, and if Payton got fired I think management would look to get someone similar to him. The logic would be giving McCarthy a fresh start here. That is what a lot of people think that Payton needs, because while we pile of offensive stats, the team always seems to be a mess. He seems too comfortable, letting all of his ole pals hang around despite their poor track record. The thing is, Benson doesn't seem to care about any of that. He obviously feels indebted to this staff, so he just let's it go.
	If I had a nickel for every time I heard that, the NFL would fine and suspend me.

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