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this is a discussion within the Saints Community Forum; Looking at what has happenend since the end of last season, I get the feeling something has changed. Since I'm not in the "loop" all I can do is speculate. But, there's little doubt in my mind that "someone" else ...
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03-17-2005, 12:05 PM | #1 |
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Haslett calling the shots?
Looking at what has happenend since the end of last season, I get the feeling something has changed. Since I'm not in the "loop" all I can do is speculate. But, there's little doubt in my mind that "someone" else is calling the shots.
Consider this: 1. Tebucky is cut. 2. McCarthy is gone. 3. New defensive coach. 4. Riley gone. 5. Dwight Smith signed in FA. 6. The Saints trying to sign a PROVEN LB. Does that sound like the regime that we all know? Not to me. Looking back, I think Haslett is the one most responsible for the changes. Haslett changed the defense over the last4 games. Haslett told Benson how the cow eats corn. Haslett let it be known he didn't care for Mickey Loomis. I really believe Haslett is putting his stamp on this team. Anyone have any thoughts on this? |
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03-17-2005, 12:19 PM | #2 |
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I posted this before but :
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03-17-2005, 12:22 PM | #3 |
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Thanks whodi. I\'ve read that before. But, I still think \"something\" has changed.
My \"gut\" feeling is that Haslett has more control this year. Maybe not. But \"something\" is different. |
03-17-2005, 12:25 PM | #4 |
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Very good point Gumbo. I don\'t know, but do you guys think if Haz is running things now, is it good thing or a thing? It always bothered me that Haz used to be a defensive guy, but the team never seemed to take a really defensive approach. You may be right, but why would Haz keep Venturi around if he wanted a decent defense? Ofcourse, hiring the \"defensive assistant\" was kind of an odd move too. Maybe he dosen\'t believe in Venturi anymore.
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03-17-2005, 02:08 PM | #5 |
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Changes seem to be made that look like a step in the right direction. An article comes out saying that Haslett has less control and someone else is calling the shots.
Billy suggests that all that other stuff is BS and that it\'s really Haslett that\'s making the difference. Shocker. Sure Billy, after having his team referred to as high schoolers by the owner mid-season, huge amounts of speculation about his job security, and a fourth straight average (underacheiving) season, Haslett marched right into Benson\'s office and told him exactly how things were gonna be around there. Benson, clearly a guy scared to take a stand (as witnessed by the negotiations with the state), bent to Haslett\'s will. :casstet: |
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03-18-2005, 12:39 AM | #6 |
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As long as it betters the team i could care less, but Haz prolly does have more control!!
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03-18-2005, 07:06 AM | #7 |
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whodat...blunt..but very true.....I don\'t think Haz was getting it done and was threatened by Benson......thus...sudden change.......I LOVE IT......
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03-18-2005, 09:29 AM | #8 |
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Lets not kid anyone here... the \"defensive assistant\" isn\'t an assistant. He doesn\'t answer to Venturi. This guy is in charge of the \"defensive game planning\".
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03-18-2005, 12:36 PM | #9 |
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Well .. what was reported was that Haslett told Benson he wasn\'t going to fire any of his assistants and if that\'s what Benson wanted then Haslett said he would resign or Benson could fire him.
Benson said what Haslett said really made quite an impression on him and that\'s why he decided to give Haslett a contract extension. Now, that\'s what was reported. Some of you can specutlate. And that\'s all I\'m doing. I\'m just basing my opinion on what went down right after the season was over. |
03-18-2005, 01:23 PM | #10 |
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Rita 08 , I like that ...... I can see it now : Laying around after an all day lovefest , Rita we are out of beer mugs , can I trade Brooks to the Bengals for a set ?? Sure 08 , Damn the Bengals countered and are only offering one , but we can share . O.K. |