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Brian Schottenheimer and Matt Eberflus have proven they simply don't have what it takes to push these Cowboys players and get them to consistently improve and perform so much better. Schottenheimer and Eberflus are horrible at making personnel decisions, running poor schemes and calling bad plays. Don't need to see them another year to know what they are: very bad coaches who will not get better at everything coaching.
The Dallas Cowboys need coaches who can push the players, make them study, think, process, perform & improve week by week. Someone like Jon Gruden and Todd Bowles would be a great fit, plus they would definitely make this team on offense, defense and special teams much better right away.
Jon Gruden:
Jon Gruden is widely considered a master of offense, particularly in developing quarterbacks and crafting complex West Coast schemes, but his Super Bowl win with Tampa Bay relied heavily on an elite defense, and his later Raiders tenure showed inconsistent offensive results despite his expertise, highlighting his genius for QB development and scheme over consistent overall offensive power.
Offensive Prowess:
QB Development: Gruden is famous for his ability to work with and improve quarterbacks, turning journeymen like Rich Gannon into successful leaders and giving QBs "the keys to run his offense".
Scheme: He's known for elaborate offensive systems, using various formations, motions, and personnel groupings, challenging quarterbacks daily with detailed execution, notes the New York Times and Forbes. This would greatly help Dak. Dak needs to be challenged to help him improve.
Super Bowl Offense: In Gruden's Super Bowl win, while the offense wasn't always dominant, it excelled in the playoffs, especially in the red zone, tweaking the system for big games, according to ESPN.
Todd Bowles:
Yes, Todd Bowles is widely regarded as a defensive mastermind and master coach, known for his complex, blitz-heavy schemes, incredible in-game adjustments (like shutting down the Chiefs in Super Bowl LV), and transforming units into top NFL performers, though his head coaching success has seen mixed results, highlighting his defensive prowess over overall HC skills at times.
Evidence of His Defensive Mastery:
Bowles' Defensive Philosophy
Versatility is Key: Bowles emphasizes being adaptable, stating he's coached half his career in 3-4 and half in 4-3, adjusting based on the players he has.
Aggressive & Attacking: His defenses are known for constant pressure, blitzing, and creating turnovers, often utilizing creative looks to overwhelm offenses.
Personnel-Driven: He builds his schemes around his players' strengths, focusing on speed, athleticism, and interior penetration.
3-4 vs. 4-3
Master of Both: While he's comfortable in either base, his time with the Buccaneers solidified his reputation for molding defenses, often appearing as a 3-4 but with 4-3 principles.
3-4 Innovation: He excels at making the 3-4 work by using quick defensive linemen (like Vita Vea) and athletic linebackers (like Devin White, Lavonte David) to generate pressure from the interior.
In Summary: Todd Bowles isn't strictly a 3-4 or 4-3 master; he's a defensive strategist who masterfully adapts, but his most iconic work involves using the 3-4 base to unleash aggressive, unpredictable attacks
What say you?
Brian Schottenheimer and Matt Eberflus have proven they simply don't have what it takes to push these Cowboys players and get them to consistently improve and perform so much better. Schottenheimer and Eberflus are horrible at making personnel decisions, running poor schemes and calling bad plays. Don't need to see them another year to know what they are: very bad coaches who will not get better at everything coaching.
The Dallas Cowboys need coaches who can push the players, make them study, think, process, perform & improve week by week. Someone like Jon Gruden and Todd Bowles would be a great fit, plus they would definitely make this team on offense, defense and special teams much better right away.
Jon Gruden:
Jon Gruden is widely considered a master of offense, particularly in developing quarterbacks and crafting complex West Coast schemes, but his Super Bowl win with Tampa Bay relied heavily on an elite defense, and his later Raiders tenure showed inconsistent offensive results despite his expertise, highlighting his genius for QB development and scheme over consistent overall offensive power.
Offensive Prowess:
QB Development: Gruden is famous for his ability to work with and improve quarterbacks, turning journeymen like Rich Gannon into successful leaders and giving QBs "the keys to run his offense".
Scheme: He's known for elaborate offensive systems, using various formations, motions, and personnel groupings, challenging quarterbacks daily with detailed execution, notes the New York Times and Forbes. This would greatly help Dak. Dak needs to be challenged to help him improve.
Super Bowl Offense: In Gruden's Super Bowl win, while the offense wasn't always dominant, it excelled in the playoffs, especially in the red zone, tweaking the system for big games, according to ESPN.
Todd Bowles:
Yes, Todd Bowles is widely regarded as a defensive mastermind and master coach, known for his complex, blitz-heavy schemes, incredible in-game adjustments (like shutting down the Chiefs in Super Bowl LV), and transforming units into top NFL performers, though his head coaching success has seen mixed results, highlighting his defensive prowess over overall HC skills at times.
Evidence of His Defensive Mastery:
- Super Bowl LV: His Buccaneers defense held Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs to just 9 points, a legendary performance.
- Elite Coordinator Years: As DC for the Bucs, his defenses ranked top in the league for takeaways, sacks, and rushing defense.
- Complex System: He's known for using extensive coverages, disguises, and aggressive blitz packages, making it tough for offenses.
- "Defensive Masterclass": He earned this praise for shutting down the Eagles' run game in a playoff game, forcing them to throw.
Bowles' Defensive Philosophy
Versatility is Key: Bowles emphasizes being adaptable, stating he's coached half his career in 3-4 and half in 4-3, adjusting based on the players he has.
Aggressive & Attacking: His defenses are known for constant pressure, blitzing, and creating turnovers, often utilizing creative looks to overwhelm offenses.
Personnel-Driven: He builds his schemes around his players' strengths, focusing on speed, athleticism, and interior penetration.
3-4 vs. 4-3
Master of Both: While he's comfortable in either base, his time with the Buccaneers solidified his reputation for molding defenses, often appearing as a 3-4 but with 4-3 principles.
3-4 Innovation: He excels at making the 3-4 work by using quick defensive linemen (like Vita Vea) and athletic linebackers (like Devin White, Lavonte David) to generate pressure from the interior.
In Summary: Todd Bowles isn't strictly a 3-4 or 4-3 master; he's a defensive strategist who masterfully adapts, but his most iconic work involves using the 3-4 base to unleash aggressive, unpredictable attacks
What say you?
