Possible new defensive coordinator if Jerry fires Eberflus

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It's early, but here are 6 names I can see Jerry considering .......... familiarity and/or strong postseason experience are huge factors IMO.

*** Al Harris.....Defensive passing coordinator/back, Bears... no defensive coordinator experience.

***Brian Flores...Vikings defensive coordinator. Contract expires at the end of the season. He will likely resign with the Vikes IMO. But their season could go south coz they have serious QB issues after IRing Wentz.

Brian Flores' defensive scheme is a complex, aggressive, and versatile system that blends multiple philosophies to confuse offenses, frequently employing heavy blitzes and pressure from unusual alignments. Key elements include "heavy" fronts with extra rushers (six or seven-man pressure), disguised coverage looks (like showing a blitz but dropping players into coverage), and a heavy usage of sub-packages, especially with multiple safeties on the field

***Wink Martindale....Defensive coordinator, Michigan ( one GM called him a blitzing madman). Similar to the former late Eagle DC, Jim Johnson.

Wink Martindale's defensive scheme is known for its aggressive, blitz-heavy approach with heavy use of pre-snap disguise and man coverage. Key features include creating pressure through creative blitz packages, often by overloading one side of the line, and playing a high percentage of man-to-man coverage in the secondary. This requires defensive backs to be able to hold up against receivers one-on-one for extended periods, with the scheme creating a "give and take" where pressure is prioritized over pass coverage, but coverage must be solid when pressure doesn't get there quickly

***Ron Rivera......General Manager with the California Bears. He is a Jim Johnson disciple but runs a zone-based scheme, similar to Eberflus
Ron Rivera's defensive scheme is primarily a zone-based scheme that relies on a four-man front, though he has also used a 3-4 alignment and incorporates elements of man-to-man coverage. It typically features a four-lineman rush with seven players dropping into coverage, with Cover 3 and Quarters zone being frequently used. The scheme prioritizes sound fundamental play and a dominant defensive line, but can be vulnerable to explosive plays due to its reliance on zone looks


*** Leslie Frazier....Seahawks assistant head coach. Tony Dungy disciple who runs a variation of Tampa 2
Leslie Frazier's defensive scheme is primarily a nickel-heavy system that relies on a strong front four to generate pressure, while the back seven plays mostly zone coverage, though it has the ability to blitz and play man. Key elements include utilizing five or more defensive backs frequently, particularly a versatile slot corner, and a tendency for aggressive pre-snap looks and post-snap adjustments (audibles and checks)

*** Jim Schwartz...Browns' defensive coordinator. He may or may not be available, but he has a history of quickly turning around bad defenses, similar to Wade Phillips.

Jim Schwartz's defensive scheme is a traditional 4-3 base with a "wide-9" alignment that uses aggressive, man-heavy coverage and aims to create pressure with its front seven. Key elements include using stunts and twists from the defensive line, playing aggressive man-to-man coverage in the secondary, and a focus on stopping the run. This approach is designed to be relatively simple pre-snap to confuse offenses and allows his elite defensive linemen to create pressure and his defensive backs to play tightly on receivers

Jim Schwartz is a highly regarded defensive coordinator and was very effective with the Eagles. Eagles consistently had a top-5 run defense and pass rush that consistently overachieved relative to injuries they had at defensive tackle\

Note; He signed with the Browns before 2023 but nothing was released about his contract. Generally speaking, the standard is that coordinators usually sign 3-year deals while head coaches sign 5. This could mean he's in the final year of his contract. He could also be fired along with the head coach......The Browns are headed for another top 5 draft pick.

Note II: Not sure if you heard but Garrett was ticked off after losing Sunday, although he had 5 sacks. Say he's tired of losing. (Could he demand a trade after the season..... something to keep an eye on)



 
Unfortunately, next season's too late to start this defensive transformation. The first criteria (if we're looking to this 3 year window), is to get in the door and start working out the STAY/GO cull on defensive players.....but from a perspective that he may have to find a scheme that best fits the players who'll definitely be here......

.....luckily there arent many: Overshown, Bland, Shemar, Eze. Revel. Osa (money). Liufau, Soloman T, Winfield.
 
I don't think any of them fit the go along to get along role. Jerry needs a foxhole buddy.
 
YOU'RE THINKING TOO HARD, it'll be someone Jerry had here years ago, or it'll be someone from down the hall that all the defenders have a love for!!
You mean like Campo????
To be honest, I hear he is seen at the Star from time to time........lol
 
Unfortunately, next season's too late to start this defensive transformation. The first criteria (if we're looking to this 3 year window), is to get in the door and start working out the STAY/GO cull on defensive players.....but from a perspective that he may have to find a scheme that best fits the players who'll definitely be here......

.....luckily there arent many: Overshown, Bland, Shemar, Eze. Revel. Osa (money). Liufau, Soloman T, Winfield.
Agree .......this probably needs at least 60/70% turnover for new starting players
 
Agree .......this probably needs at least 60/70% turnover for new starting players
Yep. and we need a DC that comes with an ability to develop/utilize the best out of what he's got and a plan for all of the draft capital (and hopefully FA money). Eburflus got the gig because his soft Zone was expected to stop the run, then take away youre best player, add that (run stopping) DT and fail on both Run-D and Pass-D.

We have one CB probably feigning injury as he doesnt believe in the scheme, have numerous players discussing the scheme on the field.

Interview process would be: which two schemes would you play with this bunch and who/what's failing.
Give the new DC this half season to get rid of anyone he wants (Osa's the only problem CAP wise)..... then promise the CAP and Draft Capital......as you say it's going to take 50%+ turnover (draft, FA's and/or Trades).
 
You mean like Campo????
To be honest, I hear he is seen at the Star from time to time........lol
hawk please just go away!!!!!!!!! See now that you said it, he's going to be our next damn coordinator, you just ruined my morning hawk, where's a mod when you need one!!! lol
 
Frazier won’t work here because we don’t have the strong front 4. I always liked Schwartz but I doubt he comes here, same with Flores. Would have loved to have Saleh.
 
Frazier won’t work here because we don’t have the strong front 4. I always liked Schwartz but I doubt he comes here, same with Flores. Would have loved to have Saleh.
we all know why they won't be hired!!:confused: they're bald, you have to have hair to coach here!!!!!!
 
Firing Eberflus will change nothing. It is not his fault the players are just going through the motions. This team has no pride and none of the big money starters fear losing their jobs. It is an "oh, well" attitude that permeates this locker room.

The problem here is the same as it has been for the past 30 years. The head coach is not the man in charge. He cannot hold anybody accountable. This organization's flow chart is a disaster and it won't change as long as egomaniacal Jerry Jones is in charge.

Firing Eburflus solves nothing.
 

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