Redskins promote Greg Manusky to defensive coordinator

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Pettine has been out of work for a year - it didn't boil down to JG's contract status.
Bradley had a specific link with the new SD HC - again didn't boil down to JG's contract status
Phillips we have passed on twice - I think this is more JG's comfort zone, or lack thereof with coaches/staff he knows/doesn't know.
Wilks was kept on at Carolina.

I don't see JG's contract status as a hindrance (maybe it was). And in Pettine's case, I think it actually could have been an incentive (ie do a good job and if JG stumbles we have a spot for you as HC)

I'm a big Snyder defender, so let me say in terms of the 4year point. At 4 years a coach has either set the team on the right course or not. I have no problem with his coach firings after his first couple years. Name one that should have been extended or given more time. I can't (given that Gibbs left/wasn't fired).

Gruden will be extended if he shows he has the team under control and is headed the right way.