Stan Hixon

[MTK]

This sounds like people looking for a scapegoat to me.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

This sounds like people looking for a scapegoat to me.

Well, I don't think poor WR play falls solely on Hixon. You have to consider OL play, rookies, etc. However if one of our positions stinks consistently, shouldn't the coach of that position at least deserve to be under some scrutiny? Seems pretty logical to me.

[tryfuhl]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

This sounds like people looking for a scapegoat to me.

You gotta blame somebody. Has it just been our receivers, play-callers, or what?

Along with whatever discussion we have about the WR coach, there's a strong argument to be made that our soon to be 2nd year pass catchers better condition well in the offseason and study their playbooks.

[JoeRedskin]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

This sounds like people looking for a scapegoat to me.

I would agree that this would seem like scapegoating if it weren't for the fact that people have been questioning Hixon's ability since prior to this season.

IMHO, this thread is just one of the various "Okay, season's over let's discuss changes" that is both a rehash and collectivization of previous threads (i.e. the threads concerning age along the O-line, what to do about the pass rush, etc.).

We are all wondering what it will take to make this team a perrenial playoff team as it was in the 80's and early 90's. Now is the time for analysis, rehash and review.

As for Hixon, yes lots can go wrong with the passing game that is not his responsiblity BUT I have not heard or seen any evidence, either from players, other coaches or through performance, that he has taken players and made/helped them perform to the best of the abilities. Further, under his tutelage, the receiving corp has been mediocre at best. To me, these things evidence a less than stellar coach who has failed to truly develop talent in his area of responsibility.

I think the negatives concerning Hixon are obvious through the performance of his pupils. I would welcome any one who can provide any evidence that he is doing his job well.

[Beemnseven]

Originally Posted by JoeRedskin

I would agree that this would seem like scapegoating if it weren't for the fact that people have been questioning Hixon's ability since prior to this season.

IMHO, this thread is just one of the various "Okay, season's over let's discuss changes" that is both a rehash and collectivization of previous threads (i.e. the threads concerning age along the O-line, what to do about the pass rush, etc.).

We are all wondering what it will take to make this team a perrenial playoff team as it was in the 80's and early 90's. Now is the time for analysis, rehash and review.

As for Hixon, yes lots can go wrong with the passing game that is not his responsiblity BUT I have not heard or seen any evidence, either from players, other coaches or through performance, that he has taken players and made/helped them perform to the best of the abilities. Further, under his tutelage, the receiving corp has been mediocre at best. To me, these things evidence a less than stellar coach who has failed to truly develop talent in his area of responsibility.

I think the negatives concerning Hixon are obvious through the performance of his pupils. I would welcome any one who can provide any evidence that he is doing his job well.

Good post.