Should the Redskins Extend Jay Gruden’s Contract?

[SFREDSKIN]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

I can't imagine a 30 year being a hc in the NFL. I doubt if Boy Wonder is ready for that..

But I think Kyle is probably ready. He's a proven OC who has done a real nice job in several stops.

Report: Redskins facing coaching staff shake-up

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by SFREDSKIN

Report: Redskins facing coaching staff shake-up

Id be extremely surprised to see him get a HC job. Doesn't have "it" imo.

[MTK]

McVay deserves to get some interviews but I think he needs more seasoning before he would get serious consideration as a HC.

[metalskins]

Originally Posted by MTK

McVay deserves to get some interviews but I think he needs more seasoning before he would get serious consideration as a HC.

I think it depends upon the playoffs. IF the 'skins get in and how deep they advance. I'd say if the 'skins make it to the NFC Championship game, I think McVay's stock goes up.

[Schneed10]

I think teams will view it as too soon for McVay. They'll want more track record.

[FlyerSkin]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

I think teams will view it as too soon for McVay. They'll want more track record.

I agree with you for the most part, but to be honest there is a brain drain in the NFL with regards to HCs. After BB, you only have about half a dozen decent HCs in the league. McCarthy and Lewis might be on the outs if they can't salvage their respective seasons as well. If Andy Reid can't get the Chiefs to the next level in a couple seasons, he might be out. Face it, a lot of these guys are getting a bit long in the tooth and not much to really show for it.

[calia]

Originally Posted by FlyerSkin

I agree with you for the most part, but to be honest there is a brain drain in the NFL with regards to HCs. After BB, you only have about half a dozen decent HCs in the league. McCarthy and Lewis might be on the outs if they can't salvage their respective seasons as well. If Andy Reid can't get the Chiefs to the next level in a couple seasons, he might be out. Face it, a lot of these guys are getting a bit long in the tooth and not much to really show for it.

And then there is Jeff Fisher. Still amazes me that he's a HC. Terrible. Chip Kelly may be back at Oregon before we know it.

[FlyerSkin]

Originally Posted by calia

And then there is Jeff Fisher. Still amazes me that he's a HC. Terrible. Chip Kelly may be back at Oregon before we know it.

Exactly. You can add Marv Lewis to that list if he doesn't at least go deep in the playoffs. Too many teams don't want to go out on a limb and get a fresh face, so they stick with the "old school" guys that have already worn out their welcome in the NFL. There will be a big youth movement with HCs in the NFL within 5 years from now. Too many established coaches or big names have proven to be overhyped. Mike McCarthy likely will be shown the door within 2-3 years, if not sooner if the Pack doesn't make the post season. If Sean does get a gig as a HC an a couple of seasons, maybe see if Norv would be available. Are there any other young OCs in the league that could replace McVay? I don't know of any. Like Kirk, Scotty needs to pay the man and keep him around til we contend.

[OmahaRedskins]

There are a few coordinators that deserve a second chance. Rod Marinelli, Steve Spagnuolo, Josh McDaniels, and Scott Linehanand could receive hard looks in the off season. The better the Cowboys do, the more likely their coaching staff will be poached.

[los panda]

let's get a poll going on this.

i vote yes; playoffs last season and holding the 6th seed right now.

stability while turning the roster over and adding depth - trending in the right direction.

[irish]

Absolutely. This team needs continuity at certain positions and head coach is definitely one of those positions. Letting JG go would mean starting over again with a new system and new ideas. He has to stay.

[MTK]

He's still too young and too far down in the pecking order of potential candidates.

[mooby]

I don't think he's ready but all it takes is one team to make him an offer. If he's smart he'd wait for a more attractive offer though, the team that might offer him the job is probably gonna be one of the worst teams in the NFL.

[REDSKINS4ever]

If the Redskins clinch a playoff birth for a second consecutive year then yes, Gruden should receive an extension. He's almost a sub .500 head coach. He's won 16 out of the team's last 30 games. This team is getting better!

[Chief X_Phackter]

I never weighed in on this before, but I think it is worth bringing back up.

I'm a fan of extending him, sooner rather than later. I think the guy is just a winner. In 13 seasons as a head coach, he's only had one losing season. That was his first with the Redskins, with RGIII still at the helm and all the drama that was going on with this team. Says a lot about him even taking the job really.

If we can get Kirk signed, hire a competent D coordinator that gets some talent - then results, and keep the offense clicking, I see no reason not to extend him. We'll have to see how the next few weeks /months play out and then how they start the season, but if they are better than .500 at the halfway point of next season (5-3 or better), I think you have to start drawing up the paperwork.