Zorn becomes SKINS new OC.

[81forHOF]

I think Gibbs tied Saunders hands a bit. I think we should of let him open it up see what he could do. I wish they would of made GW HC and kept Saunders.

[skinsfan_nn]

JLC Redskins Insider: Other Assistants status.

Posted at 3:00 PM ET, 01/26/2008
Someone asked about the other assistants

So Jason Reid made some calls and reports: Washington Redskins linebackers coach Kirk Olivadotti, whose contract was set to expire this week, has signed an extension and is among the assistants expected to remain with the team, league sources said Saturday.
Williams and Saunders have been released, but management hopes to retain the majority of former coach Joe Gibbs's staff, according to sources. Olivadotti, 33, is highly regarded by Williams and former defensive line coach Greg Blache, who has been promoted to lead the Redskins' defense.
Despite his relative inexperience, Olivadotti's ability to identify opponents' tendencies and provide tips for Redskins defenders has helped to make him a key contributor on a coaching staff among the league's most experienced. Olivadotti also is popular with players.
UPDATE 1: Jason LaCanfora reports that the Rams and Raiders have asked the Redskins for permission to speak with Saunders about jobs and the Rams and Titans have asked for permission to speak to Williams about jobs, sources said. Apparently, teams still must do this because the two remain under contract.
Update II: Jason Reid reports that: assistant Bill Lazor, who coached the team's quarterbacks, has been fired, league sources said.
Lazor worked with Washington's quarterbacks the last two seasons. He developed a strong relationship with young quarterback Jason Campbell, whose development is a top priority for the organization.
Before joining the Redskins, Lazor spent the 2003 season as an entry-level assistant with the Atlanta Falcons. Lazor was a record-setting quarterback at Cornell

[SmootSmack]

Too bad about Lazor, I would have liked it if he had stayed. Maybe they'll bump Brunell up to QB coach

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Too bad about Lazor, I would have liked it if he had stayed. Maybe they'll bump Brunell up to QB coach

I also liked Bill. I just wonder if they replace him with a guy like Zorn around to work and mentor JC?

You would think so.....but no tellin?

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

I also liked Bill. I just wonder if they replace him with a guy like Zorn around to work and mentor JC?

You would think so.....but no tellin?

Zorn has too much to do now running the offense. No time to coach QBs

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Zorn has too much to do now running the offense. No time to coach QBs

Zorn just might be the QB coach also......as it appears

Saunders' fate was sealed when Zorn, the Seattle Seahawks quarterback coach since 2001, agreed to a three-year deal Friday. Zorn will also coach the quarterbacks, making Lazor's job redundant.

Redskins fire 2 assistants, promote Blache; head coach still TBA - NFL - Yahoo! Sports

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

Zorn just might be the QB coach also......as it appears

Saunders' fate was sealed when Zorn, the Seattle Seahawks quarterback coach since 2001, agreed to a three-year deal Friday. Zorn will also coach the quarterbacks, making Lazor's job redundant.

Redskins fire 2 assistants, promote Blache; head coach still TBA - NFL - Yahoo! Sports

Wow, very interesting on Zorn. I wish he would delegate the responsibility. But he has been given control of the offense so he's entitled to do what he wants I suppose.

I feel bad for Lazor because he seemed like a good guy and you don't like to see people get fired, especially those who don't likely have others knocking down their doors. I mean, I suspect he's not in high demand. But it's premature to call it a stupid move by a stupid owner

[The Gremlin]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Too bad about Lazor, I would have liked it if he had stayed. Maybe they'll bump Brunell up to QB coach

Yeah another stupid move by a stupid owner.

[AlvinWalton'sNeckBrace]

maybe fassel is the QB coach...

[DieHardSkinsFan777]

Originally Posted by AlvinWalton'sNeckBrace

maybe fassel is the QB coach...

He might be our new HC, but I would find it hard to see him take the QB coach job, after being one of the front runners for the HC gig. I guess we will see soon enough.

I think Zorn will end up being a good fit in DC.

[skinsfan_nn]

JLC Redskin Insider: Zorn speaks about working with JC

Posted at 6:28 PM ET, 01/26/2008
Zorn Speaks

From Jason Reid: Just got off the phone with new Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Jim Zorn, who said he's excited about the potential of young quarterback Jason Campbell and eager to get started. As for who will be the Redskins' next head coach, Zorn said he's eager to find out as well.
"The quarterback situation is one of the reasons that I want to be there and work with Jason," said Zorn, who formerly coached the Seattle Seahawks' quarterbacks. "Focusing in on the QB is important to me. Now, I'll have the opportunity to focus on the entire offense as well as the QB, so I'm excited about that."
Zorn said he didn't want to discuss the Redskins' search for a head coach because "I really don't know what's going to happen there." With assistant head coach-defense Gregg Williams expected to leave the organization because he is no longer under consideration to replace Joe Gibbs, Jim Fassel and New York Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo are believed to be the remaining candidates.
"I've heard a lot of names out there too," Zorn said. "I've heard some more than others. ... The main thing for me is that I think the Redskins are in really good shape. I think it's a great football team. I'm really looking forward to this."

[DieHardSkinsFan777]

Zorn has certainly done a fine job in Seattle with Matt H. I think this will be good for JC to work with an Ex-NFL QB, the experience is priceless.

Zorn does have alot more responsibilities in his role as OC/QB coach. He has a full plate. We will see how he makes out.

Bill Lazor seemed to be a fine young coach, just not so sure he was the right guy for the job as our QB coach, just due to lack of experience (I know you have to get it some where, I just had the feeling he was in over his head). Hopefully he will find work.

[SBXVII]

My other question is this. If the leading candidate is Fassel and they are waiting to contact Spagnoulo how will they fit the systems? When Fassel was in NY was their offense a WC style or will there be friction between Fassel and Zorn about style and play calling? If the HC is Spagnoulo he is a defensive minded coach, is his style similar to Blache's or are they going to blend their schemes? Unless the HC is simply going to be a figure head (Fassel) then I can't see Spagnoulo coming to the Skins unless his ideas are similar to Blache's.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by SBXVII

My other question is this. If the leading candidate is Fassel and they are waiting to contact Spagnoulo how will they fit the systems? When Fassel was in NY was their offense a WC style or will there be friction between Fassel and Zorn about style and play calling? If the HC is Spagnoulo he is a defensive minded coach, is his style similar to Blache's or are they going to blend their schemes? Unless the HC is simply going to be a figure head (Fassel) then I can't see Spagnoulo coming to the Skins unless his ideas are similar to Blache's.

Zorn worked under Mike Holgrom, who is famous for running the west coast offense, so I don't really see any problems there. Personally I don't understand the desire to interview Spagnoulo, he looks like a poor mans Gregg Williams to me.

[redskinsfanatic]

who's gonna be campbell's backup???collins will go where sanders does,and brunnell is'nt coming back,so wtf is the backup gonna be???