Schottenheimer fired from San Diego

[AlvinWalton'sNeckBrace]

plus they're minus an offensive and defensive coordinator aren't they? Look for them to slip some

[Dirtbag59]

Outside of Ron Rivera, whos on the market? Now that I think about it they should hire none other than former Redskin RUSS GRIMM.

[Big C]

dumb move to fire him. 14-2 and lost their head coach, oc, and dc.

also rivera isnt a good fit since he runs a 4-3 and san diego has an awesome 3-4

[RobH4413]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

Outside of Ron Rivera, whos on the market? Now that I think about it they should hire none other than former Redskin RUSS GRIMM.

That's the first thing that popped into my head.

I also have a feeling Tuna isn't finished... I don't know why... I'm probably just insane.

Norv Turner is also still out there. I don't see that happening however.

[Sheriff Gonna Getcha]

Originally Posted by skins009

Martty is an extremely average head coach.

Do you honestly believe this statement or was it pure hyperbole? Because Marty is one of the "winningest" coaches in HISTORY of the NFL. Moreover, unlike a lot of coaches who seem to only perform when they have a HoF QB at the helm or al All-Star cast, Marty has won in a lot of places with a lot of different personnel and coaches. Marty's consistency in winning despite changes in scenery, personnel, assistants, GMs, fans, etc. tells me that he's well above "average." To have gone 8-8 with the personnel he had here in D.C. should, by itself, speak volumes.

Moreover, that the Chargers waited until now to make this move says a lot about the wisdom of the Charger front office. Most of the quality/choice assistants are gone, the top head coaching candidates are gone, and teams are gearing up for the draft and free agency. To dump your head coach now is about as dumb as it gets.

[Riggo44]

I think the Chargers will be lucky to get back to the playoffs. What a Dum move.ESPN.com - NFL - About face: Chargers fire head coach Schottenheimer

[skinsfan69]

I just read the statement by the owner over ESPN. I think what we all fail the realize is what goes on behind closed doors. Here, you have two guys who can't stand each other and they have to try and work together? The owner called it dysfunctional. I think Spanos saw the problems and had to make a move. Same thing went on when Snyder took over. He said Casserly and Norv were fighting "like cats and dogs."

[dall-assblows]

he didnt get along with the owner. that sucks for marty

[Sheriff Gonna Getcha]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

I just read the statement by the owner over ESPN. I think what we all fail the realize is what goes on behind closed doors. Here, you have two guys who can't stand each other and they have to try and work together? The owner called it dysfunctional.

"Dysfunctional" as in 12-4? If I were a Charger fan, I would be absolutely sick. That grown men can't maintain a professional relationship indicates that one or both of them needs a serious attitude adjustment.

On an related note, next offseason should be full of head coaching candidates - Schottenheimer, Fisher, Cowher, Grimm, and several high-profile coaches should be available should Gibbs decide to retire.

[12thMan]

Appearantly the Charger brass was upset about all the assistants that got away this year on both sides of the ball. Then Marty and AJ Smith had a small disagreement about whether linebacker Donnie Edwards will be back next year. Front office says no, Marty wanted him back.

The straw that broke the camel's back, however, was when Marty wanted his brother Kurt Shott as an assistant. Spanos stepped in and said enough is enough. This is why it's reported Spanos said they are 'dysfunctional."

[SkinEmAll]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

I just read the statement by the owner over ESPN. I think what we all fail the realize is what goes on behind closed doors. Here, you have two guys who can't stand each other and they have to try and work together? The owner called it dysfunctional. I think Spanos saw the problems and had to make a move. Same thing went on when Snyder took over. He said Casserly and Norv were fighting "like cats and dogs."

yeah but you dont do it this time of the year! And like Sheriff said, grown men need to handle their business. No one ever said people that work together have to love each other. Seriously stupid move, should have waited til the end of next season to fire him.
Well I guess this makes our front office look pretty good, for now.....

[MTK]

Wow, Chargers fans must be really happy right about now, their off season is officially in disarray. LOL

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

Appearantly the Charger brass was upset about all the assistants that got away this year on both sides of the ball. Then Marty and AJ Smith had a small disagreement about whether linebacker Donnie Edwards will be back next year. Front office says no, Marty wanted him back.

The straw that broke the camel's back, however, was when Marty wanted his brother Kurt Shott as an assistant. Spanos stepped in and said enough is enough. This is why it's reported Spanos said they are 'dysfunctional."

They should be upset because Marty doesn't even wear a headset. As far as gameday strategy he is as uninvloved as any NFL coach I have ever seen. With that being said he is still a solid coach and what I like about Marty is he teaches.

So what if he wanted his brother. Kurt has been a good NFL coach for many years. It's not like he's not qualified. And all Donnie Edwards does is lead the Chargers in tackles year after year. Sounds like AJ Smith needs to take a hike.

[Dirtbag59]

Go Super Chargers!!!!

Hey do the Colts have any assistants worthy of consideration for the job?

[Crat92]

Too bad for Marty. I wonder where he'll resurface? Who would be inclined to want an ultra-conservative coach?