Sources: Garrett will remain OC in Dallas...

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

Either way, the expectations are high in the NFL. All in all, he's better off with the situation in Dallas. In another year or so, you're talking about rebuilding the Ravens program.

I guess that is just where I would prefer to be. I'd rather rebuild with my players, than to use the players given to me by someone else.
He's got a long way to fall right now with Dallas, but he has almost no where to go but up in Baltimore, and Baltimore has some talent still lingering (unlike Atlanta). I guess that's my thought. Plus, I have a head coach mentality, and now he's stuck in the OC position for at least 2 more years if not longer.
Also, if the Cowboys lose next year, it will likely be because the offense took a nose dive, so why would they promote the reason they got worse? He HAS to maintain his current level on offense, and quite frankly, I don't think it's possible. Look at how poorly the offense ran at the end of the season. He was getting figured out.

[12thMan]

Originally Posted by jsarno

I guess that is just where I would prefer to be. I'd rather rebuild with my players, than to use the players given to me by someone else.
He's got a long way to fall right now with Dallas, but he has almost no where to go but up in Baltimore, and Baltimore has some talent still lingering (unlike Atlanta). I guess that's my thought. Plus, I have a head coach mentality, and now he's stuck in the OC position for at least 2 more years if not longer.
Also, if the Cowboys lose next year, it will likely be because the offense took a nose dive, so why would they promote the reason they got worse? He HAS to maintain his current level on offense, and quite frankly, I don't think it's possible. Look at how poorly the offense ran at the end of the season. He was getting figured out.

I think one thing we can almost bank on is that the Cowboys won't go 13-3 next year.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by jsarno

I'm not so sure it was a great call. Baltimore would have been a good fit for him. The offense is old over there and he could have changed things. The D is stout (aging sure), so he could have done a lot of good there.
In Dallas he will be EXPECTED to do great. If anything happens, he'll be blasted more so than he would deserve. Sure he's a homey there, and he will be the next head coach there, but what if Wade isn't let go for a few years?

B-more is due for a major rebuilding process. Not sure if that's the ideal situation for a young unproven guy.

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

B-more is due for a major rebuilding process. Not sure if that's the ideal situation for a young unproven guy.

I can see your point, but that's how you build a legacy. If you take over a team that is great, no one will care. (see Barry Switzer)
I think rebuilding a team to greatness gets you mega points, and mega cash. Also, I am impatient, who knows if he will ever get a shot later...the NFL is a tough business.

[freddyg12]

ESPN - Jones basically fires Phillips - Hashmarks by Matt Mosley

this article sums up exactly what I meant when I posted earlier. The title says it all - Jones Fires Phillips!

[Blue Star]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Good call by Garrett to stay put. Baltimore and Atlanta aren't exactly the most desirable teams to take over right now.

You are 100% correct. If people thought about it for one sec who the hell would want to be at either place after such horrible seasons. Miami only got someone quickly because of Parcells. Staying put in Dallas will sooner or later give him control over the team that got his ass 3 superbowl rings. Loyalty is hard to find but I would be shocked if he left Dallas after one season.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by GMScud

Had a feeling this may happen. Oh well. Jerry's got deep pockets...

ESPN - Sources: Garrett turning down head coaching jobs to stay with Cowboys - NFL

Can someone please explain what the hell is so special about Jason Garrett? Why is he being offered HC jobs after only one year as an OC?

[Skinny Tee]

I don't like the sound of this.

I wish he would have left the boys. I just don't like the fact that an undrafted Romo throws for 4000+ yards and 30+ Touchdowns out of nowhere the year he arrives.

[ArtMonkDrillz]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

Can someone please explain what the hell is so special about Jason Garrett? Why is he being offered HC jobs after only one year as an OC?

Because he's an offensive genius.

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[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by ArtMonkDrillz

Because he's an offensive genius.

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That genius tag would have been removed real fast once he started calling plays for Balt. instead of Dallas.

[freddyg12]

This could be good for us:

1) We'll see if Garrett is really that good w/that older O line & WR's. They will likely draft some o linemen & could make some moves in free agency, but for now the starters are on the older side.
2) If Garrett is indeed getting paid more than Phillips, or even if he's not, it's got to be a little disheartening to Wade to know that your boss has basically set up a replacment for you a year after you tie the franchise record for wins. Seems Phillips should be a ways from retiring, so it appears that JJ might have him on a short leash.

We'll see how Phillips handles coaching while looking over his shoulder, and how Garrett handles the O w/out Sparano.

[Dirtbag59]

I think this makes sense for Garrett. As Joey Thiesman/Heisman put it the guys a lifetime Cowboy so the opportunity to coach the Cowboys one day as the Head Coach is to much for him to pass up. Plus Jerry Jones has taken care of the financial aspect and right now he'll have time to develop as a coach.

However as a Redskins guy I'm disapointed, I really would have loved to see their coaching staff get picked apart.

[BigRed]

Personally, I think this is a pretty dumb move on Garrett's part.

First, he had a big year. Head coaching job offers don't generally come after really bad seasons. What if next year isn't so good?

Second, there are no guarantees. Let's say the Cowboys offense struggles next year, but they continue to win. Wade Phillips might get a third year. If the offense continues the struggle the next season, you can feel pretty assured that Jerry Jones isn't going to fire Phillips and hire Garrett instead.

Third, the Rooney Rule. Jerry Jones has to interview at least one minority candidate. He would likely also interview other candidates as well, even if it is just for show... to start. One of those interviews could go so well that Jones decides to hire someone else.

Even if it's for a bad team, I say you take that first opportunity when it's offered to you. It may not come again.

Besides, you can ALWAYS get fired as a head coach and get hired to be an OC almost anywhere. It happens all of the time.

My 2 cents.

[dmek25]

i can tell you why any coach would love to take the falcons or the ravens jobs. its called ego. every coach in the league thinks he has something to do with the invention of football. and blue star, you talk of loyalty. the only loyalty Garrett has to Dallas is the one in which Jerry Jones makes him the highest paid assistant in the history of the league. what a slap in the face of Wade Phillips. i would immediately demand a raise, if i were him