Redskins promote Greg Manusky to defensive coordinator

[sdskinsfan2001]

Originally Posted by SFREDSKIN

Maybe cause Scott has worked with these guys in the past (Manusky and Tomsula) and knows that they can coach.

That could be true, but it seems like we won't ever branch branch out. I want a meritocracy. Nepotism is no good.

[Glasgow Celtic]

Originally Posted by J. Falcon

"I hope Manusky proves me wrong"

Isn't that the crap we were saying about Barry when he was hired? And even about Haslett? We know these guys suck, there will be no surprises. Hate this hire,seriously.

We just hired Tomsula as the dline coach, am I stupid or was he not a plug and play at DC?

[sdskinsfan2001]

Originally Posted by Glasgow Celtic

We just hired Tomsula as the dline coach, am I stupid or was he not a plug and play at DC?

I don't think we interviewed him for DC, but I'm glad we got him for DL coach. Great choice. Don't take anything the 9ers joke of an organization does seriously. Now let's get him and Manusky some talent.

[Meks]

I hate this fucking move. I hope I am proved wrong.

[Buffalo Bob]

Originally Posted by Meks

I hate this fucking move. I hope I am proved wrong.

After Haslett and Barry there is no where to go but up, be optimistic!

[metalskins]

Originally Posted by Buffalo Bob

After Haslett and Barry there is no where to go but up, be optimistic!

being dead last in 3rd down defense, you're exactly right!

[NCSUredskin]

Still not a fan of Manusky, and still say this is a underwhelming hire, BUT if he puts good position coaches around him like Tomsula.....then maybe we can have something....

[CRedskinsRule]

http://www.ninersnation.com/2017/1/2...rdinator-49ers

from the article:

Tomsula was out of football over the past year following his firing by the 49ers. He had served as DL coach for eight years, including four with Manusky as the team’s defensive coordinator. It was a frustrating time as the 49ers had talented players on defense, but the unit could not put it all together.

Yay... (not really)

[skinsfan69]

Part of the job here is to get the guys we're keeping to play better. Guys like Breeland, Fuller, Smith and Cravens... those guys have to step up their play and in Cravens case, stay on the field.

I think the other part of the job is to get off the field on 3rd down and get the ball back to the offense. If Manusky can just do those two things then he can make the defense better.

[MTK]

Whether it's a splashy player or coach, we should be very well aware that these type of moves don't work out more often than not. Hiring from within keeps some continuity, something we haven't typically seen much of around here.

[metalskins]

Originally Posted by MTK

Whether it's a splashy player or coach, we should be very well aware that these type of moves don't work out more often than not. Hiring from within keeps some continuity, something we haven't typically seen much of around here.

Yeah, I will say, this looked to be a move of continuity. With a better group of guys on defense, maybe Barry would have not been as bad, but I like the idea of Manusky being more aggressive in his defensive playcalling. I don't expect much, but I do expect some improvement.

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by MTK

Whether it's a splashy player or coach, we should be very well aware that these type of moves don't work out more often than not. Hiring from within keeps some continuity, something we haven't typically seen much of around here.

Def should have a leg up on player evaluations, what needs to be changed when it comes to scheme and where talent needs to be upgraded. Pretty much hit the ground running.

Also like fact we added a DL coach who can challenge Giants McA-dope for best pornstach in the division

[calia]

Originally Posted by Chico23231

Def should have a leg up on player evaluations, what needs to be changed when it comes to scheme and where talent needs to be upgraded. Pretty much hit the ground running.

Also like fact we added a DL coach who can challenge Giants McA-dope for best pornstach in the division

Best line in the Warpath in a long, long time. Well played, Sir!

[mooby]

I just don't think the continuity argument holds much weight when you've had a crappy defense for 7 years. I hope that the theory is right and it will make the transition easier, but I'm not gonna put much weight on it.

[metalskins]

Originally Posted by mooby

I just don't think the continuity argument holds much weight when you've had a crappy defense for 7 years. I hope that the theory is right and it will make the transition easier, but I'm not gonna put much weight on it.

It's the only positive. Manusky is well respected at Redskins Park - the players love him. The players won't have to learn a new system, but hopefully the system is a bit more aggressive under GM. With Scot McCloughan bringing in better talent on that side of the ball, it should make enough difference to give the 'skins a couple more wins - which would put this team, hopefully, as a shoe in for the playoffs next year.