Louisiana Football Coaching Search

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Originally Posted by cajun tom

Tim Leger and let’s keep the present system going. Keep the running backs coach and Desormeaux.

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Desormeaux was a beast when way back when he was QB. Hope we can keep him around.

I don’t care if the guy is an “offense” guy or a “defense” guy…I want an organizational expert like CBN. We didn’t win because his offense was revolutionary. In fact I think our defense largely carried us especially this year. We won because he knew how to run a program. Go find the next guy like that.

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Originally Posted by ZoomZoom

Whoever the heck Nick Saban sees as the next Billy Napier. He did a darn good job last time, there is no reason to doubt him at this point.

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Amen.

Whoever the heck Nick Saban sees as the next Billy Napier. He did a darn good job last time, there is no reason to doubt him at this point.

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Originally Posted by JMVCAJUNS

Curious how many of the current FL staff will he keep. I believe the Interm coach will stay.

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To be honest I don't see him keeping any of them as actual coaches, analysts maybe. Knox SUCKS at recruiting but C-Rob is excellent at recruiting. The players want him to keep Coach Savage who's our S&C coach and yes that's his real name.

Jay Johnson
Pete Golding
or whoever Dr. Maggard likes best

NOBODY close to vesting/already vested in the state retirement system.

What about coach O? I’m sure there’s a good reason he isn’t being mentioned. I didn’t follow his problems that developed at LSU.

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Originally Posted by JMVCAJUNS

Who is on your wish list? And do you think any of the current staff gets consideration?

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I do not have a wish list. I implicitly trust Dr. Maggard to make the right hire for our program.

As far as current staff is concerned, if any of them express an interest, I'm sure they'll get consideration from Dr. Maggard, provided they meet the criteria I listed above.

There was just completed a zoom with Dr. Maggard and the media. He talked about many of the qualities I listed above and also stressed someone who understands graduating student-athletes is important.

He said he hopes to have a coach in place before signing day on Dec. 15. He also said it has not been determined if Billy will coach the bowl game.

Personally, I'm not gonna stress. I'm not going to run down rumors or anything else. When he makes a decision he'll let us know.

Billy came WAY out of left field. The next hire may do the same.

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Originally Posted by RCAJUN90

What about coach O? I’m sure there’s a good reason he isn’t being mentioned. I didn’t follow his problems that developed at LSU.

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He is technically under contract with LSU to keep his....err future payouts over the next few years. Includes mandatory appearances.

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Originally Posted by JayWalker

I do not have a wish list. I implicitly trust Dr. Maggard to make the right hire for our program.

As far as current staff is concerned, if any of them express an interest, I'm sure they'll get consideration from Dr. Maggard, provided they meet the criteria I listed above.

There was just completed a zoom with Dr. Maggard and the media. He talked about many of the qualities I listed above and also stressed someone who understands graduating student-athletes is important.

He said he hopes to have a coach in place before signing day on Dec. 15. He also said it has not been determined if Billy will coach the bowl game.

Personally, I'm not gonna stress. I'm not going to run down rumors or anything else. When he makes a decision he'll let us know.

Billy came WAY out of left field. The next hire may do the same.

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I trust Dr. Maggard also.

Marcus Freeman is a guy I would give a look at.

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Originally Posted by RCAJUN90

What about coach O? I’m sure there’s a good reason he isn’t being mentioned. I didn’t follow his problems that developed at LSU.

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See #3 and 4 of the qualities Jay listed.

Coach O’s goofy ass needs to stay as far away from Lafayette as possible. No just no but hell no

At this point in time, I would be surprised any names put forth in this thread will be the next head coach.

Maggard will wow us...again.

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Originally Posted by BeauCajun

See #3 and 4 of the qualities Jay listed.

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I just spit my drink out, lol.

Matt Viator lol

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Originally Posted by JMVCAJUNS

Matt Viator lol

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He’s a good coach. Just not the right guy for this program.

Marcus Freeman is an interesting name. But I’d like to see another coach whose goal is to continue to build upon the foundation Napier laid.

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Originally Posted by cajun4life

He’s a good coach. Just not the right guy for this program.

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I was joking.

Tony Hull.

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Originally Posted by JayWalker

If you want an idea, look at the track record.

Dr. Maggard, regardless of the sport, has looked for the same qualities.

A history of winning
Reputation as a relentless recruiter.
A person of integrity.
A person with a good moral compass.
Doesn't necessarily have to have head coaching experience.

Now, as we talk about a replacement, start with that. And, my money is on someone with a background as an offensive coach.

And, as far as names are concerned, the first time I ever heard the name Billy Napier was when it was reported he was offered the job.

Dr. Maggard knows exactly what he's looking for. I don't think this is going to be a long search.

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I wonder what not a long search means. I would guess it would be more than a week as we don't want to interfere with championship game preparation. My guess is somewhere between December 8 to 15.

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Originally Posted by Cajunsmike

I wonder what not a long search means. I would guess it would be more than a week as we don't want to interfere with championship game preparation. My guess is somewhere between December 8 to 15.

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A not long search may mean it may be complete.

Freeman may very well be a great coach, I am just not sold on him because I don't see any connections in the South at all. Doesn't mean he can't do it, just a lot of stuff to overcome.

Robe was on the search committee that hired Napier. I wish he was here on this hire as well!