James Willis ... UL Defensive Coordinator

[basinbear]

His timing was good. ; ) did he bring in any recruits?

yep

[Just1More]

Are you one of the wise men?

I was the 4th Magi that came to Bethlehem... never got credit for it... but yes... I am one of the wise men. The guy that brought the frankincense was the real "wise guy". That guy could tell a joke! The myrrh guy wasn't that bright at all and I never liked the way he looked at me (he road side saddle on his donkey... if that doesn't give you a clue).

I, on the other hand, was simply way ahead of my time. I brought with me a description of the world wide web (later coined "the internet") as my gift to the King (who, by the way, told me just the other day... He loves it). Anyhow... many thought I was written out of the New Testament due to having had on my thong. I actually always wear a robe, just like the other 3 did, when attending the births of kings.

In fact, the truth be told, the other 3 were nude under their robes (you spend time with guys crossing a desert and these things become self evident). That's actually where the trouble started. The guy with the gold is the one that kept me out of the Big Book. When I told him about my concept of the internet, he went behind my back and told the disciples that I was trying to start this trend of wearing fancy underwear, teaching women how to have orgasms, and using something I invented called "toilet paper" on route to Bethlehem. He also said that I fabricated this story about "the gift of the internet" to avoid bringing a "real gift" to the party. The disciples and I were pretty tight... but in the end... I was written out of the New Testament. "The Four Wise Men" were reduced to "The Three Wise Men". There was some gold that changed hands under the table on that deal. That is why I invented the saying, "He with the gold makes the rules". Yes, that started way back then.

Anyhow... the story gets a whole lot more complicated... but yes... I am one of the 4 Wise Men. I just didn't get any of the credit in the Big Book. The last laugh is on the other 3... all they are is figurines that flank goats in nativity scenes... they're played by the worst actors in church plays... and in my spare time... I'm the fluffer for the Victoria Secret model photo shoots. Bam... who's the wise man now?!

[Just1More]

It's amazing what armchair DC fans see compared to what actual coaches see. I was one of many here who believed Willis' defensive schemes and strategies were terrible last year. I was one of many who hoped Hud would be looking for another DC this offseason. You can imagine my surprise to see the news that he was poached by an elite football program. Shows how little we all know sometimes.

What? You think that Willis's time with the Cajuns got him the job at FSU? Are you out of your mind? You think he was "poached" as a LB coach at FSU for his work as DC with the Cajuns?

[CajunJack55]

What? You think that Willis's time with the Cajuns got him the job at FSU? Are you out of your mind? You think he was "poached" as a LB coach at FSU for his work as DC with the Cajuns?

I agree, I think his work and relationships prior to what got him in trouble helped get him the job. I believe it has very little to do with his time here.

[Bigbuf]

I have seen Lance Guidry's name slung around the board (in the past). Would he be a good fit?

[Just1More]

I was also surprised to see he took us from 8th to 3rd ranked defense in the league in year 1

What took us, statistically, to a better defensive ranking in the SBC was our rushing attack and eating up time of possession. I also credit special teams for giving the Cajuns better field position this past year, leading to longer opponent drives for scores. It's one of the reasons I don't care a whole lot for statistics (without the details behind them). Our defense was not any better in 2013 than it was in 2012. And as far as "scheme" goes... our coaches knew we were not operating a good "scheme". They didn't defend it as out-smarting conventional football wisdom. They defended it as a requirement due to inexperience in the defensive secondary.

[CrazyCajun]

What took us, statistically, to a better defensive ranking in the SBC was our rushing attack and eating up time of possession. I also credit special teams for giving the Cajuns better field position this past year, leading to longer opponent drives for scores. It's one of the reasons I don't care a whole lot for statistics (without the details behind them). Our defense was not any better in 2013 than it was in 2012. And as far as "scheme" goes... our coaches knew we were not operating a good "scheme". They didn't defend it as out-smarting conventional football wisdom. They defended it as a requirement due to inexperience in the defensive secondary.

which is why i said i was surpised isnt it

[Clutch0364]

@ChadDWashington: BREAKING: UL def. coordinator James Willis decides to stay with #Cajuns, turns down LB coach job at Florida State. Update to come.

[UL_BayouCajun]

Lol....haha

[SlappyCajun]

Well, that is certainly interesting.