Mike Shanahan Dismissed As Head Coach of the Broncos
by Ted Bartlett on Dec 30, 2008 4:05 PM MST
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First, Thanks to Ted for getting this up while I was spending some quality time with my daughters. Secondly, MHR Radio will be LIVE tonight at 9PM est / 7PM mst to talk about this. BE THERE! -- TSG
In a move which has sent shockwaves throughout the NFL, the Broncos have dismissed Mike Shanahan as Head Coach after 14 years and 2 Super Bowl wins. Owner Pat Bowlen's statement follows.
After giving this careful consideration, I have concluded that a change in our football operations is in the best interests of the Denver Broncos. This is certainly a difficult decision, but one that I feel must be made and which will ultimately be in the best interests of all concerned. I appreciate the 21 years that Mike Shanahan has given to the organization as an assistant and head coach, and the two Super Bowl wins in that time. His contributions hold a special place in Broncos history.
I'm sure everybody is as shocked as I am, and also needs to collect their thoughts. Guru will have thoughts later, and I am sure everybody will have a lot to say after some time for reflection.
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KOA is talking about a possible door being open for Elway to return to the organization
God I hope not. He’s got “Michael Jordan” kiss of death written all over him.
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:08 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
actually
Elway was a very successful owner in the AFL. could be an interesting GM.
by SlowWhiteGuy on Dec 30, 2008 4:34 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I'd have to be won over...
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:36 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
me 2
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:37 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
His dad, great talent evaluator for the Broncos, did it rub off on John?
"Me fail english, that unpossible" - Ralph Wiggum
"Duffman is thrusting in the direction of the problem" - Duffman
by Broncoman on Dec 30, 2008 5:58 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Guru...tell us
I’m curious to see your opinion on this…you posted recently about how we need stability. The whole rug just got yanked out from underneath this team. Are you excited? Dissapointed?
I don’t want breakaway speed. I want break-some-poor-fool-as-I-bowl-you-over power getting 6 yards off a play that should have been stopped for 2 at most.
by sadaraine on Dec 30, 2008 4:09 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
guru must have gone into cardiac arrest
where’s HT’s posting… he’s our next coach, guru’s our new GM!
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:15 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
To say the least.
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 4:31 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Mike Shanahan
was a great coach for the Broncos for a long time. Any way you choose to cut it, this is a sad day in Broncos history
"Be not like dumb-driven cattle...."
by jcps on Dec 30, 2008 4:10 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Very sad news...
…but can’t say it is a complete shock.
Bill Cowher please!
Franklin Gutierrez: "PMR likes him. UZR loves him. Plus/minus had sex with him on Adam Everett's coffee table." - Jeff Sullivan
by coffee on Dec 30, 2008 4:12 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Seconded
I want Shanahan back…but if I can’t have him, then I want someone who knows how to build a defense
"...The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming.."
--Teddy Roosevelt, The Man in the Arena
by Loveland310 on Dec 30, 2008 4:17 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe
He was asked to step down as VP of football operations and stay as HEAD COACH…And then Shanny said no, it’s either all or nothing, and Bowlen said OK then you have to go????
"...The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming.."
--Teddy Roosevelt, The Man in the Arena
by Loveland310 on Dec 30, 2008 4:16 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
That's my thinking.
I think that’s exactly what happened.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:22 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
i was thinking the same thing
its the only thing that makes sense. this has happened too fast
by purplesocks on Dec 30, 2008 5:36 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Semi-mutual
My guess is this was semi-mutual. That Bowlen asked Shanny if he still has the fire or would he rather be bought out of his contract. Maybe talk about relinquishing some responsibility.
Bob Slowik for head coach!!!! I kid, I kid.
by GaryP on Dec 30, 2008 5:50 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
This is a move i've been wanting for 4 years now.
Shanny is a great coach but change is needed. BRING IN SHOTINHEIMER
by The Villyn on Dec 30, 2008 4:17 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Shotty hates us.
Plus, who wants conservative MARTYball with a QB like JC?
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by kwool79 on Dec 30, 2008 4:18 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Schotty?
HELL NO
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:22 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Lol
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:35 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
no never
OVERRATED
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:38 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
WTF, WTF, WTF, WTF!!!!??
NOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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by kwool79 on Dec 30, 2008 4:18 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
not gonna say if I agree or disagree
but like most of you said, I am shocked! I thought shanny would be here pretty much as long as he wanted, I thought he was untouchable.
by nebraskasux on Dec 30, 2008 4:19 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
So did I...
Best coach we ever had. Sad to see him go.
Grammar is not a time of waste
by Patrick517 on Dec 30, 2008 5:52 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Shocked
Completely, utterly slack-jawed.
by Hobnail_Boot on Dec 30, 2008 4:19 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
This is the end of our great club.
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by kwool79 on Dec 30, 2008 4:20 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Initial reaction
I am shocked by this transgression, only because I never, in my wildest dreams thought Bowlen would fire Shannahan. I do have to say though, I am reinvigorated with excitement by this move. The Broncos have fallen into a trap of mediocrity not seen by this organization in quite some time. It seems as if Shannahan is losing his edge and has become stale to the players. Sometimes all you need is new blood to get things kick-started again. You also have to realistically sit down and look at what we are losing here. Lets face it, the Broncos have been a very, very ordinary team since 1998. We have had 1 single playoff win and now 3 straight seasons of missing the playoffs. Top that off with Shannahan’s lackluster personnel moves and his teams consistently fading and getting worse as the season wears on and I am not too sure we are not going to be in better hands as of now with someone else. People talk about us being such a great team, but, like I said, we really haven’t been. Just look at the facts.
by RyanBuff on Dec 30, 2008 4:21 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Shanahan as VP/GM? No. Shanahan as coach? Yes.
I’ll miss him as a coach MUCH more than I’ll miss him as a GM.
Franklin Gutierrez: "PMR likes him. UZR loves him. Plus/minus had sex with him on Adam Everett's coffee table." - Jeff Sullivan
by coffee on Dec 30, 2008 4:23 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
wow...
never thought i’d see this day….
"They need security in the world, Craig!"
by Tuna Helper on Dec 30, 2008 4:23 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
A dark horse candidate
Might very well be Troy Calhoun of the Air Force Academy. He is a very solid coach and has ties to the organization.
by RyanBuff on Dec 30, 2008 4:23 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
W.T.F.
I drove 45 minutes to get to a computer so I could hear your opinions on this. WTF is going on? Who is available? Will Shanarat (we call him this now.) hate us like he hates Oakland?
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:23 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
When a coach is fired, how long does it usually take before a replacement is named?
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:24 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Depends
Could be tomorow, could take weeks. My guess is Bowlen has a guy lined up and it will be a quick process.
by RyanBuff on Dec 30, 2008 4:25 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I think it will bwe quick as well.
I don’t think Bowlen would do this unless he was sure he has a good replacement lined up and ready.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:27 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Don't forget the Rooney Rule
Unless they plan on hiring a minority, they have to at least interviw one.
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:29 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Tom Jackson made an interesting point.
Pat Bowlen hasn’t had to interview a head coach in 14 years. I hope he takes his time and picks the right guy for the job.
Unless Cowher wants it tonight, then make the move!
Franklin Gutierrez: "PMR likes him. UZR loves him. Plus/minus had sex with him on Adam Everett's coffee table." - Jeff Sullivan
by coffee on Dec 30, 2008 4:26 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I dont think cowher
He wont go to NY without total controll and I dont see Bowlen giving 1 person Shannys control
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by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:28 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I agree and disagree
Wont be Cowher but because of money., not power. I think Bowlen would give Cowher complete control to get them to the SB, but I think he owes Shanahan something like $20 million for the next 3 years and Cowher is gonna cost about $10 million a year.
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:32 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
well cowher
wont even talk to NYJ without being offered total control
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by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:39 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
WHO?
I understand the move but who could be better this year?
by The Dugan01 on Dec 30, 2008 4:26 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I am pissed...
Who is any better?
Welcome to the coaching carousel everyone where we get a new head coach every two years. This totally sucks. Goodbye to our 3rd year of a 5 year plan. Can you say starting over?
I guess I should wait to see what happens, but I think this is a very very bad move by Bowlen. I’m extremely disappointed.
I wish Shanny luck in whatever avenue his new road leads him. I think dark days are ahead for the Broncos, unless they get Cowher (who has expressed interest in the Jets, but because his daughters work and live in the area). I fear he won’t be coming to Denver.
by CalgaryFan on Dec 30, 2008 4:27 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
There is appeal here for Cowher.
He wants total control of personell decisions. Bowlen can give him the power and the money. You know you’ll have job security in Denver that’s for sure.
Franklin Gutierrez: "PMR likes him. UZR loves him. Plus/minus had sex with him on Adam Everett's coffee table." - Jeff Sullivan
by coffee on Dec 30, 2008 4:29 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I AM JACKS COMPLETE LACK OF SUPRISE!
To all who called for his head you got what you wished for now reap what you sew. Careful what you wish for. I hope Bowlen has Cowher in mind the ONLY logical replacement. Thank you Mike for everything you brought to this Great city! GOOD LUCK! Just don’t stay in the AFC West.
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
by monodono on Dec 30, 2008 4:28 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
WOW
I am in total shock. My dad texted me and I thought he was joking. I am sad today. I dont feel good right now about next season. Another Dc, a new philosophy.
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:28 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
total, utter shock
I’m just stunned. I can see taking away GM responsibilites, but this just blows me away. I’m very dissappointed. Many teams are struggling to find good coaches, and we have an excellent one. They better have a seriously good option in mind. I think Denver will be very attractive to available coaches, but WOW.
"Don't be an ass!" --Bill King
by batgirl on Dec 30, 2008 4:28 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
How?
Because we fired 1 coach after 13 seasons or whatever it was.
by RyanBuff on Dec 30, 2008 4:30 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
No
firing coaches each season is becoming like the raiders. Or being like the chargers and firing a coach after going 14-2. Denver has had 4 coaches since 1977. That was a dumb comment
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by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:34 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I didnt say that we have become tthe raiders
im just asking if this could be the first sign of trouble ahead
by broncofan91 on Dec 30, 2008 4:44 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
you need to look
at the faders history. 7 coaches in 7 years. compared to 4 in 32
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by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:46 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
okay the raider comparison was a little harsh
what i was trying to ask is are we in trouble?
by broncofan91 on Dec 30, 2008 4:53 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
fair enuff
i dunno I dont think so . . . . .
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by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:54 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Our owner isn't completely senile....
…yet.
Franklin Gutierrez: "PMR likes him. UZR loves him. Plus/minus had sex with him on Adam Everett's coffee table." - Jeff Sullivan
by coffee on Dec 30, 2008 4:30 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
3 coaches since Reeves was hired
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 4:32 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Please do not...
Take Alex Gibbs or Kyle Shanahan away from my team.
www.HoustonDiehards.com
by HoustonDiehards on Dec 30, 2008 4:30 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Can we trade for Kubes?
You can have Lower Downtown if we can have Kubes.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:31 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Can't imagine Kyle would agree to replace his dad :-)
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:32 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Think of Bates this year here...
No way is Kyle coming, but the situation must have been awkward for the Bates’s.
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:38 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I keep forgetting about that because Jeremy was here before they hired Jim
And they are opposite sides of the ball, but yeah.
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Not to replace - but to be on the offensive staff, like as OC
www.HoustonDiehards.com
by HoustonDiehards on Dec 30, 2008 4:50 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
makes perfect sense
knowledgeable football people have said for a while that, while Shanny was a great coach, he’s been a so-so GM. My guess is Bowlen finally decided this was true. Being a decisive, successful businessman there was no reason to take half measure.
now I look for him to bring in a GM and have the GM build a coaching staff. That or he brings in seperate GM and head coach himself.
by SlowWhiteGuy on Dec 30, 2008 4:32 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Torn In Two.
Can’t say I’m upset, let alone angered, by the move. That said, I’m certainly not thrilled. It’ll all depend on who we bring in (see: replacing Shotty with Norv in SD or Wade replacing Parcells in Dallas) but I’m oddly excited by the move. Honestly, I’m most disappointed by the fact that he didn’t resign (I’m almost sure he was asked to) and that he’ll likely land somewhere else in the AFC. I wish him all the best and hope Bowlen knows what he’s doing…
Here we go again: http://thefulldeck.blogspot.com/
by ejruiz on Dec 30, 2008 4:33 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I want someone like Mike Tomlin.
Young and with a vision.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:34 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Can we start a running list of who's, who that is available to replace Shananan.
Can we steal away Kub from the Texans. He would keep the team formilliar to us bronco’s fans
Dynamics with the muscle advantage
Jay Cutler on dust, when I blam sh*t !
by AllinWithMyCards on Dec 30, 2008 4:35 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
NNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!
www.HoustonDiehards.com
by HoustonDiehards on Dec 30, 2008 4:51 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I HOPE HE DOES'NT GO TO KC!
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
by monodono on Dec 30, 2008 4:35 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Please God no...anywhere but KC, SD, or OAK.
by broncoholic on Dec 30, 2008 4:36 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Anywhere in the NFC
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 4:36 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I think he'll end up in Dallas or New York.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:37 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Shanny and T.O would be interesting to watch
and all the other players over there.
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 4:38 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I want someone who WON'T COACH DOWN TO HIS LEVEL OF OPPOSITION.
Please? I want to beat the Raiders, Chiefs, Bills, Jaguars, and Chargers.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:36 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
How do you guys feel about Mangini?
Some reports are pointing that way…It’s still too early to tell though.
by phantom818 on Dec 30, 2008 4:36 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I don't like Mangini.
He looks like a penguin.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:36 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
and he's a tool
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:37 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
No no no no no....NO
"...The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming.."
--Teddy Roosevelt, The Man in the Arena
by Loveland310 on Dec 30, 2008 4:37 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I think he will be a good coach, but needs to spend a year or two as an assistant first
Definitely no to Romeo Crennel.
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:37 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Bad move Bowlen
I understand the desire for the change after the dismal performance of the defense overall and the collapse of the team down the stretch. But the Guru was right in calling for stability. I don’t want an offensive minded coach coming in with a new system. I would be fine with Jeremy Bates continuing to run the offense. If we bring in a defensive coach that means a new system and probably getting rid of Slowick. This would be the 5th defensive system in almost as many yerars. Maybe it’ll work, but I doubt it for 2009.
But since the move is made, I don’t think it will be Cowher who replaces him. As I said, I would prefer a defensive minded coach so maybe Steve Spagnulo from the Giants or Jim Johnson of the Eagles.
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:37 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
+1 Johnson
I think Johnson would be a good choice, although he is a little long in the tooth (which IMHO is the only reason he’s available). He comes from a West Coast offensive team and presumably would stick with the Shanahan offense. He’s a 4-3 guy and his attacking defensive style would make better use of Bly and Baily. I think he could also use Dumerville and Moss more effectively. He totally turned around the Eagle’s defense in 1999 and has kept them there since.
by Snaggins on Dec 30, 2008 8:26 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I'm shocked--but I might have a clue
There’s a bunch of news out there that Bill Parcells is getting out of his contract with Miami (at full pay) because Miami is being sold. It wouldn’t surprise me if Parcells is a target of Bowlen.
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:37 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Parcells doesn't like to work with star QBs
by broncoholic on Dec 30, 2008 4:38 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Cutler is not a star yet--
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:39 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Over my shock, here's my next wave of thoughts..
1) GM Shanahan got Coach Shanahan fired. Talent evaluation on the D side of the ball has been atrocious for at least a few years now.
2) 1-4 in the playoffs since Elway retired 10 years ago.
by Hobnail_Boot on Dec 30, 2008 4:37 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I'm in Shock. I think this is a horrible move. Horrible!!!
The only replacement I would want is Kubs and that won’t happen.
by ThorpeBroncosfan on Dec 30, 2008 4:38 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Wait, what?
/Maniacal laugh….
/confusion…
/maniacal laugh…
/confusion….
by RaiderPete on Dec 30, 2008 4:38 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
YOU CAN'T HAVE HIM!!!!!!
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:39 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Now there are two teams Shanny won't coach
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 4:40 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Think he'll hate us like he hates the raiders now?
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:41 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Not unless Bowlen refuses to pay him
Touchdowns win championships? Seriously, get a freakin defense!
Hillis for starter (next year). He wears special thigh pads so his solid brass balls don't give him repeated thigh contusions.
by 53guys on Dec 30, 2008 4:46 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
No, I personally don't think he will.
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 6:51 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks Pete--kick us while we're down--just like a faider
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:40 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Dude I'm shocked
but as a Raider fan it’s ultimately good news.
by RaiderPete on Dec 30, 2008 4:41 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
well
Denver is still better than the faiders without a coach
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by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:41 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
That means a lot
when we’ll both be watching the playoffs from the same spot.
by RaiderPete on Dec 30, 2008 4:42 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
true
but what do you expect when a fader comes in gloating
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Not gloating, legitimately floored.
Were there even whispers of this?
by RaiderPete on Dec 30, 2008 4:44 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
That is what surprises me.
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 4:44 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
not that I have heard
I am so shocked. I do bet Al is happy now
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
He was happy for about 3 minutes until he forgot who and where he was
Alzheimers is a terrible thing.
by RaiderPete on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Wow
I think I just fell out of my chair, that was funny!
"If you don't know where your going you might find yourself somplace else."
by BroncoJoe87 on Dec 30, 2008 4:57 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
LMAO
Nice…thanks for the comments RaiderPete…it is nice to have Raider fans post who aren’t just talking trash. :)
I don’t want breakaway speed. I want break-some-poor-fool-as-I-bowl-you-over power getting 6 yards off a play that should have been stopped for 2 at most.
by sadaraine on Dec 30, 2008 5:12 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
It wouldn't surprise me if Parcells came in a VP and GM--and he will suprise us with a coach
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:38 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
no to parcells
he has no loyalty to a team and has no problem in destroying players in the long term to help him in the short term
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:39 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
F PARCELLS!!!
Seriously, there’s no one I hate more than that fat bastard.
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:41 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Can't argue with his results
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:42 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
He's a great A RICHARD!
He’s got a 2-3 year window at best. He’s not a fit in Denver.
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
He'll just keep doing it. Each year a different club. The Larry Brown of pro football.
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:40 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
As a VP maybe.
NOT as a coach.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:40 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Parcells will never coach again--it would be as VP GM only
In fact it wouldn’t surprise me if Bowlen askd Shanny to stay as coach—and he stepped down
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Parcells is wishful thinking. Financially it would make sense for him though.
by ThorpeBroncosfan on Dec 30, 2008 4:39 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Thorpe--A Parcells move wouldn't surprise me.
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:41 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I think Cowher may be MORE wishful thinking than Parcells at this point.
But I do agree, both are big name cross your finger situations.
by phantom818 on Dec 30, 2008 4:41 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I don't want Parcells.
DO NOT WANT!!!
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:42 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Hey man, I just want someone that'll help us win.
I don’t care who it is lol
And, as the latest NFL success stories suggest…go ‘small name’ or go home!
by phantom818 on Dec 30, 2008 4:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
AMEN AMEN AMEN
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Someone please explain to me
Why is this such a bad move? What greatness are we missing here? Does anyone really think the Broncos have been a great football team the last 10 years? They have pretty much defined mediocrity. I haven’t been drinking the Shannahan kool-aid for a while now. I just don’t see it anymore.
by RyanBuff on Dec 30, 2008 4:40 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
They went to the AFC championship three years ago.
Half the teams in the league haven’t been to the playoffs in the past five years. This is Miami’s first trip since 2001.
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:41 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
How many teams would be happy with 91-69 over the past 10 years?
Four playoff berths, two losing seasons, one conference championship appearance.
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:42 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
We've gone from being the punching bag of the league to being the talk of the league.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:42 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
depending on the coach chosen, will free agents want to come to Denver?
I can see Denver sliding down the list for a lot of players.
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
punching bag
I think Dallas is more the league punching bag. At least this years Broncos were not Super Bowl favorites.
by InYoFace on Dec 30, 2008 4:44 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Romeo Crennell
overcompensate for your defensive woes
by RaiderPete on Dec 30, 2008 4:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
No to the pound puppy
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
as in, he's still alive!
LOL
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:47 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
No to the toad spirit.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:48 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
he was here already between Mike and Reeves
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:48 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
he rode "bitch" till shanny was hired
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:49 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
would want FatBastard back in Denver anyways
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:52 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
i also don't want to see KSK do endless skits on him as our coach
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:53 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
What about the scripted plays?
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:43 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Someone in the other post compared it to breaking up with a girlfriend...
What about the scripted plays… what about the small o-line… rememer that time he ate a booger
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
booger eater!
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
What about Scott Pioli for the front office?
He’s gotten permission to talk to Cleveland. Or do people feel he is just a puppet in the New England machine and Belichik is behind all the success? I honestly don’t know and I’m curious what others think. I’d love to get someone who can really evaluate talent.
"Don't be an ass!" --Bill King
by batgirl on Dec 30, 2008 4:44 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Maybe that's the reason for the urgency.
No Rooney rule for the front office.
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:46 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Scott Pioli
This was just mentioned at profootballtalk.com.
"Be not like dumb-driven cattle...."
by jcps on Dec 30, 2008 5:00 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
then its as solid as water
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 5:03 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
For the love of the animals. 24
by Earthtiger24 on Dec 30, 2008 5:05 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
GM/Head Coach
No way Bowlen hires anoter GM/Coach
Look for Pioli (GM-Pats) and Spagnulo (D Coordinator NYG) to pop up a lot.
Denver’s offense doesn’t need Shanny anymore. And he’s not a good speacil teams or defensive head coach, so why keep him.
I’m bummed though.
by super7 on Dec 30, 2008 4:44 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I wouldn't mind Spagnolo.
Sounds like a mobster.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Aw, Spagnulo would be great....except for the fact he's chilling out in the playoffs right now.
….for the defense I mean
by phantom818 on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
How about the NE connection...
Pioli – McDanials.
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:46 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I know I'm talking to a dead conversation, but
Super7 hit the nail on the head. When you have an offense with this much talent, that is being called by the OC, whats the point of keeping an offensive mastermind who would rather be a GM?
This is coming from a longtime Shanny defender, but there comes a point where if you are loosing against your division, you have to fire the coach to bring something new to the 6 division games a year. We were never going to go anywhere with the way we played against the AFC West this year.
"It's the first time that I've probably ever seen a 260 pound back run into a free safety and go flat on his back, I mean it was exciting." ~John Elway
by jibbons on Dec 30, 2008 8:35 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I have quickly moved through the five stages of grief...
…and am on to thinking about next season. There is nothing to second guess about this move. We won 1 playoff game in 10 years. Bowlen didn’t want to look in the mirror any longer and see Jerry Jones’s face!
by xandervan on Dec 30, 2008 4:45 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
since Bowlen is an OU guy..
would Stoops be out of the question? just throwing it out there
by Hobnail_Boot on Dec 30, 2008 4:47 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I hope he wouldn't be
Although I don’t love the idea of college coaches coming to the NFL. There hasn’t been a very good track record of success.
by RyanBuff on Dec 30, 2008 4:48 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
interesting
and then think about the ripples as that may affect Sam Bradford’s decision to stay or go pro …
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:48 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
imagine that scenario + Bradford in KC
who knows, I’m moving on
by Hobnail_Boot on Dec 30, 2008 4:52 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Denny Green!!
THEY ARE WHO WE THOUGHT THEY WERE!
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:48 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
can we get the entire coors light crew?
maybe rotate them through every couple weeks
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 4:49 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
You think shannahan will end up on one of those commercials if he doesn’t work next year?
by InYoFace on Dec 30, 2008 4:50 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Forget them.
MIKE GUNDY. For the win.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:51 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
he's an idiot and a bad coach
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:49 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
What does Horvil Tiki haveto say about this?
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:48 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
How about Horvil for coach?
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:49 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
He had those great blitzes earlier in the year...
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:50 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
You win.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:50 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Horvil Tiki for coach--nice thought Butte
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:50 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
The pressers would be epic.
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:51 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Horvil CHOP hole dfens from team body, resine 1977 start men for purpose of makey tremendos oranj crusher...
I haven’t heard from Tiki in a while, I may have to go read the post
"It's the first time that I've probably ever seen a 260 pound back run into a free safety and go flat on his back, I mean it was exciting." ~John Elway
by jibbons on Dec 30, 2008 8:42 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, where is Horvil
with his unique Tikiisms
Touchdowns win championships? Seriously, get a freakin defense!
Hillis for starter (next year). He wears special thigh pads so his solid brass balls don't give him repeated thigh contusions.
by 53guys on Dec 30, 2008 4:50 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I will say this, if we get Cowher...
than you can bet a lot of FA will want to come here.
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:50 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Like Derrick Ward?
Then yes. I want Cowher.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:51 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
screw derrick ward
give me Brandon Jacobs!
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:52 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
nope
he will want full control
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:52 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I love Pete Carrol...
I think he’ll go down as the best college coach in history. I hope he never leaves SC. Maybe he has some scores to settle up here, but I hope he’s not our guy. For some reason I just don’t see it. If we go college, I would like to see Urban Meyer. He and Mike can switch jobs.
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 4:55 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Screw Carrol
Let me see him do that outside of USC.
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:57 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
well
he kind of does, both USC and Denver pays their players
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:59 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
holic--we'll see
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:53 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I still think Parcells to take VP an GM positions
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:52 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Bowlen has ties to Fassel, please NO!
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
by monodono on Dec 30, 2008 4:52 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Actually---and you all will hate this--I'd rather have marty Schott than Cowher
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 4:54 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I vote for neither
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:55 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Mike, put down the crack pipe/
j/k. I’m not into Schottenheimer at all.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:55 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
What's Marty's record in Denver????
awful, thats what
"It's the first time that I've probably ever seen a 260 pound back run into a free safety and go flat on his back, I mean it was exciting." ~John Elway
by jibbons on Dec 30, 2008 8:45 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I see no glee here......
………..but, I do see a beginning, not an end. I’m already on record this was needed. He was a good coach, but the time (by the record the last three years ) has come…….what’s the saying ; ‘enough is enough’. Whomever is choosen , I’ll give him the support any new coach deserves…..and, I thank Mike for all he gave us and wish him nothing but the best…..
by rockymtnfan on Dec 30, 2008 4:55 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
In my mind, it’s completely out of respect that I refuse to talk about potential replacements until after his press conference. This man brought this franchise not only its greatest glory, but out of the woods and into a national spotlight that no other Denver franchise has ever achieved. Because of him, Denver was no longer thought of as a cow town in a “Where’s that?” state.
Personally, I’m completely heart-broken as I have loved no other Bronco more than Mike Shanahan. He is my guy until the end, and I hope like hell he goes to the NFC and we never have to face him.
I appreciate all of the hard work and dedication he brought the organization as his level of loyalty is extremely rare and he will forever be a Denver Bronco in my mind.
I’m honestly saddened to see so many people here ready to move on so quickly from a man who has brought us so much.
They call me Bubblegum.
by SlamDunkTheFunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:56 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
i agree with you
I am floored, Shanny is the best coach Denver has ever had
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:57 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I’m sad too. But I maybe the only Bronco fan that is undecided if this is good or not. I’m not sure what to think.
by InYoFace on Dec 30, 2008 4:58 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I think most of us are in that exact state
"If you don't know where your going you might find yourself somplace else."
by BroncoJoe87 on Dec 30, 2008 5:22 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
re: moving on
I think a lot of it is shock combined with trying to figure out how this makes the Broncos a better team.
But I hear ya. And I appreciate every Mike Shanahan did over the past 21 years. (I almost want to see him end up with the Jets since I live 15 min from their HQ/training camp)
by MattR on Dec 30, 2008 5:00 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I agree with everything except the idea that we owe it to Mike not to talk about his replacement yet
This is a Denver Broncos blog, not a Mike Shanahan blog, our allegiance is to the greater glory of the Broncos.
"It's the first time that I've probably ever seen a 260 pound back run into a free safety and go flat on his back, I mean it was exciting." ~John Elway
by jibbons on Dec 30, 2008 8:47 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
That's fine
if you won’t take at least the rest of the day to mourn the loss, but I will. I seriously feel like a very close friend of mine has just died. Shanahan helped usher in my love of the Broncos when I was pretty young, and if I could have a Shanahan jersey, I would buy it immediately. Life as a Broncos fan without Shanahan already hurts. I’m taking this way too hard, I’m sure, but talking about a replacement just feels like a betrayal of my trust.
They call me Bubblegum.
by SlamDunkTheFunk on Dec 30, 2008 9:11 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
KOA is talking about Elway as HC.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:57 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
broncos radio station in denver
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:58 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Denver sports talk station.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:58 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
a campground
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
by monodono on Dec 30, 2008 4:59 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
never in a million years
then again I also said Mike would never get fired either
somethings wrong, Trying to conquer these fears i thought were gone. And it's been so long, I'm dying to live in a world i don't belong
by broncfanstuckinsd on Dec 30, 2008 4:58 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
"Choose the sword, and you will join me. Choose the ball and you join your mother, in death. You don’t understand my words, but you must choose. So… come boy, choose life or death."
by ButteBronco on Dec 30, 2008 6:26 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
where is guru?
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 4:57 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
In cardiac arrest.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 4:58 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
He is trying to collect his thought for the show.
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 4:59 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
realisticltly losin last 3 of season
those were on his shouldrers
by robbo650 on Dec 30, 2008 4:59 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I'm here, guys...
MHR Radio tonight at 9PMest / 7Pm mst
-TSG
SBNation's Denver Broncos Blogger
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Questions, Comments...E-Mail Me!
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by John Bena on Dec 30, 2008 4:59 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Not me.
Someone else said it earlier. I sent him an e-mail about it, though.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 5:02 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
So you done with your heart attack.
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 5:00 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
sweet!!!!
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I'll bring the beer!
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
who's it gonna be Cowher, Tuna, Green?...
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
by monodono on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Actually my favorite choice would be Boise State' head coach Chris Peterson
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I want some orange turf.
"During MHR Radio we laugh, sing, listen, shed a few tears, and learn all of Papi's dirty secrets." -TSG 12/7/08
by papigrande on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
lol
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Tonight will be the most interesting MHR show to date.
"It doesn't dissipate" ~ Mike Shanahan
Cutler's 4th qtr/OT game winning drives: 9
by weazel on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I also hear Guru will do the show in the buff to bump the ratings up even more!
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Wow
Is this an attractive enough job for Cowher?
MHH: Shagging Dater one contributor at a time.
by Bob in Boulder on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
To all you that keep saying Cowher or Kubiak...
… just not gonna happen. We need a Tomlin/Soprano type. A first timer that will bring energy into this organization.
And by talking about a replacement, we aren’t disgracing him or anything were just trying to dance around our own shock.
Next to John, there is no Broncos I’ve ever loved as much as mikee…
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:01 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
not even as much as Sammy Winder?
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 5:02 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
:) LOL
I wish Woody Paige was our coach!
by bcfunk on Dec 30, 2008 5:02 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Okay I loved Sauerburn, all punters should take roids..
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:03 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I wish we could get Kubiak
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 5:04 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Mike, don't do me like that, buddy!!
LOL – I’m glad that our guy is so coveted.
I’ve gotten into a lot of flame wars with Texans fans who wanted Kubiak fired. I’ve defended him endlessly. I actually wanted Kubiak as our first HC in 2002, but I can understand why he didn’t get the job. I think he’s gonna be in Houston for a long, long time.
www.HoustonDiehards.com
by HoustonDiehards on Dec 30, 2008 5:43 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I know he is gone ... kuby can't come back
Whaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh!!
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 8:18 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Chris Peterson is a perfectionist in teaching execution--there is no-one better
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 5:02 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I'd take Peterson but I rather have someone that comes from a winning NFL organization.
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:03 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
That's where Parcells come's in as VP and GM...........with Peterson as coach
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 5:04 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I want a big name to follow up Shanny.
by broncoholic on Dec 30, 2008 5:03 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
That's just stupid...
I rather have someone make a big name in Denver
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:04 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
What's really stupid was that Shanny was fired in the first place.
by broncoholic on Dec 30, 2008 5:05 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Amen brother..
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:05 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I agree Remember Shanny was a fired coach when he came here
The best defense is a good offense!
by Mike Clark on Dec 30, 2008 5:06 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
just throwing a name out there mike nolan or jeremy bates?
by robbo650 on Dec 30, 2008 5:03 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
I like Mike BOOOO on Bates!
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
by monodono on Dec 30, 2008 5:04 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
No and no even though I think Nolan is a good coach.
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:04 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
All I can say is WOW WOW WOW!!!
I do not think any of us saw this coming. I think that Bowlen sat down with shanny and said " I want you as my HC but not as the GM" And Shanny said no thanks. Now I do not like this move because I do not think there is anyone else out there that is on the same level as Shanny( coach wise). This just shocks me.
Now moving forward. I guarantee you Bowlen brings in a GM first and then allows the GM to build a coaching staff just like Parcells did in Miami. I look at Scott Pioli from the Pats as a possiblity. That is the way to build a football team/organization. Bowlin will not bring in a head coach first and then the GM it will go the other way around.
I STILL CAN NOT BELIEVE THIS I AM IN TOTAL SHOCK
by gnarlybroncodude on Dec 30, 2008 5:05 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
Pioli would make me very, very, VERY happy
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:06 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
MONEYBALL time!!
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:08 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Coyer ?????
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
by monodono on Dec 30, 2008 5:10 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
We are doomed - 2 and 14 next year
We can say good bye to having a different running back going over 1000 yards every year. Instead of playing to go to the play offs in the last game of every season, we can compete with Detroit for 1 round draft picks.
This was the worst move in Bronco history. I am sure that Shanahan will be back in the playoffs in the next 2 years. And he will be the hottest coach available this off season. I bet the Cowboys take a look at weather they really want Wade Phillips and not Shanahan.
Bowlen is a fool!!!
by strak3 on Dec 30, 2008 5:07 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
We haven't had a back go for 1000 in like 3 years dude...
We will be a better team next year, I promise. But that doesn’t make this a good move
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:09 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Tatum Bell in 2006 made 1000 in 2006
And Selvin Young went for 729 last year with 231 recieving yards. I am sure the running backs where every Shanahan ends up will end up going over 1000.
This year was a fluke because of the injurys – I am sure Pitman would have broke 1000 if he started 16 games, and Hillis was amazing.
by strak3 on Dec 30, 2008 5:32 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I don't think you can say we're doomed till we know who the next HC is gonna be. If Bill Cowher comes then we might have a shot.
by broncoholic on Dec 30, 2008 5:09 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
He will never ever come.....
If he does, I’ll get his face tattooed on my ass
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:10 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
Bobby Turner didn't get fired
& I think injuries had more to do with the RB slump we’ve gone through than Shanny. I am hoping to see a stronger Offense next year when we can throw and RUN, Shanny or no Shanny.
"It's the first time that I've probably ever seen a 260 pound back run into a free safety and go flat on his back, I mean it was exciting." ~John Elway
by jibbons on Dec 30, 2008 9:10 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
I'll step up for GM...
I just won back to back championships in denver in Madden… My first move was trading Elvis for Steve Breaston :)
Yes, I'm a Diamondback and Suns fan. So you may be wondering, "Why does this fool like the Broncos so much?"
A: The Cardinals are too hard of a pill to swallow. Oh yeah and that Elway dude....
by Elway4Prez on Dec 30, 2008 5:07 PM MST reply actions 0 recs
ive won 3 of 4
and i just traded royal for 2 first round picks and ed reed
by robbo650 on Dec 30, 2008 5:10 PM MST up reply actions 0 recs
How do you trade royal even in madden
that is just wrong lol