So how do you feel about Fassel coaching the Faiders? - The Orange Mane

BroncoDoug · 11-17-2008, 12:01 PM

Jim Fassel has stepped up his campaign to become an NFL head coach again in the most interesting of ways.

A team source tells ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen that Fassel recently sent a handwritten letter to Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis, expressing his respect and admiration for Davis and his desire to coach the embattled franchise.

Fassel last worked in the league as offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens from 2003 until his dismissal midway through the 2006 season. He was head coach of the New York Giants from 1997 until the team fired him after the 2003 season.

Fassel was 60-56-1 in seven seasons with the Giants and led the club to a Super Bowl XXXV appearance against Baltimore. He had two interviews with the Washington Redskins last offseason before owner Daniel Snyder ultimately decided to hire Jim Zorn as his coach.

Al Davis on Kiffin firing

Raiders owner Al Davis explains his reasons for firing coach Lane Kiffin in his September News Conference.

Lane Kiffin was fired by Davis on Sept. 30 after Oakland started 1-3, with the job going to offensive line coach Tom Cable on an interim basis. The Raiders are 1-4 under Cable. Kiffin, meanwhile, has filed a grievance against Davis in an attempt to collect the remaining money on his contract.

The upheaval within the coaching staff has yet to abate. Davis, it turns out, stripped offensive coordinator Greg Knapp of play-calling duties, a source told Mortensen. Cable said last week that he relieved Knapp of his duties before a Week 10 loss to the Carolina Panthers and would remain in that role for the rest of the season.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3706260

LittleFloyd · 11-17-2008, 12:02 PM

That would be good for the Broncos, another failure as coach to the Faiders.

Meck77 · 11-17-2008, 12:03 PM

Desperation.

BroncoDoug · 11-17-2008, 12:05 PM

I agree, to WANT to coach the raiders is an extreme act of desperation...

cmhargrove · 11-17-2008, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Doug

Jim Fassel has stepped up his campaign to become an NFL head coach again in the most interesting of ways.

A team source tells ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen that Fassel recently sent a handwritten letter to Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis, expressing his respect and admiration for Davis and his desire to coach the embattled franchise.

Fassel last worked in the league as offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens from 2003 until his dismissal midway through the 2006 season. He was head coach of the New York Giants from 1997 until the team fired him after the 2003 season.

Fassel was 60-56-1 in seven seasons with the Giants and led the club to a Super Bowl XXXV appearance against Baltimore. He had two interviews with the Washington Redskins last offseason before owner Daniel Snyder ultimately decided to hire Jim Zorn as his coach.

Al Davis on Kiffin firing

Raiders owner Al Davis explains his reasons for firing coach Lane Kiffin in his September News Conference.

Lane Kiffin was fired by Davis on Sept. 30 after Oakland started 1-3, with the job going to offensive line coach Tom Cable on an interim basis. The Raiders are 1-4 under Cable. Kiffin, meanwhile, has filed a grievance against Davis in an attempt to collect the remaining money on his contract.

The upheaval within the coaching staff has yet to abate. Davis, it turns out, stripped offensive coordinator Greg Knapp of play-calling duties, a source told Mortensen. Cable said last week that he relieved Knapp of his duties before a Week 10 loss to the Carolina Panthers and would remain in that role for the rest of the season.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3706260

What kind of a ball sucker do you have to be to write a letter of admiration to Al Davis?

Meck77 · 11-17-2008, 12:08 PM

What I'm trying to figure out is how Al Davis is going to be able to keep this team going.

He has to be going broke. People aren't going to games, people aren't buying their merchandise, and we all know what he's done to their salary cap.

Even really bad teams IE Detroit have new stadiums that keep people coming. Oakland doesn't even have a decent facility.

Add in a failing economy and my gut says the Raiders will be for sale soon.

Kaylore · 11-17-2008, 12:11 PM

"I'm going all in!"

Jason in LA · 11-17-2008, 12:13 PM

The guy really wants a job. He's barely above .500 for his coaching career. He's going to be under that by the time he's done with the Raiders.

Jason in LA · 11-17-2008, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Meck77

What I'm trying to figure out is how Al Davis is going to be able to keep this team going.

He has to be going broke. People aren't going to games, people aren't buying their merchandise, and we all know what he's done to their salary cap.

Even really bad teams IE Detroit have new stadiums that keep people coming. Oakland doesn't even have a decent facility.

Add in a failing economy and my gut says the Raiders will be for sale soon.

The Raiders should still be making money because of revenue sharing. They get a nice fat check from the league, who they hate, every year. TV money alone should keep them in business.

Paladin · 11-17-2008, 12:15 PM

Would the Faid be better in LA than the Sparkies? If one goes to LA, where does the other go? San Antonio?

Would that lead to a realignment of the Leagues again?

Crushaholic · 11-17-2008, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Meck77

What I'm trying to figure out is how Al Davis is going to be able to keep this team going.

He has to be going broke. People aren't going to games, people aren't buying their merchandise, and we all know what he's done to their salary cap.

Even really bad teams IE Detroit have new stadiums that keep people coming. Oakland doesn't even have a decent facility.

Add in a failing economy and my gut says the Raiders will be for sale soon.

I think it's still accepted gang colors. I could be mistaken. I'm out of the punk @ss hoodlum loop...

Smiling Assassin27 · 11-17-2008, 12:47 PM

well, he's not as inept as norv turner but he'll do.

Headless Hessian Rider · 11-17-2008, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaylore

"I'm going all in!"

Great finding Kaylore!!!

I love this pic....

hades · 11-17-2008, 12:56 PM

They need to look up some of his old after game interviews, he probably has some good Coors Light material.

Hey coach, someone took all our Coors Light!

broncswin · 11-17-2008, 01:03 PM

YOUR HIRED!!

DAN_BRONCO_FAN · 11-17-2008, 01:28 PM

i wanna be a raiders coach too i dont know anything about coaching i be perfect as long as al pays me. id let al coach his senile ass off. as long as i get $$$$

DAN_BRONCO_FAN · 11-17-2008, 01:29 PM

plus if im coach the broncos would set all sort of records. ill coach the raiders to help my fav team out twice a year

Bronx33 · 11-17-2008, 01:31 PM

They could put parcells in there and still suck the x factor is al davis and he is the raiders problem so you could plug any coach in there and it wouldn't work.

ScottXray · 11-17-2008, 03:05 PM

Fassel has gone INSANE! Why on Earth would anyone actually BEG
Al Davis for a job?

But since Fassel is ALMOST credible as a coach, I don't want Davis to hire him. They do have some talent and sooner or later someone is going to do something with it.

He should hire Greg Robinson....I hear he's out of a job and Davis could have complete control of the offense (like now). Best for us.

Why shouldn't GR get paid like every other HC that Davis hires and fires. Its like being a free agent .....go to Oaklannd and get paid before you get out of the league...or don't get out and take it out on the Raiders for 15-20 years!

Los Broncos · 11-17-2008, 03:10 PM

Send Turner over there.

11-17-2008, 12:01 PM	#1
BroncoDoug Ring of Famer R.I.P. D-Will and D-Nash Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Moline, IL Posts: 2,767 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	So how do you feel about Fassel coaching the Faiders? Jim Fassel has stepped up his campaign to become an NFL head coach again in the most interesting of ways. A team source tells ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen that Fassel recently sent a handwritten letter to Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis, expressing his respect and admiration for Davis and his desire to coach the embattled franchise. Fassel last worked in the league as offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens from 2003 until his dismissal midway through the 2006 season. He was head coach of the New York Giants from 1997 until the team fired him after the 2003 season. Fassel was 60-56-1 in seven seasons with the Giants and led the club to a Super Bowl XXXV appearance against Baltimore. He had two interviews with the Washington Redskins last offseason before owner Daniel Snyder ultimately decided to hire Jim Zorn as his coach. Al Davis on Kiffin firing Raiders owner Al Davis explains his reasons for firing coach Lane Kiffin in his September News Conference. Lane Kiffin was fired by Davis on Sept. 30 after Oakland started 1-3, with the job going to offensive line coach Tom Cable on an interim basis. The Raiders are 1-4 under Cable. Kiffin, meanwhile, has filed a grievance against Davis in an attempt to collect the remaining money on his contract. The upheaval within the coaching staff has yet to abate. Davis, it turns out, stripped offensive coordinator Greg Knapp of play-calling duties, a source told Mortensen. Cable said last week that he relieved Knapp of his duties before a Week 10 loss to the Carolina Panthers and would remain in that role for the rest of the season. http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3706260

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11-17-2008, 12:02 PM	#2
LittleFloyd Seasoned Veteran Kick a$$ runner. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 316 Adopt-a-Bronco: Champ Bailey	That would be good for the Broncos, another failure as coach to the Faiders.

11-17-2008, 12:03 PM	#3
Meck77 Ring of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 16,307	Desperation.

11-17-2008, 12:05 PM	#4
BroncoDoug Ring of Famer R.I.P. D-Will and D-Nash Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Moline, IL Posts: 2,767 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	I agree, to WANT to coach the raiders is an extreme act of desperation...

11-17-2008, 12:08 PM	#6
Meck77 Ring of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 16,307	What I'm trying to figure out is how Al Davis is going to be able to keep this team going. He has to be going broke. People aren't going to games, people aren't buying their merchandise, and we all know what he's done to their salary cap. Even really bad teams IE Detroit have new stadiums that keep people coming. Oakland doesn't even have a decent facility. Add in a failing economy and my gut says the Raiders will be for sale soon.

11-17-2008, 12:11 PM	#7
Kaylore 6-37, Raider fans. Yummy birds and snow! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ceti Alpha V Posts: 41,004 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Duke	"I'm going all in!"

11-17-2008, 12:13 PM	#8
Jason in LA Gimmie that rep fool! Speaking of Butts & Boob Mojo Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: LA Posts: 12,252	The guy really wants a job. He's barely above .500 for his coaching career. He's going to be under that by the time he's done with the Raiders.

11-17-2008, 12:15 PM	#10
Paladin Ring of Famer Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 9,149	Would the Faid be better in LA than the Sparkies? If one goes to LA, where does the other go? San Antonio? Would that lead to a realignment of the Leagues again?

11-17-2008, 12:47 PM	#12
Smiling Assassin27 STOP! KIPER TIME! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: In a van down by the river Posts: 10,955 Adopt-a-Bronco: Von Miller	well, he's not as inept as norv turner but he'll do.

11-17-2008, 12:56 PM	#14
hades Dallas biggest Bronco fan Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: They've done studies you know.... 60% of the time, it works every time Posts: 1,805	They need to look up some of his old after game interviews, he probably has some good Coors Light material. Hey coach, someone took all our Coors Light!

11-17-2008, 01:03 PM	#15
broncswin God I love those Broncos Bring back the hardware Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Broncos Fantasy Land Posts: 2,016 Adopt-a-Bronco: three amigos	YOUR HIRED!!

11-17-2008, 01:28 PM	#16
DAN_BRONCO_FAN golden knife winner winner of the golden knife award Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: colorado springs area Posts: 2,822 Adopt-a-Bronco: ray lewis knife	i wanna be a raiders coach too i dont know anything about coaching i be perfect as long as al pays me. id let al coach his senile ass off. as long as i get $$$$

11-17-2008, 01:29 PM	#17
DAN_BRONCO_FAN golden knife winner winner of the golden knife award Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: colorado springs area Posts: 2,822 Adopt-a-Bronco: ray lewis knife	plus if im coach the broncos would set all sort of records. ill coach the raiders to help my fav team out twice a year

11-17-2008, 01:31 PM	#18
Bronx33 lets go partner Rumpson Rocks Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lakewood,Colo Posts: 41,221 Adopt-a-Bronco: Woodyard	They could put parcells in there and still suck the x factor is al davis and he is the raiders problem so you could plug any coach in there and it wouldn't work.

11-17-2008, 03:05 PM	#19
ScottXray Opinionated A**** Love Me some PANCAKES!** Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: PDX (Portland OR) Posts: 4,660 Adopt-a-Bronco: J. D. Walton	Fassel has gone INSANE! Why on Earth would anyone actually BEG Al Davis for a job? But since Fassel is ALMOST credible as a coach, I don't want Davis to hire him. They do have some talent and sooner or later someone is going to do something with it. He should hire Greg Robinson....I hear he's out of a job and Davis could have complete control of the offense (like now). Best for us. Why shouldn't GR get paid like every other HC that Davis hires and fires. Its like being a free agent .....go to Oaklannd and get paid before you get out of the league...or don't get out and take it out on the Raiders for 15-20 years!

11-17-2008, 03:10 PM	#20
Los Broncos Ring of farmers Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Anaheim Hills, Santa Ana Mountains CA Posts: 18,766 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ryan Clady	Send Turner over there.