Maelstrom787
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Frank Smith is the current Dolphins offensive coordinator under young phenom Mike McDaniel. Frank doesn't call plays, but he does assist with the implementation of the entire offense. Recently voted as the top offensive coordinator in the league by a large NFLPA survey answered by almost every NFL player according to the amount of votes.
The Dolphins have been Shanahan-tree madness this year let down by a limited quarterback. They run more two-back sets than any other team in the NFL, and they have a yards per play that is outside of the orbit of any other team in the NFL other than the Niners.
Frank Smith wasn't born in that new-wave Shanahan world. He was the assistant coach of the Saints OL from 2010-2014. Moved on to coach TEs with the Bears and Raiders. Coordinated the run game and coached the OL of the Chargers in 2021 before landing his current gig.
Frank's got a bit of everything. Bit of Reid tree, bit of experience under Payton, and now experience coordinating the offense that's breaking the NFL. His background in the run game is especially appealing given the identity issues we've experienced on offense.
Frank coordinates one of the most efficient rushing attacks in NFL history currently.
He'll have to answer for how much of this is McDaniel's masterwork and how much of it is his, but if you're looking to capture the success of the Shanahan offense that can run through you and pass around you, Frank Smith is probably the premier candidate for that.
The current Shanahan 21 offense will be figured out eventually, just like the McVay 11 has. Will Frank Smith be able to guide the ship once it is? Well... fair to wonder. Frank is green as they come. No playcalling experience. It'll depend on the lessons that he's learned from the other offensive geniuses in the NFL, and if he's ready to put his own touches on his remasters of the greatest hits.
On the personal side, Frank Smith is beloved by his players. Ask Darren Waller how much Frank Smith means to him personally, for an example. I don't have any concerns about his temperament. Good guy.
Feel free to discuss Frank's candidacy below.
Resume attached for further background.
The Dolphins have been Shanahan-tree madness this year let down by a limited quarterback. They run more two-back sets than any other team in the NFL, and they have a yards per play that is outside of the orbit of any other team in the NFL other than the Niners.
Frank Smith wasn't born in that new-wave Shanahan world. He was the assistant coach of the Saints OL from 2010-2014. Moved on to coach TEs with the Bears and Raiders. Coordinated the run game and coached the OL of the Chargers in 2021 before landing his current gig.
Frank's got a bit of everything. Bit of Reid tree, bit of experience under Payton, and now experience coordinating the offense that's breaking the NFL. His background in the run game is especially appealing given the identity issues we've experienced on offense.
Frank coordinates one of the most efficient rushing attacks in NFL history currently.
He'll have to answer for how much of this is McDaniel's masterwork and how much of it is his, but if you're looking to capture the success of the Shanahan offense that can run through you and pass around you, Frank Smith is probably the premier candidate for that.
The current Shanahan 21 offense will be figured out eventually, just like the McVay 11 has. Will Frank Smith be able to guide the ship once it is? Well... fair to wonder. Frank is green as they come. No playcalling experience. It'll depend on the lessons that he's learned from the other offensive geniuses in the NFL, and if he's ready to put his own touches on his remasters of the greatest hits.
On the personal side, Frank Smith is beloved by his players. Ask Darren Waller how much Frank Smith means to him personally, for an example. I don't have any concerns about his temperament. Good guy.
Feel free to discuss Frank's candidacy below.
Resume attached for further background.
