Seahawks request Interview with Grant Udinski

[keasley45]

Yeah he was great for two games with the Saints disappointment disappointment disappointment

I am still here. I mean, Grubb had more than 2 good games. I get that they lost an o lineman week 3. But if thats all it tskes to derail Klint... did we ever have a 100% healthy line??

Gotta be able to adapt.

 

[keasley45]

That, and his stint in Minny soubds like whst we have been deaking with here. From Justin Jefferson in 21:

"I think we should, you know, be more aggressive, when we get down there," Jefferson said. "As soon as we get down there. But I'm not the one calling the plays. I'm just here to do my job and do what was told to me. But we can't get down to the red zone that many times and come out with three points."

Not that fan opinion should determine anything, but he was not liked in Minnesota. He held the job for a year and got fired, then went to Denver to coach Russ and got fired, sat in SF fir a year before going to New Orleans where they finished the season with 5 wins after starting with 2 straight.

Minnesota had the 26th best 3rd down conversion percentage and led the league in 3 and outs under KK.

And 2 games with the Saints is supposed to be enough to show that 1 season with Shanahan made him better? I mean, he had Cousins and Jefferson in Minnesota...

Hard to get excited.

 

[Aircrew]

I like it. He does a lot of play action which we need, works well with a running game and explosive passing game. Carr looked awesome with him as well before everyone got hurt

I'm sorry, is that a hip-hop lyric or are you typing in latin? We're not too familiar with any of that kind of talk around here.

 

[Shane Falco]

That, and his stint in Minny soubds like whst we have been deaking with here. From Justin Jefferson in 21:

"I think we should, you know, be more aggressive, when we get down there," Jefferson said. "As soon as we get down there. But I'm not the one calling the plays. I'm just here to do my job and do what was told to me. But we can't get down to the red zone that many times and come out with three points."

Not that fan opinion should determine anything, but he was not liked in Minnesota. He held the job for a year and got fired, then went to Denver to coach Russ and got fired, sat in SF fir a year before going to New Orleans where they finished the season with 5 wins after starting with 2 straight.

Minnesota had the 26th best 3rd down conversion percentage and led the league in 3 and outs under KK.

And 2 games with the Saints is supposed to be enough to show that 1 season with Shanahan made him better? I mean, he had Cousins and Jefferson in Minnesota...

Hard to get excited.

Wow, really makes you wonder about this guy. We've already had red zone issues for at least two seasons running. Doesn't seem like any OC's out there that feel like a no brainer.

 

[James in PA]

This is not a great pool of OC candidates. But let's face it, if any of these guys stood out head and shoulders above the rest, they'd likely be a candidate for a head coaching position. My preference would still be a former head coach like Pederson or Reich, but there have been no rumblings whatsoever about those guys.

 

[Fernie Hawks Fan]

That, and his stint in Minny soubds like whst we have been deaking with here. From Justin Jefferson in 21:

"I think we should, you know, be more aggressive, when we get down there," Jefferson said. "As soon as we get down there. But I'm not the one calling the plays. I'm just here to do my job and do what was told to me. But we can't get down to the red zone that many times and come out with three points."

Not that fan opinion should determine anything, but he was not liked in Minnesota. He held the job for a year and got fired, then went to Denver to coach Russ and got fired, sat in SF fir a year before going to New Orleans where they finished the season with 5 wins after starting with 2 straight.

Minnesota had the 26th best 3rd down conversion percentage and led the league in 3 and outs under KK.

And 2 games with the Saints is supposed to be enough to show that 1 season with Shanahan made him better? I mean, he had Cousins and Jefferson in Minnesota...

Hard to get excited.

Not trying to be snarky or anything, and I am sure you may have mentioned it in previous posts, but...can you tell me who YOU would like to see them hire as OC?

Honest question.

 

[GeekHawk]

Another failed viqueens OC? bevel, anyone?

 

[Wsumatt1982]

Another thing to note is that Kubiak had a whole slew of injuries on offense last year. Was playing with a backup rookie QB, backup RB and 4th, 5th and 6th WR's and made them look halfway decent. He made MVS with no prep time look like an all-pro some games. To me that says a lot. I think Rattler is garbage and Kubiak made him look serviceable most games as long as you throw out the GB game.

 

[GetNjigbaWithIt]

From his time as Minnesota's OC in 2021, the Vikings offense ranked 11 in points per game, and 12th in both yards per game and yards per play. They also ranked first in INT's thrown with just 7 in 604 pass attempts.

Jefferson had 1,600 yards receiving, Dalvin Cook rushed for over 1,100 yards, and Cousins threw for 4,200 yards and 33 TD's.

I would take that offense in a heartbeat.

Sources:

2021 Offense Stats

Minnesota Vikings 2021 NFL Regular Season Players Stats - ESPN

Full player stats for the 2021 Regular Season Minnesota Vikings on ESPN. Includes team leaders in passing, rushing, tackles and interceptions.

www.espn.com

 

[Chukarhawk]

That, and his stint in Minny soubds like whst we have been deaking with here. From Justin Jefferson in 21:

"I think we should, you know, be more aggressive, when we get down there," Jefferson said. "As soon as we get down there. But I'm not the one calling the plays. I'm just here to do my job and do what was told to me. But we can't get down to the red zone that many times and come out with three points."

Not that fan opinion should determine anything, but he was not liked in Minnesota. He held the job for a year and got fired, then went to Denver to coach Russ and got fired, sat in SF fir a year before going to New Orleans where they finished the season with 5 wins after starting with 2 straight.

Minnesota had the 26th best 3rd down conversion percentage and led the league in 3 and outs under KK.

And 2 games with the Saints is supposed to be enough to show that 1 season with Shanahan made him better? I mean, he had Cousins and Jefferson in Minnesota...

Hard to get excited.

Be careful what you wish for.

 

[bileever]

I have mixed feelings, but the majority of them are positive.

I am a little sad that we're sticking with a blocking scheme that heavily leans zone, but that's not as important as the overall offensive philosophy which I love.

We're going to see a lot more under center, a lot more play action, and cleaner zone rushes. Zach Charbonnet especially will benefit from this - he might start looking like a star.

This philosophy alone will take a ton of pressure off the OL and make their job easier. Kubiak in and of himself is an OL addition.

It's interesting that you feel negatively about the zone blocking scheme. Can you explain why you feel that way?

I don't think we used that enough this year. I think every offense needs to incorporate some aspect of zone blocking. The outside zone run schemes can be very effective and can counter defenses set to stop the pass.

 

[Wolfiegrrl]

Being a former Houston Texans fan, my favorite years with that franchise were the Kubiak years. Naked boots, roll outs, zone blocking... man I loved what Kubes could do. He took UDFA Arian Foster and made him amazing. Don't get me started on what he could do with Schaub and Andre Johnson.

What excites me about Klint Kubiak is his pedigree. He has lived and breathed NFL since birth. Every good coach goes through their hard times. No one can account for every contingency, but this guy has done some good to great things with nothing in the cupboard. He's got 15 years in the NFL and a bit of time in the College ranks. He's got the experience in play calling that many are asking for. And for me, his best asset, he's available.

I want the Seahawks to get someone in now and get the ball rolling on changing up this offense. It felt like last year we were always behind. Get the guy in here sooner than later. If we try to wait for a second interview with Hank Farley we could be waiting another month! I don't want that.

 

[toffee]

Two candidates Kubiak and Udinski, what do these two have in common? Both are young! Grant is 28yo, Kubiak is 37. No grey beard gotten interviews.

In case Udinski, not only young but raw! As he is mere an assistant Quarterbacks / Chief of Special Projects. He assisted the QB coach.

Good news for geNOs, Macdonald no doubt wants Udinski to come and develop Sam Howell.

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[Floridahawk79]

Good news for geNOs, Macdonald no doubt wants Udinski to come and develop Sam Howell.

Or Hall

 

[Chukarhawk]

I'd rather have Udinski than Kubiak

 

[Ostatehawk]

Since when does it matter what we think?

We probably know exactly ****-all about these guys - we have to depend on the front office to be right. Ouch.

 

[Torc]

The Seahawks reportedly want to interview Hank Fraley a second time. He's 47, so he's the old guy in the bunch.

 

[Floridahawk79]

Fraley and Udinski together would be interesting. If Frazier leaves you've got a position available (Assistant Head Coach)

 

[Wsumatt1982]

I was about to add they reportedly want Fraley in for a 2nd interview as well.

To address Floridahawk79, that question was raised on 710 sports yesterday with Tom Pelissero about a 2 for 1 but he said with the rules it's not possible. It wouldn't be easy but Fraley could be OC and Udinski could be Passing Game Coordinator. And maybe that's what you meant by them being together but reports have been Fraley and Randle-el have been linked together. But who knows.

 

[keasley45]

Not trying to be snarky or anything, and I am sure you may have mentioned it in previous posts, but...can you tell me who YOU would like to see them hire as OC?

Honest question.

Frank Reich. B Schotty.

I think Reich paired with Udi would be cool or Fraley matched up with him.

I'm less enamored with the guys that dont have experience actually calling plays. Not that they cant work, moreso just that we've gone to that well twice now and it hasnt worked.

I just think having a brain for strategy and being able to function at a high level in the chess match that is football on Sundays is more important than play design or experience leading a position group. Leading a position group at a high level of proficiency is an important skill and absolutley is an indicator of future potential at the coordinator position, but again, calling plays and having the mental capacity to manage the myriad complexities of coordinating an offense on sunday and leading 30 guys week in and week out... its a much bigger responsibility than 'pass game coordinator', qb coach or o-line coach.

That being said, of the guys we know that are being considered, Kubiak is the one i am least interested in simply due to what he has shown to date as a coordinator. Minnesota was bad in some critical areas despite having talent when he was there. And yeah, last season was a tough one for the Saints due to injury, but injury is part of the deal. We were without most of our o line for stretches this year and last. We have also been without our starting RB for significant stretches. Thats just part of the game. You still have to find a way to be productive. The fact that his offense was SO bad on 3rd down and was horrible even before New Orleans on 3rd and in the redzone doesnt inspire confidence.

I like the things that are being said about Udi, but can he stand up in front of a group of 30 guys and inspire confidence? I dont know. I am hoping he does great in the interview and shows that capacity. I think the 'photographic recall' aspect of his talent could be a game changer. But if that extraordinary ability comes at the expense of interpersonal skill... what good is it in a leadership position?

We will see how he presents. Im actually pulling for him.

Fraley - i just dont know enough about how he sees the game holistically. I think its fair to assume he knows the ground game, so i think he could do good things for our rushing attack.

He certainly has been exposed to a top notch system and coordinator. But i see a lot of this as being provided an open book in a math exam. You have the info, its right there for you to look at, but if you dont know how and when to apply the formulas, having the textbook right in front wont help of you