Hank Fraley (Lions OL Coach) Interviewing for OC

[sutz]

I think an important aspect for a coach isn't so much the overall success of their team but how their players react them. Like every cycle; DC, OC, HC get hired from top tier franchises and some of considered the gurus or architects of those teams, get a HC job and sometimes they pan out and a lot of times they don't. Think Adam Gase or Nathanial Hackett, but when they left their teams to become HC ain't a lot of their former players (that I can think of at least) saying much or hearing a bunch of stories of how their team or that unit they coached mad respected them, or other colorful stories. Is that required? No, but it's interesting.

When I hear about Fraley or McCown and how those players from those team love and respect them, like they're legitimate mentors and motivators, those are the ones I get excited about. Yes having playcalling experience is nice and is a real concern, but if I know a coach is gonna get every ounce out of a player, make them bust their ass and unite them as a unit and not just a collection of players following a gameplan, then that's what I want.

Yeah, love those coaches whose players will run through walls for them.

 

[Seattle Person]

On the surface, it looks like an exciting option. I do hope that because he was a center in the league that he'll push for more of a cohesion on the line. He is working with Ben Johnson, Dan Campbell, and Mark Brunell. Their offense is doing really well and their O-line is very talented.

I think if he's hired then Mac would have felt comfortable that he'll be able to design a tough-minded, run-attacking, and explosive playbook.

 

[12AngryHawks]

Yeah, love those coaches whose players will run through walls for them.

This team could use a knee-biter or two.

 

[James in PA]

Not saying he can't be a great OC, but just keep in mind that the Lions have 4 first round picks on their O line.

 

[seahawks08]

I would like a leader of men where the entire offensive unit has an identity again. The play caller needs a smart scheme and a winning in the trenches. He will need to influence all aspects of offense from line, blocking, running and passing. It’s a tall order that we may have to supplement with a pass coordinator if need be. His personality and philosophy needs to bleed through his staff and players.

 

[pittpnthrs]

Meh, they'll be fine Pitt.

If not, i'm coming for you man.

 

[HawkoTuesday]

Being OC or DC does not necessarily mean play caller....Hypothetical...he is OC, Peetz as play caller? (see AD & MM)

I'd like to see Peetz get his shot, but I think Fraley will want to bring in who he knows he can work with.

 

[Wsumatt1982]

I'd like to see Peetz get his shot, but I think Fraley will want to bring in who he knows he can work with.

Reports are Fraley is already putting together a staff which tells me something is imminent, whether that's with us or more likely Detroit to take over for Ben Johnson

 

[HawkoTuesday]

Reports are Fraley is already putting together a staff which tells me something is imminent, whether that's with us or more likely Detroit to take over for Ben Johnson

True. If he comes to Seattle, I have to believe it can only be because Ben Johnson opted again to stay or we severely outbid Detroit.

 

[Seahawk_Dan]

Reports are Fraley is already putting together a staff which tells me something is imminent, whether that's with us or more likely Detroit to take over for Ben Johnson

I hope it’s him gathering a staff and they’re headed to Seattle (after playoffs obviously)

 

[Wsumatt1982]

I hope it’s him gathering a staff and they’re headed to Seattle (after playoffs obviously)

I'm hoping so. I guess a third option is he will go to be Ben Johnson's OC wherever he goes. But he wouldn't be putting together a staff for no reason

 

[Floridahawk79]

Where are you seeing he's putting a staff together?

 

[TheLegendOfBoom]

Where are you seeing he's putting a staff together?

I think he’s more or less making an educated guess. I mean, it all fits and seemingly Johnson would need to put together a staff if he is to be a HC. I also think Johnson will be a HC. Some team out there is waiting to see how far the Lions get. That I’m certain.

 

[Wsumatt1982]

Where are you seeing he's putting a staff together?

I heard it a couple places. I forget exactly who. I think Brock Huard was one of them on 710. I think another was in an article by Tom Pellisero. They were reputable sources I would just have to go back and find them

 

[Jville]

 

[Seahawk_Dan]

Candidate is in such smaller font, I completely misread that title and got excited. Haha

 

[haroldseattle]

He's not qualified for the OC job. Not only hasn't called plays but he's only has coached the OL his whole career. His resume:



Would be a great OL coach though.

 

[ivotuk]

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Hey! That's my hat!

 

[seabowl]

He's not qualified for the OC job. Not only hasn't called plays but he's only has coached the OL his whole career. His resume:

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Would be a great OL coach though.

It’s a lateral move. Why would he do that? With this said, I agree that it would be too risky to make him the coordinator having not called plays

 

[SoulfishHawk]

I've been saying since the Ground Chuck years that running all the time isn't boring....if you do it at a winning level. Winning doesn't suck.

Heck, I'd have been happy to watch Marshawn pound the rock all game long.

Yep. Pound that rock.