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Most media outlets share the same list of candidates for the GM openings around the league. Just like coaching candidates, its the name that is next in line under a successful organization over the past year, or someone that has washed out previously with another team. (ie: Scott Pioli or Thomas Dimitroff ) I have been trying to think outside of the box as I believe that is what the Wilfs are doing. I don't see them sending Rick off (who they really liked) only to grab the next Assistant GM from the Patriots, Bills, Packers, or whoever it is...just because they are behind "the guy" that is currently successful in that teams ranks. Year after year, teams throw spaghetti at the wall for their GM and at the coaching openings using this method, and more often than not, it does not work out.
I really like what some teams have done. One example that I can think of that was a hire that surprised me at the time, was John Lynch in San Francisco. I was laughing a little inside thinking...what are they thinking?....what qualifies THAT guy for THAT role? But the more I think about it, John Elway in Denver is the same kind of hire. People would argue Elway has not done well lately, but hiring Elway netted Denver a Superbowl. Nothing lasts forever, and when they needed a change, they hired George Payton, but kept on Elway in a supporting role. So, I got to thinking...who knows football players better than football players?
Both Elway and Lynch have done well, and I am not saying that I know the first thing about what makes a good GM, but how would fans here feel if we followed that formula with a guy like Matt Birk? Matt is part of the leadership within the players union currently as the NFL director of football development. Matt also is a Harvard grad, was a hall of fame player at an important position in the NFL, played for the Vikings, won a Superbowl with the Ravens etc. He should know a thing or two about QB play which is important in today's game. The list goes on and on. To me, this would be the kind of hire that would bring a fresh perspective and should be able to construct a coaching staff and roster that could compete at a high level.
Not that it matters much what we think, but would you guys be on board with a hire like this? To me, it excites me more than some guy that I have never hard of that has been burried in someone else's front office ranks. Who else would/could fit as a candidate with a previous connection to the team and have the pedigree to be our GM? Discuss away on this happy day!!
Very interesting idea. I’d love to hear from others what they think. It’s certainly worth kicking around.
Quote: @betaman88 said:
Most media outlets share the same list of candidates for the GM openings around the league. Just like coaching candidates, its the name that is next in line under a successful organization over the past year, or someone that has washed out previously with another team. (ie: Scott Pioli or Thomas Dimitroff ) I have been trying to think outside of the box as I believe that is what the Wilfs are doing. I don't see them sending Rick off (who they really liked) only to grab the next Assistant GM from the Patriots, Bills, Packers, or whoever it is...just because they are behind "the guy" that is currently successful in that teams ranks. Year after year, teams throw spaghetti at the wall for their GM and at the coaching openings using this method, and more often than not, it does not work out.
I really like what some teams have done. One example that I can think of that was a hire that surprised me at the time, was John Lynch in San Francisco. I was laughing a little inside thinking...what are they thinking?....what qualifies THAT guy for THAT role? But the more I think about it, John Elway in Denver is the same kind of hire. People would argue Elway has not done well lately, but hiring Elway netted Denver a Superbowl. Nothing lasts forever, and when they needed a change, they hired George Payton, but kept on Elway in a supporting role. So, I got to thinking...who knows football players better than football players?
Both Elway and Lynch have done well, and I am not saying that I know the first thing about what makes a good GM, but how would fans here feel if we followed that formula with a guy like Matt Birk? Matt is part of the leadership within the players union currently as the NFL director of football development. Matt also is a Harvard grad, was a hall of fame player at an important position in the NFL, played for the Vikings, won a Superbowl with the Ravens etc. He should know a thing or two about QB play which is important in today's game. The list goes on and on. To me, this would be the kind of hire that would bring a fresh perspective and should be able to construct a coaching staff and roster that could compete at a high level.
Not that it matters much what we think, but would you guys be on board with a hire like this? To me, it excites me more than some guy that I have never hard of that has been burried in someone else's front office ranks. Who else would/could fit as a candidate with a previous connection to the team and have the pedigree to be our GM? Discuss away on this happy day!!
Limiting it to someone with a previous connection to the team is a very risky way of doing business. Never could understand the attraction to players just because they were from Minnesota or played at a school in Minnesota.
Quote: @Greylock said:
@ betaman88 said:
Most media outlets share the same list of candidates for the GM openings around the league. Just like coaching candidates, its the name that is next in line under a successful organization over the past year, or someone that has washed out previously with another team. (ie: Scott Pioli or Thomas Dimitroff ) I have been trying to think outside of the box as I believe that is what the Wilfs are doing. I don't see them sending Rick off (who they really liked) only to grab the next Assistant GM from the Patriots, Bills, Packers, or whoever it is...just because they are behind "the guy" that is currently successful in that teams ranks. Year after year, teams throw spaghetti at the wall for their GM and at the coaching openings using this method, and more often than not, it does not work out.
I really like what some teams have done. One example that I can think of that was a hire that surprised me at the time, was John Lynch in San Francisco. I was laughing a little inside thinking...what are they thinking?....what qualifies THAT guy for THAT role? But the more I think about it, John Elway in Denver is the same kind of hire. People would argue Elway has not done well lately, but hiring Elway netted Denver a Superbowl. Nothing lasts forever, and when they needed a change, they hired George Payton, but kept on Elway in a supporting role. So, I got to thinking...who knows football players better than football players?
Both Elway and Lynch have done well, and I am not saying that I know the first thing about what makes a good GM, but how would fans here feel if we followed that formula with a guy like Matt Birk? Matt is part of the leadership within the players union currently as the NFL director of football development. Matt also is a Harvard grad, was a hall of fame player at an important position in the NFL, played for the Vikings, won a Superbowl with the Ravens etc. He should know a thing or two about QB play which is important in today's game. The list goes on and on. To me, this would be the kind of hire that would bring a fresh perspective and should be able to construct a coaching staff and roster that could compete at a high level.
Not that it matters much what we think, but would you guys be on board with a hire like this? To me, it excites me more than some guy that I have never hard of that has been burried in someone else's front office ranks. Who else would/could fit as a candidate with a previous connection to the team and have the pedigree to be our GM? Discuss away on this happy day!!
Limiting it to someone with a previous connection to the team is a very risky way of doing business. Never could understand the attraction to players just because they were from Minnesota or played at a school in Minnesota.
I think I like Birk for all of the reasons that I mentioned above in addition to him previously playing for the team. The fact that he is a previous Viking player is a bonus, but is not the primary reason that I like him. His exposure to the league in different capacities intrigues me. Previously playing for the team can only add to the passion to help the success of the club...if I had to guess. Having never stepped one foot in the door prior to your first day would seem to take some time to build love for the organization I would think. It can only help, not hurt that he used to play for the Vikings.
Quote: @Greylock said:
@ betaman88 said:
Most media outlets share the same list of candidates for the GM openings around the league. Just like coaching candidates, its the name that is next in line under a successful organization over the past year, or someone that has washed out previously with another team. (ie: Scott Pioli or Thomas Dimitroff ) I have been trying to think outside of the box as I believe that is what the Wilfs are doing. I don't see them sending Rick off (who they really liked) only to grab the next Assistant GM from the Patriots, Bills, Packers, or whoever it is...just because they are behind "the guy" that is currently successful in that teams ranks. Year after year, teams throw spaghetti at the wall for their GM and at the coaching openings using this method, and more often than not, it does not work out.
I really like what some teams have done. One example that I can think of that was a hire that surprised me at the time, was John Lynch in San Francisco. I was laughing a little inside thinking...what are they thinking?....what qualifies THAT guy for THAT role? But the more I think about it, John Elway in Denver is the same kind of hire. People would argue Elway has not done well lately, but hiring Elway netted Denver a Superbowl. Nothing lasts forever, and when they needed a change, they hired George Payton, but kept on Elway in a supporting role. So, I got to thinking...who knows football players better than football players?
Both Elway and Lynch have done well, and I am not saying that I know the first thing about what makes a good GM, but how would fans here feel if we followed that formula with a guy like Matt Birk? Matt is part of the leadership within the players union currently as the NFL director of football development. Matt also is a Harvard grad, was a hall of fame player at an important position in the NFL, played for the Vikings, won a Superbowl with the Ravens etc. He should know a thing or two about QB play which is important in today's game. The list goes on and on. To me, this would be the kind of hire that would bring a fresh perspective and should be able to construct a coaching staff and roster that could compete at a high level.
Not that it matters much what we think, but would you guys be on board with a hire like this? To me, it excites me more than some guy that I have never hard of that has been burried in someone else's front office ranks. Who else would/could fit as a candidate with a previous connection to the team and have the pedigree to be our GM? Discuss away on this happy day!!
Limiting it to someone with a previous connection to the team is a very risky way of doing business. Never could understand the attraction to players just because they were from Minnesota or played at a school in Minnesota.
Not that the fans get a say but no one was limiting anything. Birk would be interesting for sure.
I said this in another thread, but I think it would worth while to give Tony Dungy a call and see if there was any interest there in our GM job. He is just so incredibly sharp and smart and has those ties to the state and our organization
Quote: @supafreak84 said:
I said this in another thread, but I think it would worth while to give Tony Dungy a call and see if there was any interest there in our GM job. He is just so incredibly sharp and smart and has those ties to the state and our organization
Totally agree! This is another good one that did not occur to me.
I like the idea of Matt Birk or Tony Dungy! Two highly respected leaders! I'd contact them to gauge interest!
If not for the actual job to get their input.
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