Mike LaFleur new head coach 2-1-26

[Totally_Red]

Let’s face it, figuring out MHJ is going to be a major focus of his work.

After finding his QB that is probably job 1A.

 

[Cardsfaninlouky]

So let's agree for initials

MB Michael Bidwill
MO Monti Ossenfort
ML Mike LaFleur

MLF is funny but soooooooo wrong lol

 

[Totally_Red]

MLF is funny but soooooooo wrong lol

I like Mike, at least right now.

 

[Denny Green Fan]

Let’s face it, figuring out MHJ is going to be a major focus of his work.

Harrisson is the least of our worries better get o line and qb fixed….and trade murray

 

[QuebecCard]

Harrisson is the least of our worries better get o line and qb fixed….and trade murray

QB fixed, and trade Murray is likely a contradiction.

 

[GeorgiaCard88]

Has anyone actually seen something stating that he does not intend to call plays? People on this board slamming it down that he is not going to call the offense like it’s written in stone. Personally I want him calling the shots - and if mcvay and Shanahan can do it, why can’t MLF who has studied under each of them?

The biggest hire we need now is a quality DC and I’m hoping MB is willing to fork over the money. As soon as monti got off the phone with Lafleur - he should have picked up the phone and called morris offering him near HC money to coach here instead of letting him go to the niners.

 

[Minski]

MLF is funny but soooooooo wrong lol

Since we have 2 Mike's now I think it is clear to distinguish who is who. MLF is clear, the other Mike is the one who usually likes to f*** us fans

 

[RON_IN_OC]

Right?
I have 8k+ followers...but if im blowing smoke up your ass for kicks it doesnt suddenly make the position true.

If ESPN's top guy posted...
Arizona Cardinals have decided to not hire any assistant or position coaches in order to maximize Mike LeFleurs player development ability by having him work with each player 1-on-1
....I guess Knone would take it as gospel

Well this guy has 70k followers, so hopefully some on here (wink wink) will find it credible.

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[Harry]

As good a hire as the Cards were likely to get. A few other teams liked him but were afraid to wait then miss out on a similar level immediate option. ML will require patience on the fans’ part. He is very bright and has a high level of energy, which should be a nice change. There will be quite a bit of OJT. The coordinators selection will be tricky. It may be tough to get a play caller, so I think ML may well end up with that task. He’s come a long way since the Jets experience, which wasn’t a fair test. He should be in great position to get a solid read on Willis, plus this would seem to enhance the Cards’ chance of signing him if they desire. That might jump start the offense’s rebuild. If Willis is his desire, Ossenfort needs the financial support to make it happen. The DC choice will be easier with several experienced guys out there. Hopefully they go for someone who’s aggressive. That’s how this defensive roster was built. I don’t like retaining Rallis. Getting an experienced coaching staff would seem critical. This HC hire should help with attacking the disastrous Oline in both free agency and the draft. Ossenfort needs a focused offseason. I might take a shot at getting Levar Woods for special teams.

 

[slanidrac16]

MLF is funny but soooooooo wrong lol

WAS funny , now dumb. MB, MO. ML.

 

[TruColor]

MLF: Mikes I Like to Follow.

 

[RON_IN_OC]

918 Followers.

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[RON_IN_OC]

MLF: Mikes I Like to Follow.

MLF
Mike
Loves
Football

 

[TruColor]

MLF
Mike
Loves
Football

Yours is way better

 

[slanidrac16]

After posting this list, it started annoying me that I did not include any former head coaches as OC-candidates. Okay, Thomas Brown has been an interim, but not for long. I just think it is important to have a former head coach as support for LaFleur, and it could obviously also come on the defensive side. That is one reason that I favor Jim Schwartz over Weaver and Pleasant. However, if it is Weaver, Pleasant or another DC, it would need to be on the offensive side or as some sort of consultant. So I looked at some options, and I will caution that they are not very exciting. I expect that it would not be in a playcalling role.

Brian Callahan was the head coach of the Titans. He was a bad playcaller with them, but he was obviously good enough as a non-playcalling OC with the Bengals to get the head coaching job. He is a disciple of Zac Taylor, who is a disciple of Sean McVay.

Matt Nagy went from being the leading candidate for the Titans head coaching job some weeks ago to seemingly being completely out of the hiring cycle. He was head coach of the Bears some years ago, and one time Head Coach of the Year. He has not called plays since then, but is very well versed in Andy Reid’s offense.

Frank Reich works at Stanford these days, but was previously head coach with the Colts. Some days ago he interviewed for the Jets’ OC-position.

P.S. On the original list I forgot to mention Jake Peetz. He is the passing game coordinator from the Seahawks, and has worked with LaFleur several years with the Rams. He is a hot OC candidate out there.

Nice imput again.
I said this before. One would have to think ML was having conversations with associates with “ what if I’m get the job” conversations.
So I’d look for a previous relationship ML has had. I think he will want some familiarity with vision, style, and philosophy.

 

[Adrian]

Garafolo: Cardinals hire Rams OC Mike LaFleur as new HC 'GMFB'

NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo reporting the Arizona Cardinals hire Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur as new head coach.

sports.yahoo.com

 

[gimpy]

Well, I will post my feelings on this hire.

I love it.

 

[kerouac9]

Can it be announced today if it's Kubiak?

Well this guy has 70k followers, so hopefully some on here (wink wink) will find it credible.

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I mean, “players liked him way better than Nat Hackett” is a pretty low bar to clear. He’s coaching in the NFC West.

Yes, beat writer for the Jets is a more credible source than this guy…

918 Followers.

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I’d pay more attention to @BritCard

 

[Weenus O'Baggins]

MLF is funny but soooooooo wrong lol

I found it confusing and unnecessary

 

[Adrian]

The journey was full of turbulence, but the Cardinals landed in a safe place. With Mike LaFleur, they get a recognizable name, a young candidate with intriguing pedigree, and a head coach who knows the NFC West.

Cardinals land in safe place with Mike LaFleur hire - Arizona Sports

Following an exhaustive coaching search, the Cardinals landed in a safe place with the hiring of Mike LaFleur as their new head coach, Dan Bickley writes.

arizonasports.com

 

[BooksOrangePlanet]

Cardinals land in safe place with Mike LaFleur hire - Arizona Sports

Following an exhaustive coaching search, the Cardinals landed in a safe place with the hiring of Mike LaFleur as their new head coach, Dan Bickley writes.

arizonasports.com

when is the presser?

 

[JohnnyCakes]

Curious to see which Cardinals are at the introductory presser. I don't expect Kyler to be there but guys like Mike Wilson. Trey Benson, and PJJ should.

trey bensen???

 

[TRW]

WAS funny , now dumb. MB, MO. ML.

I didn’t find it funny but agree it’s dumb.

 

[Gandhi]

Nice imput again.
I said this before. One would have to think ML was having conversations with associates with “ what if I’m get the job” conversations.
So I’d look for a previous relationship ML has had. I think he will want some familiarity with vision, style, and philosophy.

Yes, I agree. I also saw a video (forgot when it was from, but I think last year) where LaFleur highly praises McVay and Shanahan for their ability to spot coaching talent and how well coaches develop on those staffs. It is at least interesting regarding coordinators.

Mainly for that reason, my guess is Dave Ragone as OC and Aubrey Pleasant as DC. My preference would be Thomas Brown and Jim Schwartz, but I have no idea if that is even realistic.

The Rams do have Jimmy Lake as a defensive assistant, and he has been both a multiple time DC and three years as a head coach. I guess we could call him a dark horse.

Another thing I thought of, wasn't there a report saying that Ossenfort preferred Campanile because of his culture building? Well, Weaver is a bit the same type, so that might be another perspective to think of.

Do you have a preference for someone, Slanidrac?

 

[Totally_Red]

trey bensen???

Meant Trey McBride. Too excited over the hiring.