Think around the league. Whose offense and defense would you like to clone? Might give some insights into possible HC/coordinator candidates. I'll go first:
Offense - KC
Okay, not reliant on an exceptional QB, but instead makes the most of a guy who isn't on top of most people's QB lists. We need an offense that isn't overly reliant on the QB as well. Lots of creativity and more importantly, scoring in KC. Give me a clone of Reid to run our offense. Second choice? New Orleans.
Defense - Denver
Why not? These guys year in/out are among the tops in the league. Seattle also high on the wish list. Both these clubs have talent, but they're making the most of that talent as well.
Who do you like?
Defense still wins Championships. Offenses just need to stay out of the way.
Clearly Atlanta has an impressive offense, but look at the talent they've got. I'd rather go with an offense that produces with players we'd be able to find. I think we have a better chance of getting KC-type players than what ATL has.
Defense still wins Championships. Offenses just need to stay out of the way.
Thankfully we have less to fix on defense in terms of players. We definitely need to fix the defense, but with 5-6 pro-bowl starters already we are in a good place to start there.
I agree though - we need a defense that is "heavy-handed" (is it too early to joke like that?) ;>
Imagine just 2 of them....Smith..Frederick...move EF to RG.
At this point even just 1 of them....imagine Martin and no JJerry.
On defense, I like what KC and Denver has done. They have guys that rush the passer without having to use exotic blitzes, and they get home. They have savvy cornerbacks who can shut down top wideouts on any given night.
These types of teams are tough to build. However, focusing on a grind it out run game that gives your defense a breather, does wonders for even a mediocre defensive unit.