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Post by Bornthrilla on Nov 10, 2008 15:54:53 GMT -5
Alright, time to start dissecting some of the top names rumored to be in the running for the head coaching job.
Since he was the subject of a news article over the weekend, let's start with Connell Maynor.
What are the pro and cons?
Do you think he would be a good fit?
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Post by aggierob on Nov 10, 2008 16:38:37 GMT -5
Pros: Aggie Alum, Sharp Offensive Mind, OC in Arena League, Understands Athletes, Know NC Recruiting Base, His Dream Job is A&T
Cons: Never served as HC or OC of a college team, Doesn't have a staff to bring with him, limited college coaching experience (only Fay St)
I see him more as a quarterback coach/Offensive Coordinator but could be success at A&T if he hires the right DC, OC or OL coaches.
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Post by Bornthrilla on Nov 10, 2008 16:41:45 GMT -5
I think the fact he served as a OC for the arena blowl champions should be viewed just as favorable as if he had a stint as OC on the college level.
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Post by Bornthrilla on Nov 10, 2008 16:42:59 GMT -5
Another positive is that he would surely work for less than $165k.
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Post by aggierob on Nov 10, 2008 16:48:43 GMT -5
He should get an interview. That can help Wheels determine how he would build a staff and change the attitude of the team. I met him when I worked at Fay State and he takes grooming quarterbacks serious. He looks at their strengths works help them minimize mistakes and understand the systems.
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Post by Bornthrilla on Nov 10, 2008 16:48:45 GMT -5
Connell Maynor
Offensive Coordinator Biography: Connell Maynor is entering his second season with the Philadelphia Soul as the offensive coordinator. He was in his first season on the field as a coach last season after ending his AFL career with the Philadelphia Soul in 2006. Maynor ended his playing career as the only player in AFL history serving as a quarterback, wide receiver, linebacker and kick return specialist. He is the only player in the AFL to record more than 5,000 passing yards, 500 receiving yards, 400 rushing yards, and 400 yards in kickoff returns in his career. Throughout his 12 year career, Maynor played for multiple teams, including the Philadelphia Soul, Orlando Predators, Carolina Cobras, New Jersey Gladiators, New York Cityhawks and the Tampa Bay Storm. Of those teams, he was a part of three ArenaBowl Championships '95, '96-Tampa Bay, '98, '00-Orlandoï. In 2003, he set career-highs in every passing category while completing 235-of-400 passes for 3,167 yards with 54 touchdowns despite 10 interceptions. Maynor attended North Carolina A&T where he was named MEAC Player of the Year in both 1990 and 1991. While a member of the Aggies he passed for 1,527 yards and 18 touchdowns, while rushing for 288 yards and eight touchdowns. He led his team to a 9-2 record his senior year and currently resides in Orlando.
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Post by oleschoolaggie on Nov 10, 2008 17:18:22 GMT -5
man, we've got to get away from these sentimental favorites and come up with the best qualified candidates. if i were wheels, maynor wouldn't even be in the conversation as a head coach because he's unproven. i'd love to have him as an offensive coordinator but not a head coach.
can he recruit? can he run a college program and more importantly, an fcs program? can he attract a highly qualified staff?
i don't want to hear someone say i think he can, i want someone to tell me he's done it before. if it were me, the only candidates i'd consider are proven head coaches. end of discussion...
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Post by TOPPDOGG on Nov 10, 2008 17:30:20 GMT -5
As a young person, I'm sensitive to the idea that everyone deserves a chance to prove themselves. However, why does A&T always have to be the proving ground? I know that there are proven college head coaches that want our job. In that case, I don't think Maynor is the best choice at this moment in our program's history.
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Post by aggiedog on Nov 10, 2008 17:38:51 GMT -5
Good point toppdogg
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Post by Bornthrilla on Nov 11, 2008 9:05:34 GMT -5
It seems like he was only a part time QB coach at FSU. I wonder if he had any major recruiting duties?
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Post by Aggie One on Nov 11, 2008 9:13:10 GMT -5
Much as I like and respect him, we are in dire need of an immediate stimulus package in picking a proven Head Coach with a record of strong player recruitment and development, a history of winning in very short order, and then maintaining that level of high performance once the corner has been turned year in and year out - be championship contenders.
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Post by treese on Nov 11, 2008 11:04:59 GMT -5
When I look at C. Maynor..I think A&T can do like Grambling did with a young "COACH ROBINSON". But I don't think that will happen!
This is C. Maynor's dream job!!!! GOOD LUCK HOMEBOY!!
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Post by Bornthrilla on Nov 11, 2008 11:12:07 GMT -5
If this is in fact his dream job, he might want to consider applying for the OC position if he doesn't get the head coaching job.
That way, at least he will be able to get his foot in the door and start building his resume ...
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Post by treese on Nov 11, 2008 11:30:48 GMT -5
but on the other hand ....he gets on the new staff and they all get shown the door!!!
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Post by Bornthrilla on Nov 11, 2008 11:39:40 GMT -5
The next coach will be here at least 3 years. We can't afford to buy anyone else out.
Three years are an eternity for an assistant college football coach.
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