I tend to evaluate less on the results of the moment and more on the underlying fundamentals. I've thought Gruden was a good coach since his first year in Oakland and his less than desired results in Tampa the last few years haven't changed that opinion. I'm not a huge Thigpen fan because I don't think his fundamentals and accuracy are ever going to get him to the franchise level. I didn't like Herm since he led the Jets to a victory over SD in the playoffs a few years ago. I signed off Pennington and his rag arm immediately after his last year with the Jets -- this year hasn't changed that opinion.
I haven't followed Cleveland that closely, but I'd give Savage a chance in KC. It's not like he is Matt Millan where every move he makes leaves you wondering if he's trying to screw things up. If I was the owner in Cleveland and thought his player moves were good, I'd give him another chance to find a good coach.
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