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I am going to have to [respectfully, natch] disagree with you Gaz, BobDole. With a long view, resisting the knee-jerk temptation to scrutinze every moment, word, decision, play, etc., I think that Gun is on his way to an amazing coaching performance. Starting before the '99 season, job one was changing the mindset [thugs and showboaters to professionals]. Check. Next he needed to achieve a credible W/L record [9-7, only first year coach over .500]. Check. DT dies, we have to get over that. Well on our way, at least as regards on-field performance. Next we have to rid ourselves of players either on their way out or dragging the team down [Bam Morris-gone, Vanover-gone, Rison-gone]. Next we have to have a good draft [need I even begin to assess the promise in the 2000 draft, DESPITE the prognisticators?]. Check. Next we have to trade in solid replacements that will fill voids on the team [Bush, Clemmons, Blackshear, Saurbrun]. Good values all, Check.
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