Ravens denied Solari interview.

booger · 01-11-2005, 06:13 PM

The Baltimore Sun reports the Ravens are turning to Plan B in their search for an offensive coordinator now that their top candidate, former University of Illinois HC Ron Turner, chose to become the Chicago Bears' offensive coordinator over the weekend. The Ravens have two publicly confirmed candidates: former University of Washington HC Rick Neuheisel and New Orleans Saints quarterbacks coach Mike Sheppard. Neuheisel made a strong impression with Ravens HC Brian Billick during the interview and might have significantly increased his stature in the search, a source said. He has been out of football since being fired by Washington in June 2003. Before the interviews, Sheppard was believed to be the second favorite, ranking just behind Turner. But with the Saints' offensive coordinator position unsettled - OC Mike McCarthy's contract expires March 1 - Sheppard is not a lock to take any Ravens offer because he could be in line for the same position with New Orleans. Another coach heavily linked to the Ravens has been Minnesota Vikings OC Scott Linehan. But if Billick wants to have someone in place by the weekend, it would push Linehan out of the picture. The NFL's anti-tampering rules state that the Ravens are barred from contacting Linehan until the Vikings are out of the playoffs. A long shot in this search could be Jim Fassel, a consultant last season with the Ravens. With fewer head coaching openings than expected, he might re-emerge as an option. The Ravens likely would want more than a one-year deal, however. USC OC Norm Chow, who has long ties with Billick, is still not considered a candidate, a team official said. The Ravens had wanted to talk to Kansas City Chiefs offensive line coach Mike Solari for the coordinator position but were denied permission.

Just an interesting tidbit. Good news for the Solari for OC guys like myself for when DV leaves.

Going to have some burgers and a movie "Troy". Check back with you fockers later tonight or tommorow. later

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01-11-2005, 06:13 PM	Topic Starter
booger Don't Tug on Superman's Cape Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: clear out in the sticks Casino cash: $28550	Ravens denied Solari interview. The Baltimore Sun reports the Ravens are turning to Plan B in their search for an offensive coordinator now that their top candidate, former University of Illinois HC Ron Turner, chose to become the Chicago Bears' offensive coordinator over the weekend. The Ravens have two publicly confirmed candidates: former University of Washington HC Rick Neuheisel and New Orleans Saints quarterbacks coach Mike Sheppard. Neuheisel made a strong impression with Ravens HC Brian Billick during the interview and might have significantly increased his stature in the search, a source said. He has been out of football since being fired by Washington in June 2003. Before the interviews, Sheppard was believed to be the second favorite, ranking just behind Turner. But with the Saints' offensive coordinator position unsettled - OC Mike McCarthy's contract expires March 1 - Sheppard is not a lock to take any Ravens offer because he could be in line for the same position with New Orleans. Another coach heavily linked to the Ravens has been Minnesota Vikings OC Scott Linehan. But if Billick wants to have someone in place by the weekend, it would push Linehan out of the picture. The NFL's anti-tampering rules state that the Ravens are barred from contacting Linehan until the Vikings are out of the playoffs. A long shot in this search could be Jim Fassel, a consultant last season with the Ravens. With fewer head coaching openings than expected, he might re-emerge as an option. The Ravens likely would want more than a one-year deal, however. USC OC Norm Chow, who has long ties with Billick, is still not considered a candidate, a team official said. The Ravens had wanted to talk to Kansas City Chiefs offensive line coach Mike Solari for the coordinator position but were denied permission. Just an interesting tidbit. Good news for the Solari for OC guys like myself for when DV leaves. Going to have some burgers and a movie "Troy". Check back with you fockers later tonight or tommorow. later www.ffmastermind.com quick bits section.
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