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I agree that the talent was misjudged. However, I also give Pioli a pass, for now, on that one. Remember, Pioli got this gig late in the game. By the time due diligence was completed regarding coaching availability and veteran free agents, most of the good pickins were gone. To think that he could evaluate the talent, most of whom he had never met, evaluate the coaches, manage marketing of a failed franchise, and concentrate on the draft all in 2 months is an impossible thing to ask. By the time he had a chance to see what he had, it was 6 weeks before the season, and he probably thought "holy crap" to himself. I want to see what direction this team heads with regards to offnsive and defensive coordinators, free agent pickups, and the draft before I get too disappointed in the job he has done. Imagine signing on as the GM of this team when he did. What the heck would any of us done differently? We dont know all the circumstances either. Maybe he wanted Crennel but Crennel wasn't ready. Maybe Chan Gaily wasn't exactly truthful in his adaptability as the OC. We simply dont know. I hope he is the right guy for the job, but there is simply no way we can tell until midway through next season. As much as that sucks, it is what it is.
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