Football Shannahan is Fired - Page 15

jettio · 12-30-2008, 05:53 PM

I think Shanny wants some time off and Bowlen and Shanny agree that the gig is up in Bronco-land, and Bowlen firing him is a favor that ensures Shanny a paycheck during his vacation whether it be for a year, two or three.

I think the chances of this being less than amicable or Shanny coaching anywhere else in 2009 or even 2010 are very remote.

**HemiEd** · 12-31-2008, 07:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jettio

I think Shanny wants some time off and Bowlen and Shanny agree that the gig is up in Bronco-land, and Bowlen firing him is a favor that ensures Shanny a paycheck during his vacation whether it be for a year, two or three.

I think the chances of this being less than amicable or Shanny coaching anywhere else in 2009 or even 2010 are very remote.

I agree, didn't he just build a 10 million dollar home in Colorado?

Garcia Bronco · 12-30-2008, 05:54 PM

Supposedly Bowlen had a 5 minute conversation with MS and Cowher was in town yesterday.

complete rumors

Hammock Parties · 12-30-2008, 06:06 PM

http://www.orangemane.com/BB/showthread.php?t=75565

It was becoming dangerous. Shanahan had a grip on Denver like no one. You all wanted to believe he could return the Broncos to glory, but he kept falling so horribly short time after time. And yet some of you continued to believe.

Embarrassing playoff blowouts. One non-playoff season. Two non-playoff seasons. Finally, three non-playoff season. And yet some of you STILL wanted to believe.

Shanahan had too much power. Absolute power corrupts absolutely and Shanahan's failings on the defense side of the bail, his absolute inability to hire the right defensive coordinator, his pathetic attempts at selecting defensive players, were HOLDING YOUR FRANCHISE BACK. He wasn't going to let go of that go of that power.

Bowlen did what had to be done.

And now you are free.

It is ironic that Carl Peterson and Mike Shanahan both were ousted from the franchises they were holding back for the last ten years in 2008.

Now we are free.

FREE AT LAST!

Breathe the free air my friends.

I find I'm so excited, I can barely sit still or hold a thought in my head. I think it's the excitement only a free man can feel, a free man at the start of a long journey whose conclusion is uncertain. I hope I can make it across the border. I hope to see my friend, and shake his hand. I hope the Pacific is as blue as it has been in my dreams. I hope.

**BigMeatballDave** · 12-30-2008, 06:06 PM

****ing WOW.

blueballs · 12-30-2008, 06:48 PM

Al Davis is breathing a little easier tonight
until he wakes up in cold sweat
when a twig snaps outside his window

kcpasco · 12-30-2008, 07:28 PM

Why is Herm still here?

**MahiMike** · 12-30-2008, 07:30 PM

Just like we hated Elway, we still respected him. Saw this in the bar tonight during dinner and almost choked. I'd take him. He's like Jeff Fisher as far as hate vs. respect goes.

Ebolapox · 12-30-2008, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by MahiMike

Just like we hated Elway, we still respected him. Saw this in the bar tonight during dinner and almost choked. I'd take him. He's like Jeff Fisher as far as hate vs. respect goes.

WHO HATES JEFF FISCHER?!?

**MahiMike** · 12-30-2008, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by H5N1

WHO HATES JEFF FISCHER?!?

I do. He cost my Jags a SB!!! Besides, I thought he was generally hated.

Ebolapox · 12-30-2008, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MahiMike

I do. He cost my Jags a SB!!! Besides, I thought he was generally hated.

eh, speaking as a chiefs fan only, I have no animosity towards fisher. never spoken to anybody else that did either.

rad · 12-30-2008, 07:30 PM

Wow. Color me surprised. I thought Shanny and Greasy Al were in a "See who can suck the life out of our respective franchises" competition.

**MahiMike** · 12-30-2008, 07:36 PM

You gotta think Cowher gets his asking price in Denver now.

**2112** · 12-30-2008, 07:41 PM

SHANAHAN HAS SOMETHING UP HIS SLEEVE?

Posted by Mike Florio on December 30, 2008, 7:51 p.m. EST
The immediate speculation in some league circles when word broke of the termination of long-time Broncos coach Mike Shanahan is that Shanahan has something else cooking, and that he forced his firing by refusing to agree to changes that owner Pat Bowlen wants to make.
According to Jeff Legwold of the Rocky Mountain News, part of that speculation is right on the money.
Per Legwold, Shanahan was fired because he refused to fire defensive coordinator Bob Slowik, whose unit surrendered 52 points in a Week Seventeen loss to the Chargers.
Said Bowlen, in a release issued by the team: “After giving this careful consideration, I have concluded that a change in our football operations is in the best interests of the Denver Broncos. This is certainly a difficult decision, but one that I feel must be made and which will ultimately be in the best interests of all concerned.
“I appreciate the 21 years that Mike Shanahan has given to the organization as an assistant and head coach, and the two Super Bowl wins in that time. His contributions hold a special place in Broncos history.”
So if Shanahan wanted to get out of town because he has something else cooking, what might it be?
Believe it or not, there’s speculation that Shanahan is trying to position himself for the Chargers job.
What’s that, you say? The Chargers are in the playoffs and they’ve made it clear that Norv Turner is coming back as head coach?
That was our reaction, too. But a highly-placed league source suspects that something is happening with Shanahan and San Diego.
In our book, it’s almost as unlikely as Shanahan coaching the Raiders. But we’ll continue to keep our eyes peeled on this one

el borracho · 12-30-2008, 07:40 PM

HA! I just posted that possibility a few days ago! I'm a genius!

By the way, the AFCW may really have all new coaches in 2009. Incredible... I wonder if that has ever happened before.

12-30-2008, 05:53 PM	#1
jettio MVP Join Date: Sep 2002 Casino cash: $4504930	I think Shanny wants some time off and Bowlen and Shanny agree that the gig is up in Bronco-land, and Bowlen firing him is a favor that ensures Shanny a paycheck during his vacation whether it be for a year, two or three. I think the chances of this being less than amicable or Shanny coaching anywhere else in 2009 or even 2010 are very remote. __________________ Where Ignorance is Bliss, 'Tis Folly to be Wise. __
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12-30-2008, 05:54 PM	#3
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12-30-2008, 06:06 PM	#4
Hammock Parties I'll be back. Join Date: Nov 2002 Casino cash: $840478	You guys are free. Finally. http://www.orangemane.com/BB/showthread.php?t=75565 It was becoming dangerous. Shanahan had a grip on Denver like no one. You all wanted to believe he could return the Broncos to glory, but he kept falling so horribly short time after time. And yet some of you continued to believe. Embarrassing playoff blowouts. One non-playoff season. Two non-playoff seasons. Finally, three non-playoff season. And yet some of you STILL wanted to believe. Shanahan had too much power. Absolute power corrupts absolutely and Shanahan's failings on the defense side of the bail, his absolute inability to hire the right defensive coordinator, his pathetic attempts at selecting defensive players, were HOLDING YOUR FRANCHISE BACK. He wasn't going to let go of that go of that power. Bowlen did what had to be done. And now you are free. It is ironic that Carl Peterson and Mike Shanahan both were ousted from the franchises they were holding back for the last ten years in 2008. Now we are free. FREE AT LAST! Breathe the free air my friends. I find I'm so excited, I can barely sit still or hold a thought in my head. I think it's the excitement only a free man can feel, a free man at the start of a long journey whose conclusion is uncertain. I hope I can make it across the border. I hope to see my friend, and shake his hand. I hope the Pacific is as blue as it has been in my dreams. I hope. __________________ Chiefs game films
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12-30-2008, 06:06 PM	#5
BigMeatballDave GBM 8-12-15 Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Dayton, Oh. Casino cash: $10052154	****ing WOW.
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12-30-2008, 06:48 PM	#6
blueballs Banned Join Date: Feb 2006 Casino cash: $10004900	Al Davis is breathing a little easier tonight until he wakes up in cold sweat when a twig snaps outside his window
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12-30-2008, 07:28 PM	#7
kcpasco MVP Join Date: Sep 2007 Casino cash: $6143463	Why is Herm still here?
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12-30-2008, 07:30 PM	#8
MahiMike He's Mahomie! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Jax, FL Casino cash: $10023443	Just like we hated Elway, we still respected him. Saw this in the bar tonight during dinner and almost choked. I'd take him. He's like Jeff Fisher as far as hate vs. respect goes.
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12-30-2008, 07:36 PM	#13
MahiMike He's Mahomie! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Jax, FL Casino cash: $10023443	You gotta think Cowher gets his asking price in Denver now.
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12-30-2008, 07:41 PM	#14
2112 Reset Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Parts Unknown Casino cash: $6866765	SHANAHAN HAS SOMETHING UP HIS SLEEVE? Posted by Mike Florio on December 30, 2008, 7:51 p.m. EST The immediate speculation in some league circles when word broke of the termination of long-time Broncos coach Mike Shanahan is that Shanahan has something else cooking, and that he forced his firing by refusing to agree to changes that owner Pat Bowlen wants to make. According to Jeff Legwold of the Rocky Mountain News, part of that speculation is right on the money. Per Legwold, Shanahan was fired because he refused to fire defensive coordinator Bob Slowik, whose unit surrendered 52 points in a Week Seventeen loss to the Chargers. Said Bowlen, in a release issued by the team: “After giving this careful consideration, I have concluded that a change in our football operations is in the best interests of the Denver Broncos. This is certainly a difficult decision, but one that I feel must be made and which will ultimately be in the best interests of all concerned. “I appreciate the 21 years that Mike Shanahan has given to the organization as an assistant and head coach, and the two Super Bowl wins in that time. His contributions hold a special place in Broncos history.” So if Shanahan wanted to get out of town because he has something else cooking, what might it be? Believe it or not, there’s speculation that Shanahan is trying to position himself for the Chargers job. What’s that, you say? The Chargers are in the playoffs and they’ve made it clear that Norv Turner is coming back as head coach? That was our reaction, too. But a highly-placed league source suspects that something is happening with Shanahan and San Diego. In our book, it’s almost as unlikely as Shanahan coaching the Raiders. But we’ll continue to keep our eyes peeled on this one
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12-30-2008, 07:40 PM	#15
el borracho In Pat We Trust Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Albuquerque, NM Casino cash: $2549148	HA! I just posted that possibility a few days ago! I'm a genius! By the way, the AFCW may really have all new coaches in 2009. Incredible... I wonder if that has ever happened before.
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