Who Else

[RealtorHorn]

I am so pumped. Ironically, Strong will make our team tougher and stronger. Dare we say this is a perfect fit thus far?? Just what the doctor ordered. And I love how it's Patterson's baby. He owns this, as he should. Great job all around.

Now, let's see who he decides to bring in/keep on staff. Recruiting needs tying up with NSD right around the corner, hopefully he can bring some big names from other schools (Nick Harvey, Solomon Thomas, Mack, Adams, Tony Brown, etc) would be nice.

I am so excited about the change. The giant is waking up. Hook 'em!!

 

[CCausey11]

This is an awesome hire! I've been a fan of Charlie's since we attended the same college back in the day. A quality individual that runs a solid program with real integrity.

There won't be any shirts being worn by our rivals begging us to keep him!

 

[acdirtbag]

I must confess, I fell victim to the arrogance surrounding who the next coach should be and as lifelong horn fan. I felt we should get who ever we want. But after more than three weeks of watching this playout. I realized this hire is exactly the right hire, we are TEXAS and because of that arrogance we do not have to or need to buy a coach just because we can. When we win it all, it will be even more rewarding knowing that we did it the right way!

We just hired a coach that answers and will address every concern we have had for last four years. Texas strong will build this into the next dynasty! Looking forward to the chapter of being a longhorn fan! Hook 'Em

 

[utparothed]

I think he's the right guy at the right time. Can't wait for next season to start!

 

[java]

During the initial chaos which followed the premature release of the offer, I was stunned and didn't know how to react. I finally realized that I was pissed the information leaked before an official announcement could be released, which I felt made us look like amateurs. One of my nephews, 20 years old, told me that it is impossible to prevent that 'stuff' in this rapid information age, which I guess is true. In that case, you must use the technology to your advantage. It appears we did that.

Regarding Coach Strong, I think he is motivated, intelligent, honorable, and committed to excellence. One of my favorite quotes is one by Lombardi, "The quality of a person's life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence." I think Coach Strong is committed to excellence.

If you haven't read the piece Goldenheart (I think) posted, please read it. In Louisville, Coach Strong had a young man who received 2 dwi's. After the 1st, the young man was on notice. After the 2nd, he was off the team, but not cut from the program or his scholarship. He straightened up, earned a bachelor's and master's degree. During that time, he periodically talked to the team about drinking and driving. That is constructive tough love, and I would doubt that there were many, if any, screw-ups after that.

I fully endorse Coach Strong. Go get 'em, Coach!

Welcome home, Vance.

Hook 'em!

 

[PTA]

I'm excited.
But I'll be more excited if he brings in a quality staff. Our offense was awful by the end of the year. That HAS to change.

This. Also anxious to see what happens in the Spring before becoming excited about the Fall. Curious to see what attrition transpires; what recruits he brings in besides what is already on board. What is the process for JUCO transfers? Is it too late? Horns have a few holes to fill, especially at QB.

 

[86MEHorn]

There won't be any shirts being worn by our rivals begging us to keep him!

And hopefully no more "Horns Down" at the end of games after we mudhole them

 

[texasfight4468]

I'm 100% onboard ! TexaStrong. I said before Coach Strong with the right OC could be special. I'm READY! Hook'em

 

[86MEHorn]

But I'll be more excited if he brings in a quality staff. Our offense was awful by the end of the year. That HAS to change.

For real. Maybe a QB and system that will bring the QBR back to double digits.

 

[whatthewhat]

*raises hand*

Me!

 

[JerrySandusky'sCellmate]

This for sure! What are we, like 3rd or 4th right now in recruiting our own state? That is unacceptable to me!

We are ranked 12 in the nation right now in recruiting. How is that 3rd or 4th in our own state? We are 2nd in our state to the Aggies if you go by that ranking.

 

[Knothole77]

Speaking for myself I was disappointed because I was not aware of Coach Strong and his achievements. It caused me to do a lot research and the more I read the more I was impressed and happy we landed him, even over some of my previous choices of bigger names. He leaves me no doubt he will have the fire in his belly to lead this team to a NC. I know he is not here for JUST the money as I felt some other big names would be. I feel we will be back on the tract to respectability and known as a though and physical team. How long has tha been since we've felt that way? It's feels so good to be excited about Texas Football again.

 

[chornovisor]

All in!

 

[Santiam]

I think we got a real good coach. Just remember, however, that changing the culture at UT is going to take awhile. It will be interesting to see how many of our current players buy into to Strong's methods. Strong has his work cut out for him but he is exactly what we need if we are to change the culture at Texas. I for one will be pulling for him to succeed and to do so quickly.

 

[Lord Vader]

Regarding Former Players:

Here is where I am on this. I understand he must, to an extent, "embrace" the tradition of Texas, but there are some guys who are such strong Mack-o-philes I don't think this is an appropriate time for them to be around. I understand its his job now to be here, but as an example, Quan Cosby is a guy who the new staff needs to keep an eye on.

Cosby has been adamant since his 2010 termination that Greg Davis:

* Was the best OC in America and an elite football mind

* The last four years were our fault because we (Longhorn Nation) "ran him off"

Lately his stance has also been:

* Mack Brown is king and (hinted at) Longhorn Nation will be sorry we "ran him off" too

He may mean well, and I dont know the guy personally, but Charlie Strong has to make a massive systemic change of the culture of entitlement and softness here. Very hard to do that with guys behind your back mumbling about how it was better under the other guy. This will be even more key when Pat Moorer is kicking their asses over the next few months and it becomes "too hard" for some kids.

On the other hand, guys like Ricky, KDV, some of the NFL guys who made it, you want them around. Guys like Henry Melton who were quick to point out this thing was in the toilet and not afraid to admit it. Real pros.

Just my opinion, but Bill OBrien had to fight this crap at Penn State. I dont want Coach Strong fighting it at Texas.

 

[RunningHorn]

Is getting more excited every day?
After doing extensive research on Strong, I have to admit, I am now anticipating next season and ushering the the new era.

I want to see you and Shaunters in a cage fight as he's on record saying it's "not the right hire" and that BMDs are pissed. Might be right about the later, but to come out strongly on the former seems puzzling.

 

[Slamsox]

I'm in! Let the new era begin!

 

[Dave26]

I really believe we have a very good hire. More and More good info keeps coming and like I said yesterday, this is a coach that WANTED to coach at Texas!

 

[acropora]

I was initially okay with this hire. However, the more you look at his background, see what UF, UL and USC people think about him, see his excellence in molding kids both on and off the field, the more excited I get.

The two questions I had about him were:

1) recruiting: I think to a certain extent, Texas recruits itself. it's like Duke or KU in basketball. We also sit on a talent laden goldmine. Getting Florida kids to a small town in Kentucky is not as hard as getting kids from Dallas and Houston to come to Austin. He's also got the benefit of having coached the most recent likely #1 pick in the draft and 4 years of excellence to sell, as opposed to the promise that he was selling right off. Plus, with an much larger amount of money for assistants, a lot of that could be mitigated by getting a couple rainmakers like Orgeron or Brewster on the staff

2) offense: I won't like Shawn Watson. I think he's a mediocre west coast guy who is a good qb coach. He's also the dick that coached at NU and got in Colt's face. I really want to see who he goes after at OC. If it's Watson, I'll deal. If he goes and gets a guy like Herman (or some other similiar caliber guy), then I'm much more enthustiastic. If the rumor that Wickline is a strong possiblity for OL, it makes the offense look a lot better

Nothing is a sure thing but Strong brings better coordinator credentials then Muschamp, who many were ready to annoint as savior, as well as 4 years to learn the ropes of being a HC (and make his initial mistakes). He's young, but not too young. He's a guy who seems to genuinely care about his kids and I think his recruiting may start off slowly but if he builds the monster I expect, will quickly take off.

 

[Embrey]

Regarding Former Players:
Here is where I am on this. I understand he must, to an extent, "embrace" the tradition of Texas, but there are some guys who are such strong Mack-o-philes I don't think this is an appropriate time for them to around. I understand its his job now to be here, but as an example, Quan Cosby is a guy who the new staff needs to keep an eye on.

Cosby has been adamant since his 2010 termination that Greg Davis:

* Was the best OC in America and an elite football mind

* The last four years were our fault because we (Longhorn Nation) "ran him off"

Lately his stance has also been:

* Mack Brown is king and (hinted at) Longhorn Nation will be sorry we "ran him off" too

He may mean well, and I dont know the guy personally, but Charlie Strong has to make a massive systemic change of the culture of entitlement and softness here. Very hard to do that with guys behind your back mumbling about how it was better under the other guy. This will be even more key when Pat Moorer is kicking their asses over the next few months and it becomes "too hard" for some kids.

On the other hand, guys like Ricky, KDV, some of the NFL guys who made it, you want them around. Guys like Henry Melton who were quick to point out this thing was in the toilet and not afraid to admit it. Real pros.

Just my opinion, but Bill OBrien had to fight this crap at Penn State. I dont want Coach Strong fighting it at Texas.

Mack Brown sat atop his throne

Basking in the glory that VY brought home

Soon he proclaimed to all throughout the land

That it wasn't about Texas, it was about the man

As he sat on his laurels and broadened his scope

The world was his oyster, he demanded more rope

And he got it, and got more and got more again

He had all the bases covered but he forgot to win

Soon losses weren't the man's enemy

It was winning at all costs without integrity

But winning is what he was brought in to do

The class and the honor and how do you do

Are expected if you plan to stay coach for long

So they shitcanned his ass and brought in coach Strong

If Mack is half the man he proclaims to be

He'll get off the sideline and repeat after me

Coach Strong has my support in the upcoming fight

Stand Strong with the coach, he'll steer you right