The Lions' Pride

Roof isn't a major lose IMO. He did a solid job in year one but I don't expect this to hurt us defensively. The biggest plus to Roof was his recruiting ties in the south. As long as we keep the rest of the staff intact we are in good shape. Is it confirmed Ethridge is the guy to take over for Butler?

i highly doubt he would stoop that low to OB

Wouldn't expect him to do that to OB.

Butler’s quick promotion leads me to think this had been in the works for some time, although there are no indications that Roof was being forced out. There has been some question as to why Butler was promoted over Larry Johnson Sr. or Ron Vanderlinden. However, both coaches reportedly made it known last winter during the hiring process for O’Briens staff that they were not interested in an expanded role.

This is from VBR...

BINGO!!!!!!!!

Connect the dots. Roof gets an offer, talks to BOB, who goes to AD......sorry BOB, no more $$$. BOB gets pissed and contacts NFL teams via agent, stuff happens. Now Roof is leaving within a couple of days? Wouldn't be surprised to see one or more. Also, think Roof recruits the "commits" from down yonder???? I do.

I doubt Roof is getting much of a raise at GT. Its his alma mater and he loves the South, I'm sure that had more to do with it.

Roof was the right guy for last year ... keep things going and don't get in the way of an already good system. But, I don't believe Roof is a guy who can build on a system or take it to new levels. Butler may be that kind of coach. We'll see.

Give me Jordan Hill, our LBs, Vandy, and LJ...I'll do OK running a D. The man was supposed to be heralded for his aggression and blitz schemes. Yet, I saw little improvement in the pass rush and our 2011 strengths remained 2012 strengths. As the year went along, I do think we got much better production from the secondary considering the level of talent there. Hopefully, that was a reflection of Butler.

Ultimately, Roof got a shot to go back to his alma mater and home state. How long did we expect a southern nomad to hang around anyways? Not surprising or disappointing. I don't think that there is any financial conspiracy around this whatsoever. It's common sense.

No confirmation on promotion for GA?

Zac denied it on his twitter... Said he had that status since the beginning. He's a GA, but does coach the DBs the most I guess...

Well fortunately we have a few cupcakes on the schedule to work out the kinks.

I'd like to know how involved he was in last year's defense.

Preparation is great, but guys like Hoke and Meyer are good because they make great in-game adjustments. Hopefully he's a fast learner. Our offense should be able to keep us afloat for a while, but I'd be a lot more comfortable with an experienced DC, even if that DC was Ted Roof.

Coaches can still see things and make adjustments, even if they're not calling plays.