DC_Rams wrote: ↑5 years ago
You all act as though Hurley made lemonade out of lemons. He had a 4 year class, that beared fruit. Hurley had a hand in the product you see on the floor. His success rate and experience as a head coach may have garnered an extra win or two, but for the most part this team is what it is. I don’t know how anyone can come to these extreme conclusions after Cox being on the job for 8 months. We have a rotation of 6-7 guys that can actually contribute. Next year we will have a minimum of 9 rotation guys. Big difference, will allow for flexibility in the lineup along with a host of other things. One thing for sure, I will not write off these kids and believe that they will not continue to develop in the off season. I’m a glass half full/optimist. As I have said in the past, after season 2, and no progress, all bets are off. After year one? It’s just stupid, imo.
Call me a honk or whatever, just my .02.
I agree that people seem to forget the growing pains we had with Dan as a coach. He definitely underachieved at times. I do believe the record would be similar with Dan as our coach but I don't believe the team would look this way.
Dan's teams got better. Even with a depleted roster I saw his guys develop. I saw a team bonding and connecting. A team that would run through a wall for their coach and their teammates.
I was actually defending Cox until recently. It's not about wins or losses it's about the eye test. The team is quitting on him. They are arguing and fighting in games. Some guys don't high five when they gut subbed out and walk to bench with their heads down. They look like they don't care what Cox is saying during huddles.
While watching Saturday there was a moment that stuck with me. 2 minutes were left, we called a timeout and the camera panned to our bench. Our guys looked like they could care less. I saw Tyrese looking up at the ceiling with a pout on his face. Dana and CT were talking to each other and not paying attention. Fatts was staring at his shoes. Jeff and Cyril seemed to be the only ones that seemed interested. All while Cox is drawing up a play in a key moment.
I then see Fordhams bench. Every single guy is focused on the head coach. They were locked in and looked like they were going to do whatever it takes to win. Laser focused. We may have a lot more talent, but I'd take that 100% of the time.
I do think it's fair to give Cox another year, but I wouldn't be upset if this was it. I hope i'm wrong. Go Rhody!