Are You Concerned?!

[ravenjoe]

Are any of you concerned with the fact that the owner and president of the team 'sacked' the coach, rather than letting Ozzie make that decision; certainly, the owner can do what he wants, but isn't this a little like how the warehouse operates. Are any of you concerned with the fact that neither Jim Schwartz, nor Marty, (nor Russ Grim) have been called in yet for an interview?! Are any of you concerned with the apparent perception around the league that the Baltimore Ravens look like a 'trainwreck', as evidenced by the fact that the OC of the Browns would rather remain as an OC, rather than interview for the HC job of the Ravens? Are any of you concerned with what the next five years will bring, what with our aging veterans ready to retire, and no certainty regarding the stability of our next HC?! I AM!

[RavenScallywag]

Are any of you concerned with the fact that the owner and president of the team 'sacked' the coach, rather than letting Ozzie make that decision; certainly, the owner can do what he wants, but isn't this a little like how the warehouse operates.

It could be spin, but Bisciotti said he was constantly asking both Dick Cass and Ozzie for their input. Both claimed to have supported the decision to fire Brian. It could be false, but Ozzie didn't come out and say anything, so there's no way to know. Bisciotti is going to be a hands-off owner, but he also isn't going to let his "business" (aka the Team) go down the pipes. While I think I would've kept Brian around for another year, I also agree with the decision to fire him, it was time for a change.


Are any of you concerned with the fact that neither Jim Schwartz, nor Marty, (nor Russ Grim) have been called in yet for an interview?!

CHILL! Marty, for whatever reason, said he didn't want to be brought in until the second round of interviews. Whether that was to give him more time or to push Brian Schottenheimer's chances, I don't know. Jim Schwartz just hasn't been scheduled yet, I think we'll bring him in for a look, but if we don't, I don't think it's the end of the world. He's an intriguing prospect, but it's not like he'd be a slam dunk coach in the NFL, he has just as many ? marks as a lot of coaching prospects. Russ Grimm, something odd must be going on with him. NO OTHER team has brought him in for an interview, which either tells me he isn't interested in any of the teams (That would be a slap in the face of the Redskins if that turns out to be true) or his ideas just aren't meshing with team brass around the league.


Are any of you concerned with the apparent perception around the league that the Baltimore Ravens look like a 'trainwreck', as evidenced by the fact that the OC of the Browns would rather remain as an OC, rather than interview for the HC job of the Ravens?

I was VERY glad when he signed an extension...He had one year of success, and no one else was considering him for a job. He signed an extension because Cleveland threw money at him, and I laughed because he was never a serious candidate here, except maybe if we could steal him as OC. I don't think we look like a "trainwreck", we've certainly not had many other coaches turn us down, aside from Cowher, McDaniels, and Ferentz, who turned ALL the NFL down.


Are any of you concerned with what the next five years will bring, what with our aging veterans ready to retire, and no certainty regarding the stability of our next HC?! I AM!

It's called the draft. Over the past 2-3 drafts, about all but 2 of the players we got are on this team and most are making an impact. With the exception of the 2004 draft, of which only Dwan Edwards and Devard Darling remain, most of our draft picks go on to fill our depth. And let's not forget that we can find pretty good UDFAs too. We're slowly replacing some of our aging talent, look at our OL. Next year, we're likely going to see Terry, Brown, Chester, Grubbs, and Yanda. The OLDEST player is Terry or Brown, and that's still only 3-4 years in the league! We have several young WRs, a young RB, several LB prospects who could start to make big contributions next year...The only retirees I see for next year are Ogden (which we've been planning for), Flynn (which we've been hoping for), and possibly Derrick Mason (which would hurt but D-Will and DVD can step up) and maybe Samari Rolle (though nothing has indicated he would retire).

Dude, just RELAX. We fired our coach 2 and a half weeks ago. I'd be more scared if we just hired the first guy who came in for an interview. This tells me were serious about finding the person that is PERFECT for the job.

[ravenjoe]

Nice post; but we'll see how all of this unfolds! I've got some bad vibes about all of this - I guess it's because of what has happened to the other sports team in town! I'm fearful that a football decision will be made by non-football people, and that spells disaster! Bisciotti may be well-intentioned; but football is all about xs and os, and I'm just not real confident that someone who understands that football games are won in the trenches will be brought in to fix this mess!

[HoustonRaven]

My God ...

Decaf, my friend. It will do you wonders.

It took a month to get Bilick signed when he got here. We're in great shape.

And what train-wreck perception? Maybe that's what they are saying on the rumor filled WNST but in the real world, the Ravens are considered the most desirable option for a future head coach.

Maybe valium is in order along with the decaf.

[HoustonRaven]

We fired our coach 2 and a half weeks ago.

Uhh ... A math lesson is in order. ;)

[ravenjoe]

I hear you; but Ozzie is responsible for overseeing the football end of things, and I don't believe unloading Billick was HIS decision, (even though the owner can do whatever he wants). Ozzie apparently agreed; but then what was he supposed to do. Hopefully, we're not heading down a dangerous slope here; only time will tell, and I hope I'm wrong.

[festivus]

Ravenjoe, the only thing that troubled me was the firing of the HC apparently originated from the owner's office, and not Ozzie's.

They'll find a good coach. And as much as I like Jim Schwartz as my #1 choice, if they choose not to hire him, or if they choose not even to interview Marty, I am *sure* they have their reasons. Remember coaches and gm's spend almost all the time behind proverbial closed doors, and our FO will research each candidate from head to toe, with access to behind-the-scenes stuff, before the final decision is made.

[flraven]

I'm pretty confident the Ravens will select the coach that gives them the best chance to win.
On Sunday countdown this past Sunday, the analysts were asked to pick the best HC job available, and while two picked Miami (because Parcells was there), two picked Baltimore. No one mentioned a "train wreck" with regards to the Ravens.

[Losac]

It's only been 10 days since Billick was fired. While some of the candidates they've brought in have been somewhat of a head-scratcher (B. Schottenheimer), it's still very early. I wouldn't expect an announcement until after the Super Bowl.

What I'm concerned about is that Cowher, in todays Sun article, says no one from Baltimore has contacted him about the job. I know he's denied wanting to coach in 08, but shouldn't they at least contact his agent to try to throw some money his way to change his mind?

[Rochardrik]

It's only been 10 days since Billick was fired. While some of the candidates they've brought in have been somewhat of a head-scratcher (B. Schottenheimer), it's still very early. I wouldn't expect an announcement until after the Super Bowl.

What I'm concerned about is that Cowher, in todays Sun article, says no one from Baltimore has contacted him about the job. I know he's denied wanting to coach in 08, but shouldn't they at least contact his agent to try to throw some money his way to change his mind?

NO!!!!

[flraven]

Maybe the Ravens actually believe Cowher when he says he's not interested. Actually, I'm not interested in him as a Ravens coach either. It took him 15 years to bring a Lombardi to Pittsburgh.

[ravenwoman]

Ravenjoe,

I understand your concerns, because we are so use to the media filling us in every time someone sneezes over at Owings Mills. Unfortunately, this is one time when loose lips, sink ships. They are more organized over there then we give them credit for. For all of my criticisms of Ozzie, I do believe he has a calming effect on the organization, and that they have a process in place, similar to the draft. I would suggest that you read Mike Duffy's article on BaltimoreRavens.com. It explains in detail why the Ravens are being so quiet about the hiring process. If you read between the lines, there may have been other candidates interviewed that we, the public, are unaware of. They may have also have conducted some web cam interviews or teleconferencing interviews with candidates that they are familar with. That is how business is conducted in the 21st century. The NFL is a small world. Everybody knows someone who knows somebody else. It's not like these people are total strangers.

I know its hard, but we have to relax. I guarantee you that they will have someone in place in 30-45 days. They have to. The draft and free agency is around the corner and the new coach will have to haveto assemble a staff of assistants. There is plenty of work to do. Have a glass of wine. Cheers!

[TheExtraPoint]

I have a very, very strong suspicion that Bill Cowher will be our next head coach. Just an informed hunch.

(No sources, just my read of the situation).

[ravenjoe]

Well, ExtraPoint, I will be the first to applaud your 'hunch' if this, in fact, comes true. That, my friend, would be worthy of a fine bottle of vino, maybe a nice Bordeaux, '05 vintage, and a playing of Ray Charles reindition, "America the Beautiful"!

[ravenwoman]

ExtraPoint,

Since we all thought that Billick would be back for another year, I am not going to say "No Way" Cowher is coming here. I know where you are going with this. Cowher said "He didn't have any PLANS to coach in 2008." But plans do change, just like Bisciotti changed his mind. Many of us are hoping for this. But if the Ravens contact him and he says "NO", that would be an embarrassment, like the OC from Cleveland turned us down. We are a prideful organization, so they have to tread lightly with this one. I still say its a 100-1 shot. But I hope you are right.

[HoustonRaven]

I have a very, very strong suspicion that Bill Cowher will be our next head coach. Just an informed hunch.

(No sources, just my read of the situation).

Let me know what your hunch is on a few races so I can bet the exact opposite!

Cowher has said time and time again (most recently yesterday) he is not coming back because of his daughter in high school. He went on to say the Ravens havnt even contacted him. During Sunday's pre-game, he said pretty much the same thing the papers are saying.

Here is the exact quote from the USA Today and AP articles:

"'I don't have any plans to coach in 2008,' Cowher said.

One reason Cowher wants to stay out of coaching is that doing so allows him to watch his three daughters play college and high school basketball.

'No one from Baltimore has contacted me,' Cowher said. 'I want to spend more time with my family, and I'm really enjoying and trying to get better at my job at CBS.'"

[Drkraven]

I understand it Feels like 2 and half weeks or longer! I dislike change and would like to see everything settled ASAP, but i also want to see it done right.

[Rayvens52]

Let me know what your hunch is on a few races so I can bet the exact opposite!

Cowher has said time and time again (most recently yesterday) he is not coming back because of his daughter in high school. He went on to say the Ravens havnt even contacted him. During Sunday's pre-game, he said pretty much the same thing the papers are saying.

Here is the exact quote from the USA Today and AP articles:

"'I don't have any plans to coach in 2008,' Cowher said.

One reason Cowher wants to stay out of coaching is that doing so allows him to watch his three daughters play college and high school basketball.

'No one from Baltimore has contacted me,' Cowher said. 'I want to spend more time with my family, and I'm really enjoying and trying to get better at my job at CBS.'"

i am not saying you are wrong, but i will not listen to what a coach has to say. How many times have we heard a coach say I am not going to leave here to go there, or there is no way I would be there and then wow shocker there they go. I will just wait and see on this one IMO.

[TheExtraPoint]

Let me know what your hunch is on a few races so I can bet the exact opposite!

Oh you got me GOOD! Nice one.

Anyway...

I could be wrong about all of this, but I think I have my facts straight so far. Here is how I see it.

I read the USA Today article, which contains quotes - not from yesterday as you said - but from several days ago, before Joe Gibbs resigned. In them, he did in fact say that he doesn't plan to coach in 2008. And yes, I do read into the word "plan" because that's what I like to do - look beneath the quote to see what someone might actually be saying, or more so what they aren't saying. I also don't recall any comment from Cowher during the CBS pre-game Sunday, which I watched almost in it's entirety. What did I miss?

Prior to this article, all we have heard is MEDIA re-iteration of a year-old position by Cowher (formulated upon his retirement) that he was taking off two years. Personally, I've yet to hear anything from Cowher or his representative that CONVINCES me he is out of the coaching business in 2008. Just one article with a couple of uber-vague quotes.

Plans change, friend. Coaches like Cowher get hungry again in a hurry. They miss the game, hate being away from it, and fear missing out on great opportunities, which the Ravens opening represents. People that say this isn't one of the premier jobs in the NFL are looking too much at our 2007 record and roster, and not hard enough at the well-conceived infrastructure in place in Owings Mills. It's a TERRIFIC job worthy of a terrific coach to lead the troops. Steve Bisciotti said it, and I agree completely.

You could very justifiably argue that the Ravens are - at worst - the best franchise in the closest proximity to Cowher's North Carolina home, if not one of the best in the league regardless of all variables. Not to mention it's close to Princeton where two of his daughters attend college, and at least one plays basketball.

The chin is a savvy mother, a savvy mother who is still under contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He knows how the league works, and certainly anyone representing the Ravens that has talked to him would remind him of that under-contract status. The Ravens couldn't have talked to him in compliance with league rules - that's tampering brother, punishable by loss of money and/or draft picks (probably both, thank you Mr.Goodell).

Of course, do I believe the Ravens have reached out to him? Sure I do... although not directly. But you better believe there has been third party communication here. It would be insane not to reach out to a coach with his track-record of success.

At this stage I've heard or seen no reports of the Ravens seeking permission from the Steelers to talk to Cowher ahead of his contract expiring, which for a division rival, might be hard to obtain anyway.

And still, many very familiar with the franchise believe Cowher is atop the Ravens wish-list. Put two and two together - why would the Ravens never talk to a guy that connected people believe is their number one candidate? Does that make any sense to anyone? Maybe there's a little more going on here than meets the eye... He claims no one from the Ravens had contacted him, and that he's going to work at CBS and be with his family. While it's nice to say, I'm not sold - not yet.

In fact if you remember, it was Bill Cowher who tried to negotiate an extension to his contract with the Steelers, before ultimately deciding on 'retirement' (which many people believe was due to the fact that he wasn't going to get the money he felt he earned from the Steelers, reportedly as much as double his previous $4million salary).

So while it's all cute and fluffy to think he wants to watch his daughters play basketball and frolic around the swingset at his new $2.5 million mansion in North Carolina, this coach who is as passionate about the game as any coach I've ever seen isn't going to be out of the league long, believe that. He probably would never have left had the Steelers ponied up the requisite dough. It was a good time to step aside, but he will be back if the right opportunity presents itself. I strongly believe that it's here.

He might not be the guy ultimately - but it's way too quiet for me to believe there is NOTHING going on on either end here.

As for guys like the offensive coordinators in Cleveland and New England turning us down, it's simple - Ozzie Newsome is smart. Having the opportunity to pick the brains of two rival offensive masterminds would provide him with some extremely valuable intelligence coming from teams he ultimately will find himself competing with, two teams with proven offensive success in this league.

This stuff goes on in the league all the time, and franchises that know Ozzie well are probably equally savvy in advising their coaches to stay away, or stay with them. Coaching searches in the NFL often have as much to do with politics as they do coaches. That's the nature of the league.

And then of course, maybe Brian Schottenheimer, he of the league's mid-20's best offense over the last two years, is a legitimate head-coaching candidate for the Ravens.

Or maybe Ozzie Newsome is doing a favor for an old friend, Marty Schottenheimer, by promoting the talents of his son, a young, moderately accomplished coordinator who eventually desires to be a head-coach in this league but who might be held back by a sub-par Jets franchise lacking any discernible offensive talent. The Ravens are respected across the NFL - interviewing with them will impress onlookers.

And then maybe John Harbaugh IS a legitimate head-coaching candidate, despite being a seventh year special teams coach and one-time, one-year defensive backs coach.

Or MAYBE he's a Bill Cowher-clone and defensive coordinator waiting in the wings, following the same path (special teams coach to defensive backs coach to defensive coordinator) that Cowher himself once walked.

And maybe Russ Grimm is in line for a promotion to assistant coach/offensive coordinator in Baltimore when Cowher signs on. Wouldn't surprise me in the least.

I don't think, other than Jason Garrett and Jim Caldwell, that any of these 'candidates' are seriously being considered for the Ravens head-coaching position. That includes sexy Rexy. Please. The other two are, because the Ravens aren't stupid enough not to have their bases covered. The Ravens' organization is a VERY well-oiled machine, but the roster in my view is in shambles. Cowher is the exact personality to rebuild this team the right way around the core we already have in place. And meanwhile, they aren't going to get left at the alter without a second option waiting in the wings if he ultimately and truly isn't interested.

So maybe it's Cowher, maybe it's Garrett or Caldwell - I think it's the former. And if I'm wrong, so be it. Like I said, it's nothing more than an informed hunch. But I don't think completely baseless by any stretch.

[HoustonRaven]

Oh you got me GOOD! Nice one.

Smarmy much?


I could be wrong about all of this, but I think I have my facts straight so far. Here is how I see it.

I read the USA Today article, which contains quotes - not from yesterday as you said - but from several days ago, before Joe Gibbs resigned. In them, he did in fact say that he doesn't plan to coach in 2008. And yes, I do read into the word "plan" because that's what I like to do - look beneath the quote to see what someone might actually be saying, or more so what they aren't saying. I also don't recall any comment from Cowher during the CBS pre-game Sunday, which I watched almost in it's entirety. What did I miss?

My mistake on the article timing. However, Cowher also spoke to Charlie Casserly on set and on camera and said the same thing. Speaking of the Skins former GM, he mentions this same conversation live on the radio during his appearance on The Junkies on 1/8. You can listen to it on iTunes via podcast.


Prior to this article, all we have heard is MEDIA re-iteration of a year-old position by Cowher (formulated upon his retirement) that he was taking off two years. Personally, I've yet to hear anything from Cowher or his representative that CONVINCES me he is out of the coaching business in 2008. Just one article with a couple of uber-vague quotes.

I gave you three examples, two of which are from Cowher's own "uber-vague" mouth.


Plans change, friend. Coaches like Cowher get hungry again in a hurry. They miss the game, hate being away from it, and fear missing out on great opportunities, which the Ravens opening represents. People that say this isn't one of the premier jobs in the NFL are looking too much at our 2007 record and roster, and not hard enough at the well-conceived infrastructure in place in Owings Mills. It's a TERRIFIC job worthy of a terrific coach to lead the troops. Steve Bisciotti said it, and I agree completely.

Agreed that Cowher is hungry. He knows he will coach again and can afford to wait until his daughter is out of high school. Bisciotti also said he hasnt spoken to Cowher and nothing has come from 1 Winning Drive to suggest he has as of today. So you believe Bisciotti on one thing but not the other? You cant have it both ways.


Of course, do I believe the Ravens have reached out to him? Sure I do... although not directly. But you better believe there has been third party communication here. It would be insane not to reach out to a coach with his track-record of success.

Again, you believe people in one breath but dont when it suits your argument. Either you believe Bisciotti and Cowher or you dont. Which is it?


At this stage I've heard or seen no reports of the Ravens seeking permission from the Steelers to talk to Cowher ahead of his contract expiring, which for a division rival, might be hard to obtain anyway.

He's not an active coach and doesnt need to get permission. He, like Billick, is allowed to talk to other teams even though they have monetary contracts in place. For someone who does a lot of writing, you sure dont seem to have a grasp on league rules.


And still, many very familiar with the franchise believe Cowher is atop the Ravens wish-list.

Who? WNST? Preston? Gimme a break ...:insane:

Talk about fluff. Certainly you have a gift of writing. Hopefully, you can pull that together with a gift for facts, too.

[highwater]

I'm concerned with some of the issues you raise, but not all of them. I don't think we're regarded as a "train wreck" -- the Atlanta Falcons are a train wreck, the Baltimore Ravens are not.

I AM concerned that this seemed to be strictly Bisciotti's decision, and I'm not convinced that Ozzie agreed with it. Bisciotti himself said that it was a "gut feeling" and that he just decided to do this the day before he did it. I would prefer the owner take the GM's advice on such matters, and I'm not at all sure that happened here. I think Ozzie was following the party line at the press conference.

That doesn't mean that they won't end up hiring a very good coach, because I hope and think they will. But I didn't like the casual, "Well, I woke up this morning and decided to fire the coach" attitude that Bisciotti protrayed. Just because he consulted with Ozzie doens't mean he followed his advice.

[ravenwoman]

After reading all accounts in the paper and seeing him on television, I do believe Bill Cowher is going to sit out another year. He can well afford to do it. The man is in a position of strength and I also think he wants at least partial control over the personnel decisions in his next go round. That would not happen in Baltimore. I also feel there is a good possibility that he would want the Carolina Panthers job, which is closer to home for him. For him to come here, is a very long shot at best.

[highwater]

An acquaintance told me last Wednesday that his family are close friends with the Modells and David told him that the deal with Cowher was already done - it was consumated on the much rumored golf weekend with Bisciotti three weeks prior.

I absolutely don't believe that. I don't like how Bisciotti decided to fire Billick on a whim, but I beleive that's what he did. If your acquaintance's story is true, it would make Bisciotti a really big liar, because that means he would have made the decision weeks ago, as opposed to the day before, as he said.

I think Cowher is sitting next season out, but if he does decide to come back, he'd be more likely to go to the Redskins than the Ravens.

[purplepoe]

He's not an active coach and doesnt need to get permission. He, like Billick, is allowed to talk to other teams even though they have monetary contracts in place. For someone who does a lot of writing, you sure dont seem to have a grasp on league rules.


Be careful Houston.

Billick was fired. Cowher walked away.

There's a big difference there. Bisciotti terminated Billick's contract. The Steelers did no such thing to Cowher's. He still has one year left on his deal that he hasn't fulfilled. There might have been an agreement between Cowher and the Steelers about not needing permission to talk to other teams. Sometimes a team will waive their rights if the coach agrees to not coach for a certain amount of time.

Im not an expert but Im pretty sure that the Steelers have the right to and could ask for compensation from a team that wants to sign Cowher to a contract. Billick? He's free and clear because he didn't resign, he was fired.

PP

[HoustonRaven]

Be careful Houston.

Billick was fired. Cowher walked away.

There's a big difference there. Bisciotti terminated Billick's contract. The Steelers did no such thing to Cowher's. He still has one year left on his deal that he hasn't fulfilled. There might have been an agreement between Cowher and the Steelers about not needing permission to talk to other teams. Sometimes a team will waive their rights if the coach agrees to not coach for a certain amount of time.

Im not an expert but Im pretty sure that the Steelers have the right to and could ask for compensation from a team that wants to sign Cowher to a contract. Billick? He's free and clear because he didn't resign, he was fired.

PP

Im pretty sure (80%) that Im right on this.

Sure, a pay out is in order should Cowher take another job but I dont think that means permission is needed. I believe the wording is "active coaches" with no mention of how that coach became inactive.

I will check with my "sources" and get back to ya! ;)

[purplepoe]

Im pretty sure (80%) that Im right on this.

Sure, a pay out is in order should Cowher take another job but I dont think that means permission is needed. I believe the wording is "active coaches" with no mention of how that coach became inactive.

I will check with my "sources" and get back to ya! ;)

See what you find.

Im actually interested in finding out now.

Noting much has been said regarding permission or compensation.

I wonder if the Steelers would demand compensation and how much they would ask for. Could you imagine if they asked for something astronomical like two 1st round picks. Can they even ask for something that outlandish?

PP

[HoustonRaven]

See what you find.

Im actually interested in finding out now.

Noting much has been said regarding permission or compensation.

I wonder if the Steelers would demand compensation and how much they would ask for. Could you imagine if they asked for something astronomical like two 1st round picks. Can they even ask for something that outlandish?

PP

I think they would be confined to the contract. If two draft picks are in the contract, then yeah, they will get that as compensation.

But like I have been saying, I really dont see any way Cowher coaches this year -- unless Danny Boy or Bisciotti shows up in SC with sack full of cash ($10+ Million) and he cant say no.

[camdenyard]

Actually, Cowher said he isn't coaching in 2008. He didn't say he isn't coaching in Baltimore in 2008.

As the Godfather said, as I swear on my son's (Santino's) grave, this truce will not be broken by me. He was right, it wasn't. It was broken by his son, Michael, and with his plan. He was dead.


Sometimes you have to read between the lines.

:laugh:

Actually, Cowher said that "I have no plans to coach in 2008", not that "I will not coach in 2008".

One could read between the lines there.

[highwater]

Actually, Cowher said that "I have no plans to coach in 2008", not that "I will not coach in 2008".

One could read between the lines there.

I think we're probably reading too much between the lines with Cowher. He has said consistently that he isn't planning on coaching next season, but of course he could always change his mind. I actually think that he will sit out next season, but if he changes his mind, it wouldn't exactly be a crime. He can say whatever he wants -- the guy's not on trial. He doesn't need to choose his words that carefully.

My Bisciotti-esque "gut feeling" is that he really will sit the season out.

[RavensNTerps]

It's only been 10 days since Billick was fired. While some of the candidates they've brought in have been somewhat of a head-scratcher (B. Schottenheimer), it's still very early. I wouldn't expect an announcement until after the Super Bowl.

What I'm concerned about is that Cowher, in todays Sun article, says no one from Baltimore has contacted him about the job. I know he's denied wanting to coach in 08, but shouldn't they at least contact his agent to try to throw some money his way to change his mind?

And you believe everything you read?

Nick Saban hadn't talked to Alabama, either.

[HoustonRaven]

Two or three coaches go back on their word and all of a sudden every coach is suspect.

Get real. While people choose to ONLY read into the "plans" comment, I choose to look at ALL the things he has said. The man is a family man and doesnt want to uproot his kid. Period.

There have been no talks with the Ravens. No talks with the Skins. No talk with the Falcons or Dolphins. Not one rumor. Yet some here think they are Deepthroat with their reasonings.

Come on people. Cowher is not a Saban or Petrino. He has oodles of cash, doesnt need to come back and wants to keep his kid stable. Anything else then that is 100% uninformed speculation.