NFL coach reportedly interested in interviewing LSU's Joe Brady for offensive coordinator position
Turn out the hottest name in college football assistant circles may just be the hottest name in NFL assistant circles, too.
That’s because another NFL coach is reportedly interested in meeting with LSU passing game coordinator Joe Brady. This season, Brady became the first non-coordinator to win the Broyles Award, which has been given out annually to the nation’s best assistant coach since the 1996 season.
You may recall, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media recently reported that Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Don Martindale was had been shopping Brady’s name as his potential offensive coordinator hire if he were to land a head coaching job this NFL offseason. While that scenario is unlikely to play out considering only the Cleveland Browns have a head coaching opening at this time, it appears another NFL coach is interested in potentially naming Brady as his offensive coordinator.
According to FootballScoop, recently-hired Carolina coach Matt Rhule is “interested in speaking” to Brady regarding his interest in becoming the Panthers new offensive coordinator. The site is also reporting that Rhule is prepared to wait until after LSU’s appearance in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game to meet with Brady.
Take that for what it’s worth but it certainly appears that Brady will have several suitors once LSU’s season comes to an end.
At this point does LSU feel confident about keeping him
I wouldn’t say confident, but LSU can pay whatever any other college or pro team can for his services. This won’t be about money as much as his long term goals. Those obviously changed during this season.
The owner of the Panthers is worth 50x more than the entire LSU program. He can pay more, if he wants him badly enough.
Sure, because wealthy got that way by overpaying.
Could he isn’t a salary cap in college but there is one in the Pros so I beg to differ
There is a salary cap in the pros for players, not coaches.
If I’m not mistaken Ensminger didn’t want the OC job but took it anyway. So maybe he is gonna take a lesser role and give Brady the promotion. Anyway I don’t think he gets enough credit and is overlooked a lot
I’m obviously biased, and not saying he couldn’t do it. But I believe he should wait before making the jump that quickly for his own sake. I could be proved wrong though.
At the same time it no secret, especially in coaching, you’ve gotta get it while the gettin’s good. Not sure it’s gonna get much better for any of LSU’s staff than it is right now.
True that. I know we can only keep our guys for as long as possible. Money ain’t an issue it’s just what they want.
Well let me clarify. Sometimes money can be an issue lol
I hope he stays through his contract but don’t really expect him to. I do hope that someone who worked with him at least retained some of the knowledge
Is the playbook LSU’s property?
I mean, Burrow had a copy of it, for sure. I would guess Brennan has a copy. Seems like a copy of it will certainly be left behind.
I don’t see why he would stay. Gotta strike while the iron is hot. If the offense takes a step back next year without Burrow the phone might stop ringing.
On the other hand if he can keep it going without Burrow he’ll be able to go anywhere he wants next season. OC, HC… sky’s the limit.
I just dunno that it’s worth the risk. He can already get good money now and if he does well in the NFL next year those same jobs will be available but I get your point
I agree. Same for the players leaving early. Get the fat contract while you can. It may turn out Burrow and the receivers were just as key as the coaching.
Let me guess, Trace Armstrong is “leaking” this information so, that he can demand more money for his client. There is no way possible that Matt Rhule is going to give the O.C. job to a 30 yr. old, who has had a minor role with the Saints and 1 year on the job-training at LSU as the Passing Game Co-ordinator. This is Rhule’s big opportunity… he’s not going to risk it by hiring a guy with 1 yrs experience as an assistant. Please…
Thank you. People believe whatever the media tells them.
Lol LSU getting poached!!!!!
It’s ultimately about the players. He will probably be well advised to consider how much of a “genius” he’ll be next year without Burrow.
There is nothing inherently brilliant about his routes and play calling. It’s very good receivers, an excellent all-purpose running back and a great quarterback.