Jerry Richardson obviously likes defensive coordinators. Right now, he is looking at Ron Rivera, Greg Manusky and Perry Fewell to fill the vacancy left behind by John Fox's departure. Each of these guys are from the exact same mold as Fox, and most every other head coach the Panthers have had in their short time in the NFL. Perhaps his one time of trying an offensive minded coach, the disastrous hiring of George Siefert, scared him off that forever. Perhaps he is just a stubborn man that refuses to acknowledge that an offensive mind is needed in Carolina. Either way, he is headed for some serious heartbreak unless he gets really lucky.
With all the potential offensive candidates out there that could bring the Panthers new offensive life, it is mind boggling why Richardson is being so hard headed. The truth is, offense costs money both in player and coaches. Richardson is so locked into the possible labor strike that he is cutting corners at every opportunity. At a press conference this week, he actually was unapologetic about the horrendous season he brought on with the cuts. In addition, he had the nerve to tell Panthers fans that he was not signing any free agents until an agreement was reached.
CARRY ON
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