Let's keep this a legitimate, civil discussion. What are the positive things you like about Stitt? What are the negatives? Do the positives outweigh the negatives? Please list both the positives and negatives in your opinion. I'll start:
Positives:
- very happy with the type of kids/recruits he is bringing in. They seem to have a great work ethic, stay out of trouble, and focus on getting a diploma all while giving their heart and soul to a sport that doesn't always love them back
- I actually like the excitement in his offense. It's hard to say it isn't working when they are putting up 40 points and leading the big sky in total offense. He finally has his QB in Gresch who can run it at a high level (as Phillips was also doing) so it may only get better
- I like that he seems to really care about his players, as evidenced by holding Reese's hand when he was face down on the field (that was a cool deal, and no not all coaches are like that)
- I like that he realizes how big of a deal it is to Griz nation to get this program back on track and he feels strongly they have a great plan and are getting there. He seems to have a lot of confidence about that, which gives me hope.
- I really do like that he's innovative and has a good mind about the offense and what he wants to do
- I like the MT coaches and former Griz he has brought it. The Pride and Tradition is important and MT coaches and former players bleed it.
Negatives:
- not enough attention to special teams. When you can't find a kicker in D1 football who can boot it into the end zone that worries me. When the return guy is being tackled by 6 guys who are untouched, that worries me.
- lack of adjustments on both sides of the ball. Football is all about match ups and adjustments. I feel like the Griz have the talent to match up with anyone. We are not making the necessary in game adjustments to win games. In fact, it's led to a number of losses. When does that get fixed? Why isn't it already? He was pressed about this in the most recent presser.....sadly he had no answer which left me questioning what he can accomplish for the first time as a fan. I lost faith after that presser a bit. It didn't help him at all.
- sometimes he comes off "above the game" with a cocky arrogance that can rub the wrong way. I don't think it's always intentional but I would like to see him be more humble at times. It's gotten better over the last year or two
Where I stand:
I am holding out hope but losing it quickly for the first time. I think he can earn an extension and I'd support that, but a trip to the playoffs has to happen first. If the passing defense doesn't change soon (we are 123 out of 126 FCS teams) with some in game adjustments or overall change in scheme, I cannot support our DC staying on board. Sucks to say it but he may have to part ways with Semore at the end of the season just to keep his own job, as Griz Nation will demand some kind of change.
Positives:
- very happy with the type of kids/recruits he is bringing in. They seem to have a great work ethic, stay out of trouble, and focus on getting a diploma all while giving their heart and soul to a sport that doesn't always love them back
- I actually like the excitement in his offense. It's hard to say it isn't working when they are putting up 40 points and leading the big sky in total offense. He finally has his QB in Gresch who can run it at a high level (as Phillips was also doing) so it may only get better
- I like that he seems to really care about his players, as evidenced by holding Reese's hand when he was face down on the field (that was a cool deal, and no not all coaches are like that)
- I like that he realizes how big of a deal it is to Griz nation to get this program back on track and he feels strongly they have a great plan and are getting there. He seems to have a lot of confidence about that, which gives me hope.
- I really do like that he's innovative and has a good mind about the offense and what he wants to do
- I like the MT coaches and former Griz he has brought it. The Pride and Tradition is important and MT coaches and former players bleed it.
Negatives:
- not enough attention to special teams. When you can't find a kicker in D1 football who can boot it into the end zone that worries me. When the return guy is being tackled by 6 guys who are untouched, that worries me.
- lack of adjustments on both sides of the ball. Football is all about match ups and adjustments. I feel like the Griz have the talent to match up with anyone. We are not making the necessary in game adjustments to win games. In fact, it's led to a number of losses. When does that get fixed? Why isn't it already? He was pressed about this in the most recent presser.....sadly he had no answer which left me questioning what he can accomplish for the first time as a fan. I lost faith after that presser a bit. It didn't help him at all.
- sometimes he comes off "above the game" with a cocky arrogance that can rub the wrong way. I don't think it's always intentional but I would like to see him be more humble at times. It's gotten better over the last year or two
Where I stand:
I am holding out hope but losing it quickly for the first time. I think he can earn an extension and I'd support that, but a trip to the playoffs has to happen first. If the passing defense doesn't change soon (we are 123 out of 126 FCS teams) with some in game adjustments or overall change in scheme, I cannot support our DC staying on board. Sucks to say it but he may have to part ways with Semore at the end of the season just to keep his own job, as Griz Nation will demand some kind of change.