Official Coaching Search Thread

[Will]

Now that Marc Trestman has been relieved of his duties, please use this thread for all discussions related to the Argonauts search for a new head coach.

[AngeloV]

For me: Lapo first choice. Steiauer 2nd (although I can't see it happening), and Claybrooks third.

[R.J]

Condell, Condell, Condell. Barring that I hope whomever Popp brings in keeps Condell around, and allows him full control over the offence. TBH though, I'm at the point where anyone who avoids the Trestman offence like the plague is a great hire IMO.

[Will]

Condell, Condell, Condell. Barring that I hope whomever Popp brings in keeps Condell around, and allows him full control over the offence. TBH though, I'm at the point where anyone who avoids the Trestman offence like the plague is a great hire IMO.

My ideal situation would be bring Steinauer home as head coach, and Condell as Assistant Head Coach & Offensive Coordinator.

[AngeloV]

Condell, Condell, Condell. Barring that I hope whomever Popp brings in keeps Condell around, and allows him full control over the offence. TBH though, I'm at the point where anyone who avoids the Trestman offence like the plague is a great hire IMO.

I like LaPo's offence better than Condell's, but I would be ok with either one.

[argotom]

Lapo for sure, he is an offensive genius and has been awesome during his second go round with the BB.
We need an offensive minded HC, who will hire the appropriate staff to include an OC who will call the plays.

[R.J]

Lapo for sure, he is an offensive genius and has been awesome during his second go round with the BB.
We need an offensive minded HC, who will hire the appropriate staff to include an OC who will call the plays.

LaPolice like Trestman likes full control of his offence. Heck, even when he was forced to hire Crowton by Joe Mack and hand over the offence, Lapo still would try to call plays (a big reason he was fired as HC in Winnipeg).

[Stevoman]

My criteria for any coach is to look at the talent that is there and assemble it in the best way that emphasizes the players strength. Obviously they will have a system but they need to be adaptable with that system to best utilize the players available. Please stop forcing the assembled talent to fit into a certain philosophy that is obviously not their strength (i.e. Tracy Ham and the run n shoot).

[paulwoods13]

Hufnagel and Buono are probably not options, unfortunately.

I'm intrigued by Dickenson, Himebauch, Claybrooks and Washington.

I suspect the ultimate HC is going to be someone few -- maybe none -- of us saw coming.

[paulwoods13]

Interesting to hear Popp say that some of the assistants have contracts for 2019, and at least some of them will likely have to stay on the staff unless they want to leave, because of the new football ops cap. I would guess that Himebauch, Eiben and Condell are the guys most likely to have multi-year deals. Hopefully Archer does not, but even if he does, I have to assume the new HC won't be forced to retain him.

[Stevoman]

Of names that are floating around right now, Steinauer would be my first choice with Condell as O.C. and someone make a serious pitch for Chamblin to come back as D.C.

[ArgoGabe22]

I nominate AV for OC and OV as Director of Canadian Scouting.

[doubleblue]

Himebauch would be my pick. He is a great communicator, which is important. But would need good experienced coordinators. If Condell is as good as others say on here, they already have their offensive guy. Chamblin did a great job last year. Different things heard why he left with still a year on his contract. Differences with Trestman? Personal?
Popp has just one year left on his three deal (that we know of) so how can he sign a new Coach for more than one year if he might not be here. The going rate seems to be a 3 year deal for a new Coach.
So Jim Popp is under the gun and can't make a mistake like he did in Montreal.

BTW. Jim looks really good physically. Good for him with his weight loss.

[R.J]

Noel Thorpe could be another interesting potential candidate. Although, I wonder if he and Popp still have a good relationship as I recall Popp not allowing others teams to speak to him for an HC position when he was the DC in Montreal.

IMO there could be a very strong list of potential candidates:
- Mark Washington (who may end up being the HC in BC)
- Jason Maas (If let go by the Esks)
- Mike Benevides (While I am a fan of his, I don't think he deserves it at this point as I feel he needs to prove himself as a good DC again)
- Devone Claybrooks (May not feel he's ready, but I think worth an interview)
- Craig Dickenson (A good coach IMO, but I'd question his commitment as a potential Head Coach. He a skiing instructor or something like that and his football team's have had to work around it)
- Paul Lapolice (I think he'll get a couple of interview requests this off season)
- Orlondo Steinauer (Would Hamilton allow an interview ? He's the heir apparent there)
- Tommy Condell
- Jonathan Himebauch
- Jaime Elizondo (No thanks!)
- Noel Thorpe (chomping at the bit to get a shot at HC for awhile now)

[OV Argo]

Gee, let me guess who it could be ? > ... a recycled GOB / and/or some American ex- CFL player with all of 3 or 4 total years of pro coaching experience ? LOL

And the brand new Argo offence will feature QB always in shot-gun, same old basic 5 pack look with one main RB and one basic, simple run play; 75% + pass play calls. And there will be only 7 NIs (or less if the BOGs & GOBs have their way with further reductions to Canadian player content on the rosters in a new CBA) who need to apply for starting/playing time in total on offence & defence ?

Just a hunch, ;o) Just call me Nostradamus or Kreskin on this one.

[Argo57]

Gee, let me guess who it could be ? > ... a recycled GOB / and/or some American ex- CFL player with all of 3 or 4 total years of pro coaching experience ? LOL

And the brand new Argo offence will feature QB always in shot-gun, same old basic 5 pack look with one main RB and one basic, simple run play; 75% + pass play calls. And there will be only 7 NIs (or less if the BOGs & GOBs have their way with further reductions to Canadian player content on the rosters in a new CBA) who need to apply for starting/playing time in total on offence & defence ?

Just a hunch, ;o) Just call me Nostradamus or Kreskin on this one.

Who would be on your list OV?

[Argo]

Noel Thorpe could be another interesting potential candidate. Although, I wonder if he and Popp still have a good relationship as I recall Popp not allowing others teams to speak to him for an HC position when he was the DC in Montreal.

IMO there could be a very strong list of potential candidates:
- Mark Washington (who may end up being the HC in BC)
- Jason Maas (If let go by the Esks)
- Mike Benevides (While I am a fan of his, I don't think he deserves it at this point as I feel he needs to prove himself as a good DC again)
- Devone Claybrooks (May not feel he's ready, but I think worth an interview)
- Craig Dickenson (A good coach IMO, but I'd question his commitment as a potential Head Coach. He a skiing instructor or something like that and his football team's have had to work around it)
- Paul Lapolice (I think he'll get a couple of interview requests this off season)
- Orlondo Steinauer (Would Hamilton allow an interview ? He's the heir apparent there)
- Tommy Condell
- Jonathan Himebauch
- Jaime Elizondo (No thanks!)
- Noel Thorpe (chomping at the bit to get a shot at HC for awhile now)

Popp has already mentioned that the next HC didn't need to have been an offensive coach, so Washington and Thorpe are likely to be counted as candidates.

[Argo57]

Popp has already mentioned that the next HC didn't need to have been an offensive coach, so Washington and Thorpe are likely to be counted as candidates.

Chamblin should also get a call if only to gauge his interest in returning.

[jerrym]

Orlando Steinauer, Devone Claybrooks, and Paul LaPolice in that order.

[ArgoRavi]

Who would be on your list OV?

I am guessing Glen Constantin, Stefan Ptaszek, Blake Nill, and Greg Marshall (the former Hamilton head coach).