Springer (ST) is also seen as a keen talent evaluator.
The majority of Boston sports media is falling over each other looking to rip every move by Mssrs. Mayo and Wolf, but if you take an optimistic view, the following themes are emerging about the outside hires since Mayo’s introductory press conference:
- Van Pelt: got 5 Cleve QBs ready to play in ‘23, team makes playoffs, experience with early/McCarthy West Coast style offense, has worked with wide range of QBs
- McAdoo: experienced OC, former (failed) HC, eye for talent
- Springer: in addition to ST responsibilities in LA, was someone who helped evaluate Day 3 types for a team with little draft capital
- McCartney: QB experience, more associated with Shanahan-style WC offense
- Highsmith: respected talent evaluator, responsible for portal recruiting strategies and other personnel duties at the U
I see multiple guys with QB experience, guys with West Coasty offense backgrounds, guys that seem adaptable, and guys with an eye for talent. Not to mention solid, established coaches like Covington and Montgomery.
Granted, the roster is a train wreck and that may have scared “better” candidates away (allegedly), but I’m willing to give Wolf and Mayo the benefit of the doubt given this is not a one-year fix. Just please spend some money.