Thanks for Reading

I may have reached my final entry into this Blog, but I will always be voicing my opinion somewhere. Whether it be twitter, debates with friends, or who knows, maybe even on a radio or TV show I work on in the future. Also I'm sure that if I do make it into the sports reporting world, that I will without a doubt need to keep another Blog (probably a bit more professional than this one).

I would like to thank my professor, Dr. David Burns, who has taught me something new with every assignment I've ever been given. He has without a doubt given me not only a toolset that can help me in my career path, but the right way of thinking to go leaps and bounds into the career. I have learned to be more critical on my work and that I can always make something better the next time. Also I have been able to now understand the ways to make myself stand out from the rest of the crowd, whether it be sequencing, effective storytelling, solid fundamental shooting and editing skills, or being able to be flexible with my skill set.

I also would like to thank everyone who actually read this Blog. Without you I would just be someone who is talking to themselves on the internet, which is very creepy. So I thank you.

Until the next time...

Steven Jenkins

Coaches on the "Hot Seat"

Every single year there are coaches in the NFL on the “hot seat” and this year is no different. The only thing about this year is that there may be some very high profile jobs opening up.

It’s been over thirteen years since there was anyone other than Andy Reid coaching the Eagles, but this year may be the last. The Eagles are having a very disappointing start (3-4) and have considered benching their star Quarterback, Michael Vick. This is not good news for Reid, who would have his coaching job on the line based on a rookie quarterback’s performance.  There’s no doubt that the Eagles have talent, but the amount of chemistry does not seem to mesh. That’s the job of the coach to help mesh the right talent together. It is obvious that has not been done lately.

Just up the road is where the Super Bowl Champions reside, but it is their neighbors that may be looking for a new headman. The Jets have been atrocious the past two seasons, after reaching the AFC Championship game twice. Rex Ryan will be on the chopping block, maybe before the season is even over. A new coach could come in and then make the change at Quarterback. Dare I say another Tim Tebow run to the playoffs?

Does anyone remember when Jason Garrett was a hot commodity coach and Jerry Jones was not going to let him get away? Well if the Cowboys do not start having a bit more wins, Jerry Jones may be looking for a Quarterback in the first round and a new head coach. In reality Jerry Jones should have fired himself from the position of GM and bring in a better "football" man to bring in the talent. 

Last but not least is a coach that may be the first one fired, Norv Turner of the San Diego Chargers. Norv has always been criticized for not being able to take a team over the hump and for being too conservative. Losing three out of four games is not a way to keep your job; also giving up a 24-point lead to Peyton Manning is a bit detrimental as well. I fully expect the Chargers to clean house, starting with Norv, the GM and maybe even with their quarterback Phillip Rivers.

Just like every other year, there will be coaches, GM’s, and players that are moving on from teams. This year just may have a bit more high profile men unemployed.