Taylor4Life Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I was listening to Cowturd the other day, and as much of a d-bag he is, he actually brought up a good point. So called "player's coaches," such as Wade Phillips or Steve Spurrier, don't usually fare as well as tough, no nonsense coaches such as Coughlin or Bill Parcells. Has anybody been able to get a read on where Zorn leans? From how tough and hungry this team looks, I would guess that he is more of the tougher variety of coach, but I honestly don't know. This team is VERY focused and disciplined. I also remember him chewing Brooks' ass on the sideline. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArsheimSkins Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Zorn is a....umm....IDK coach, if that makes any sense. He expects a lot out of his team. He certainly won't coddle you, but he's not a hard @$$. I feel like he's a guy that says "Look, here's what we have to do, let's just do it." I dont know how to describe it, but he's just out there telling the guys what to do and having em do it. No handcuffs. No trickery. Just blunt. I think I confused myself trying to describe his style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor4Life Posted October 7, 2008 Author Share Posted October 7, 2008 I think I confused myself trying to describe his style. I'm pretty much in awe right now at the job he's done. I'm sure we'll get to know him a whole lot better in the future, because I have a hunch he'll be here a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cept One Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Zorn is a tough players coach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewmartin7776 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I think he's neither a players coach or a hard ass. He is basically a passionate coach who knew how he wanted to go about being a coach and playcaller - long before he became one. He basically prepared long before he got the opportunity and now that he has it, he is performing like a veteran coach. He treats players like adults but expects them to do their absolute best. No head games (i.e. Parcells) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cahones01 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 From an outside view I'd say he's a mix of both. I'd like to see what the players answers would be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terpskins10 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I'd say a bit of both. He's not going to be a jerk for no reason like Coughlin used to be, but he also isn't going to make the team facilities into a country club. He'll get in your face when he needs to, but will treat you like a man until he does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkalnasy Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Although we only see morsels of it on the sidelines from time to time, I firmly believe he's a tough player's coach. We're just used to the warm and fuzzy Zorn we see after the game and at press conferences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkipJackSkin Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I feel like I've seen player interviews before where they call him a "player's coach", though I don't think they mean it like "oh, you guys don't have to practice today" kind of thing. He was tough in training camp with all those 2-a-day's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmet959 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 does that description of zorn remind anyone of a young... dare i say, joe gibbs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncsuFB27 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Zorn is a tough players coach I agree you can have a tough coach who expects results and respects his players. Those types of guys are the coaches that players want to play for and players buy into what their coach is doing. So far it seems like Coach Zorn is that type of guy.:2cents: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LT Smash Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 reminds me of dungy almost, personally. but hey, its not like i know him or anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeGibbsRypenGClark91 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Cowterd is a idiot. He tries to fill air time by saying dumb crap. Gibbs was a players coach and won 3 super bowls Dungy won a super bowl, Vermil, Walsh and others. Bellichick , Coughlin and Parcells are not only guys who have won bowls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmy Smith Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I guess I'd just say that Zorn is a coach who used to be a quarterback, and he coaches like he's still playing QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westcoasthog Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Both. The players seem to like him and he always seems so happy and proud when they do well. But I think he can be tough too. Remember the first day of camp when he yelled at Springs I think it was for lateraling an interception and losing the ball? I think he will let the guys have fun, but he expects results and isn't affraid to get in their faces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HogNose Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Zorn is well balanced. He comes across as fair, tough, fun, and demanding. He has gained their respect and probably doesn't talk down to the players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewCliche21 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Although we only see morsels of it on the sidelines from time to time, I firmly believe he's a tough player's coach. We're just used to the warm and fuzzy Zorn we see after the game and at press conferences. I guess that's what happens when you win four in a row. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudechain Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I would say he is a "players coach" who is tough on players when they deserve it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejay183 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Cowterd is a idiot. He tries to fill air time by saying dumb crap. Gibbs was a players coach and won 3 super bowls Dungy won a super bowl, Vermil, Walsh and others. Bellichick , Coughlin and Parcells are not only guys who have won bowls. Exactly, there is no one way of coaching winning teams. Each style should reflect the coach and make it clear that the coach is the boss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cherick Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 He's a Hybrid, just like his playbook. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaskinsfan Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I would say a little of both: Zorn is a players coach in the sense that he relates to how players want to be treated and the consideration shown to them. He is a tough coach in that he is very detail oriented, demanding, and expects the players to put forth their best. He also is very committed to the end result, and is not afraid to tell it like it is when a player is not performing. He is tougher on rookies than the veterans, and seems to have a real leadership gift. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEREALTOR1 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 He's the "Peoples" Coach! Hip Hip Hooray!!!! :point2sky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelvin Bryant Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 The Zornmaster rejects the false simplicity of dualistic thinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyConway Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Zorn is a tough players coach I'd agree with this. He's a players coach because he listens to them (only vets) however he holds them 100% accountable and never makes excuses for his players. Although Zorn might be seen as a players coach many of our other coaches are not. Balance is always good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santana_Fan Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Zorn is a tough players coach I agree with this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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