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Jeremy Bates: Awesome Alert!

Written by Chris Sullivan | 11 January 2010

Remember that time when, on 3rd and 17 the Seahawks ran a fullback draw? What about when on 3rd and 17 the Hawks ran a playaction pass to a fullback? Or, say, 3rd and 17 with a screen pass to your chronically injured, couldn't-juke-a-turtle WR?

Well, folks, Jeremy Bates is your new offensive coordinator, and he is no Greg Knapp. He's no Mike Holmgren either. He is, well, Jeremy Bates. In his one year calling plays with Cutler and the Broncos, Bates aired it out 61% of the times and led one of the top offenses in the NFL. Last year at USC, with a freshman quarterback and three potential NFL running backs, he played to his strengths and went to a more balanced scheme. It's more the comments from his peers that does it for me though:

"Jeremy is brilliant," said Titans offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger, who recommended Bates to Shanahan in Denver after working with him on the Jets. "He's very imaginative. He comes up with a different game plan every week. He does a great job of changing the formations. He diagnoses well."

He's also kind of cocky, quite defensive, and willing to fight to have his way. That might sound less than ideal, but I want someone who believes that what he's doing is right. I want my offense to be confident, and that starts at the top. I want my offense to be unpredictable and, more importantly, confident in the risks it takes. Knapp and Mora "took risks" with Seneca, but that was BS. They viewed that as a gimmick, not as a tool. They went to the Wildcat because they felt they were "supposed to" go to the Wildcat.

It remains to be seen how Bates will actually look as our offensive coordinator. There will be a ton of time to be skeptical and judgmental, but today it's time to be excited about what might be. Bates is a rising star in the league. He is not a "college guy," he was born and raised in the professional football (well, his father coached for 18 years in college, 20 in the pros). It's time for a rebirth baby!

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Knappster
written by C-Hawk, January 11, 2010
Sure beats "Let's All Take A" Knapp calling the plays!
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written by mmf, January 11, 2010
What impresses me most,I heard Sirius radio Pat Kirwan say he is the only coordinator Mike Shanahan has let call the offensive plays.
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written by B., January 11, 2010
If you believe in the validity of astrology, according to Chinese Astrology, Jeremy was born under the sign of the Dragon as were the Seahawks organization and Paul Allen. It looks as though the stars are aligned to insure our success. To read more about the characteristics of the Dragon go to http://chinese.astrology.com/ GO HAWKS!!!!
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written by mmf, January 11, 2010
What I think the best thing we have going for us is.The odds of having injury's cripple us for the third year in a row,has to be very slim to none.Carrol does run a zone blocking system,at least the line will be going in the same direction it has been.
Y'all Need To Read This:
written by C-Hawk, January 11, 2010
http://blog.thenewstribune.com...unplugged/
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written by Hawkdude, January 11, 2010
It is sounding like we will be looking for a new QB. From what it sounds like, Paul Allen and Tod Liewike is not expecting Pete and co to turn things around in one year. We are in full blown rebuild mode folks. If we do this right, we could have a dynasty like the Cowboys in the 90's when Jimmy Johnson and co suffered through a very tough inaugural season, but had the last laugh when it came to championships. Had Jerry's ego not gotten in the way, Jimmy and boyz could've had a few more superbowls. Lets hope they get things right with the right GM choice and we can celebrate a string of victories. Go Hawks. Love all this action. PC is a good defensive minded coach and if Jeremy Bates is as good as everyone is saying, man, we've got ourselves the makings of a great core. Depending on how we draft, I think we've got a new QB, and hopefully a revamped O-line.
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written by Hawkdude, January 11, 2010
Good thing about this article is that TL admitted that there was friction between TR and MH. There are a lot of grey areas with this model that they are working towards, but I'd say as long as they can keep the egos in check, things should be ok. TL will have his hands full when/if they end up with a personnel dispute. Will we end up with a first round QB or will they trade for one? Will they build from the trenches or go immediately for skilled players and then look for strength at the line? Is there a Peyton Manning in this year's draft? Heck, is there an Aaron Rodgers? Can we find the next Walter Jones? Is Lupati an adequate replacement for the departed Hutch? Can we wait for Ingram? So many questions..... So much excitement. Paul Allen is truly committed to winning.
Iupati.
written by Hawksince77, January 12, 2010
Iupati - the guard's name begins with an I (eye).
Not trying to nitpick...
written by Hawksince77, January 12, 2010
...Just that I hope to see Iupati is Seahawk blue next year and if that happens we all need to know how to spell his name.
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written by MontanaMike, January 12, 2010
I've been calling for Knappsters head for quite some time. No more "gimmicks", Hoo Rah!
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written by mek, January 12, 2010
Now if we can just get a DC with the same amount of optimism as Bates, we are set!
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written by hawksgal, January 12, 2010
Haven't commeneted in the blog for about a year...but being a Vandal I have to say that I will be jumping for joy if we draft Iupati next year....I know there is a lot of doubt out there and some VERY strong reactions about the hiring of Carroll, but my vote is a vote of support until he proves he can't hack it in the NFL with the Hawks...I love the people Carroll is bringing in...GO HAWKS!
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written by T.J., January 12, 2010
Hawksgal - I'm a Bronco, and I too would jump for joy if we got Iupati. The line needs toughness and brute strength.

The question is, who will be the QB of the future? New regimes like to bring in their own guys, but I don't know that there are any worthy of #6. Next year could be a much better QB class at the top with Locker and Mallett. Maybe build the O and D lines this year, add the skill guys next year? I would love to be in the pre-draft planning meetings.
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written by hawksgal, January 12, 2010
T.J....I will try not to hold the fact that you are a Bronco against you! In Carroll's presser he sounded high on Matt...I think we can get atleast one more year out of Matt...not to mention I am a huge fan of the guy, both on and off the field...what a classy, classy guy!

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