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Talon · « **Reply #50 on:** April 15, 2015, 11:02:44 PM »

Not at this time, thank you for the call. I look forward to hearing from you again in the future.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #51 on:** April 15, 2015, 11:07:26 PM »

Absolutely, coach. You are a very accomplished coach with a great knowledge of the game. We will definitely contact you once the negotiation period begins.

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Let's talk to Patrick McCarthy.

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Hello, Patrick. This is GM Gravedigger from the San Antonio Knights. I just had a good conversation with your father about coaching openings here in San Antonio, and I'd love to talk to you as well.

Tell me about your years coaching...

Talon · « **Reply #52 on:** April 15, 2015, 11:19:24 PM »

Hello, I started coaching with my dad as a QB coach, then spent the past 3 years with him as his coordinator at UCLA.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #53 on:** April 15, 2015, 11:21:22 PM »

Do you follow your father in terms of play style, or would you do things a little differently if given the chance?

Talon · « **Reply #54 on:** April 15, 2015, 11:34:22 PM »

I've always thought it'd be fun to tinker with a spread offense, but right now my dad and I have the same system.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #55 on:** April 15, 2015, 11:36:23 PM »

If you were to run that spread would you use a balanced offense, or would you lean more on either passing or running?

Talon · « **Reply #56 on:** April 15, 2015, 11:50:30 PM »

Probably more to the pass, in the spread. Depends on the personnel, really.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #57 on:** April 16, 2015, 12:00:21 AM »

Within the system you and your father have been using are there any changes you like to see, not to the fundamental system but small changes that you think would work better?

Talon · « **Reply #58 on:** April 16, 2015, 12:01:43 AM »

Not really, I might throw a little more on first down, but I've seen our system work, so I know it's effective.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #59 on:** April 16, 2015, 12:03:52 AM »

Good.

Are you looking to continue working with your father, or do you feel you're ready to break out on your own?

Talon · « **Reply #60 on:** April 16, 2015, 12:10:21 AM »

I told Dad I'd be happy to coach with him for a few years, until I proved I deserve a shot as a head coach.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #61 on:** April 16, 2015, 12:13:39 AM »

That's an excellent mindset to have. Proving yourself over being given an opportunity too early shows that you have a great work ethic and are willing to show you deserve a head job.

Before I go do you have any questions for me?

Talon · « **Reply #62 on:** April 16, 2015, 12:20:25 AM »

Not really, thanks for calling and talking to me.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #63 on:** April 16, 2015, 12:26:08 AM »

Absolutely, coach. After speaking with your father I felt it was best to speak to you. Have a good night.

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Let's talk to Michael Campbell.

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Coach Campbell, this is GM Gravedigger from the San Antonio Knights. The coaching search is beginning for us, and you are on our list of candidates to speak to.

Tell me about your coaching background.

Talon · « **Reply #64 on:** April 16, 2015, 01:04:36 AM »

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Well, to be frank, I made FSU a defensive powerhouse. Before that I spent 10 years in Denver and 5 years in Washington. I've had great running backs in my past, but defense is what I hang my hat on.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #65 on:** April 16, 2015, 01:06:16 AM »

What's your preferred defensive formation?

Talon · « **Reply #66 on:** April 16, 2015, 01:07:36 AM »

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A 4-3 defense that relies on a strong front 4, so we do not have to blitz very often..

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #67 on:** April 16, 2015, 02:46:30 PM »

A strong front is a good thing to have.

Have you ever coached a 3-4 or are you strictly a 4-3 guy?

Talon · « **Reply #68 on:** April 16, 2015, 04:17:12 PM »

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I do not like the 3-4..

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #69 on:** April 16, 2015, 04:48:46 PM »

So you like your 3 LBs and your secondary to all drop into coverage?

Talon · « **Reply #70 on:** April 16, 2015, 06:18:03 PM »

You make it sound so simple. No, but I like my linebackers to be able to drop into coverage for when we are not blitzing. I value coverage skills and speed over blitzing ability and strength.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #71 on:** April 16, 2015, 06:39:03 PM »

I asked a simple question, coach, but realize that defensive schemes are never simple.

What type of offense have you been running?

Talon · « **Reply #72 on:** April 16, 2015, 07:23:25 PM »

I like to run the ball, I am good at turning running backs into superstars.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #73 on:** April 16, 2015, 07:48:54 PM »

Do you like a feature back or a committee?

Talon · « **Reply #74 on:** April 16, 2015, 07:49:20 PM »

I am fine either way, I turn committee backs into featured backs.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #75 on:** April 16, 2015, 07:54:23 PM »

What ratio of plays do you run the ball?

Talon · « **Reply #76 on:** April 16, 2015, 08:05:14 PM »

Right around 60-65% of the time.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #77 on:** April 16, 2015, 08:36:47 PM »

Do you like your QB mobile or do you prefer more of a pocket passer?

Talon · « **Reply #78 on:** April 16, 2015, 08:42:23 PM »

Pocket, definitely pocket. That new wave dual threat crap is for the birds.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #79 on:** April 17, 2015, 12:51:14 PM »

A traditional kind of guy. I respect that.

As you know we are an expansion team and need to build our entire roster.

What positions do you begin building a team with?

Talon · « **Reply #80 on:** April 17, 2015, 12:56:13 PM »

a smart middle linebacker, a shutdown cornerback, a strong offensive line, and a strong defensive line. Quarterbacks and running backs are a dime a dozen, and wide receivers you can find later in the draft, but those core positions are key, to me..

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #81 on:** April 17, 2015, 02:37:40 PM »

Interesting to see someone with a different strategy when it comes to team building.

I think I only have one more question for now. Are you looking to work with your son, or is he striking out in his own?

Talon · « **Reply #82 on:** April 17, 2015, 02:39:59 PM »

Either way is fine with me, my boy has worked with me a long time, and if he wants to keep doing so, that'd be great, but I can coach without him, and he can coach without me..

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #83 on:** April 17, 2015, 02:41:56 PM »

Good to know.

Do you have any questions for me?

Talon · « **Reply #84 on:** April 17, 2015, 02:59:33 PM »

Nope, I'm fine.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #85 on:** April 17, 2015, 08:34:21 PM »

Thank you for your time, coach.

Let's give Benny Campbell a call.

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Coach, I just talked to your father, and wanted to speak with you as well. I'm GM Gravedigger from San Antonio.

Tell me about your years in football...

Talon · « **Reply #86 on:** April 17, 2015, 10:05:49 PM »

I started coaching with my dad when I turned 20. I got my 2 year degree and started on his staff. I started off coaching DB's worked my way up to Defensive coordinator, and I run the same defense as my dad does.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #87 on:** April 17, 2015, 10:37:38 PM »

Coaching at 20 is impressive. Not many that age have a clue what they want to do in life....

Given the chance is there anything you'd do differently than your father?

Talon · « **Reply #88 on:** April 17, 2015, 10:53:46 PM »

Right now, no there isn't.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #89 on:** April 17, 2015, 11:22:04 PM »

Cool. Having faith in the system you run is a good thing. You don't want to second guess yourself on game day.

Are you content working for your father right now, or do you want to go out on your own?

Talon · « **Reply #90 on:** April 17, 2015, 11:29:04 PM »

I'd be fine either way, I just want a good job here in the HIFL.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #91 on:** April 17, 2015, 11:33:38 PM »

Good to know.

Do you have any questions for me?

Talon · « **Reply #92 on:** April 17, 2015, 11:39:18 PM »

No sir, I am fine.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #93 on:** April 17, 2015, 11:41:59 PM »

Great. It was nice talking with you. Have a good night.

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Let's give Dallas Prince a call.

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Coach Prince, this is GM Gravedigger from San Antonio. We are in the process of contacting coaches and conducting some interviews, and you were on our list of calls.

Tell me about your football background...

Talon · « **Reply #94 on:** April 18, 2015, 12:19:47 AM »

Well, I cut my teeth on one of the great football dynasties... I retired after a few superbowls and now I look to recreate my triplet greatness. A star WR, a Star RB, and THE Star QB... Balanced and efficient.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #95 on:** April 18, 2015, 12:21:39 AM »

I like the sound of that.

What tempo do you like to play?

Talon · « **Reply #96 on:** April 18, 2015, 12:31:03 AM »

I'd classify it as "normal".

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #97 on:** April 18, 2015, 12:37:09 AM »

As you know the expansion teams are starting from scratch.

What would your position priority be when building a team?

Talon · « **Reply #98 on:** April 18, 2015, 12:48:19 AM »

It has got to be the quarterback.

GM Gravedigger · « **Reply #99 on:** April 18, 2015, 07:00:17 AM »

Spoken like a man who played the position....

What style of QB do you prefer?