Comments on: Report: Reid plans to tell Cardinals he’ll “fix” Kevin Kolb

By: flipadelphia77777

flipadelphia77777 — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 01:07:44 +0000

Reid won’t “fix” Kolb, he will COACH Kolb. Something that Whis was unable to do.

By: dallascowboysdishingthereal

dallascowboysdishingthereal — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 22:37:32 +0000

Reid coach Kolb after dumping him? AWKWARD!

By: edavidberg

edavidberg — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:48:34 +0000

Kolb threw for 391 and 321 in two games in 2009–the first a blowout loss to NO that he threw 2 TDs and 3 INTs in.

In 2010 he had a nice game against ATL with 300+ yards and 3TDs (his only 3 TD game). His next two starts he had a rating of 56.9 and 37.

His career is eerily similar to that of Scott Mitchell. Anyone suggesting Kevin Kolb can be even a serviceable QB in the NFL has no credibility whatsoever. The verdict is in, he is awful.

By: 23chameleons

23chameleons — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:45:13 +0000

Then again, promoting their DC to HC and grabbing someone like Norv Turner or an up-and-coming offensive mind to run the other side of the ball sounds like a better plan. More consistency / stability, which is what they were looking for when they brought on Whiz from the Steelers.

By: 23chameleons

23chameleons — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:42:54 +0000

What if he can ? Hear me out. AZ’s biggest issue offensively is bad O-line play. The Eagles draft more lineman (O & D) than any other team I’ve ever seen. With a West Coast-style offense, that Kolb is used to, along with a guy who knows lineman (he’s built like 2 of them), maybe he can help them. They’ve got some skill position players. This might make Fitz a #1 WR again and AZ competitive with their solid defensive play.

By: topwonk

topwonk — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:42:49 +0000

This should be one of the more entertaining train wrecks to watch. Andy Reid getting a job because he convinces ownership that he can fix a QB that he:

a) made a mistake drafting as the future Eagles QB
b) gave up on after Kolb played in a handful of games
c) duped the Cardnials into taking in the trade for DRC, which ultimately contributed to the firing of both coaches

Plus, putting Andy in charge of personnel, if that is what draws him to the Cards, given that Rod Graves is gone, will be very interesting, to say the least. Kolb has seen this movie before and can’t be too thrilled at the possibility of a sequel. How long after getting the job, and full control, based on his declared commitment to Kolb, will Andy reverse field and draft another “replacement” QB?

By: andyreidisthegoat

andyreidisthegoat — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:06:16 +0000

It would be awesome if he went to AZ and traded Kolb again.

By: dukemarc

dukemarc — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 16:42:44 +0000

Andy needs to take a year off and get his life straight.

By: bobonmycob

bobonmycob — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 16:30:22 +0000

kvanhorn87 says:Jan 2, 2013 8:15 AM

Kolb excelled when he started. That is why the Cards made the deal.

Because your previous coach is a dunce that got fleeced. Any Eagles fan could have told you he didnt have “it”. He may have had one or two good games but dosen’t every backup QB have a great game once in awhile? He’s a flash in the pan and thats about it.

By: blockedshotnyr

blockedshotnyr — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:36:09 +0000

Reid can fix Kolb by investing in the offensive line position – despite the poor performance from the Eagles OL this year, Andy has always sought to invest ample resources (money and draft picks) on the OL.

Kolb’s health problems result from an utter lack of protection – he showed a ton of guts hanging in there as long as he did and leading the team to a 4-1 start.

If Andy does end up there – you can bet they target a top tier tackle in FA and another in the draft.

By: jprcox

jprcox — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:30:05 +0000

Why is Reid fixated on Arizona? The main problem Arizona has is that they will lose their GREAT defensive cordinator if they bring Ried in – and that guy is bound to be a HC somewhere else.

Just promote the star coach you have that the players love. Arizona will get too cute here and mess this up.

By: snowpea84

snowpea84 — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:27:37 +0000

Reid didn’t con anyone. The Cardinals have never invested in the o-line the way they need to. Kolb is not Kurt Warner, but if you give him adequate protection he will put the ball where the play is dictating the ball goes. Which highlights another thing, not all plays are created equal. Andy Reid draws up great plays. Guys like Feeley, Kolb, and Garcia execute the drawn up play and that makes them look good. Guys like VIck don’t, and then the team looks bad.

By: v2rotate

v2rotate — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:05:39 +0000

Kolb is barely an adequate #2 QB; much less not a championship level QB.

By: dannythebisforbeast

dannythebisforbeast — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:50:04 +0000

no particular order:

Brian Dawkins
Jeremiah Trotter
Carlos Emmons
Ike Reese
Troy Vincent
Bobby Taylor
Hollis Thomas
Hugh Douglas
Jevon Kearse
Jon Runyan
Tra Thomas
Jermaine Mayberry
Hank Fraley
Terrell Owens
Duce Staley
David Akers

They all have a couple things in common: ALL were a big part of the Eagles success in Reids heyday. NONE were drafted during the Andy Reid era. And I Believe the free agents were all signed prior to Reid getting complete control of Football operations. Offensive guru who hasn’t found a number 1 stud receiver in 14 years of a pass happy offense.

By: bullcharger

bullcharger — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:46:20 +0000

Draft a top right tackle, bring Vick for 1 season to have a chance that Fitgerald can actually get a few balls and then draft a QB next year. Forget Kolb.

By: tdk24

tdk24 — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:43:11 +0000

Just don’t let Reid pick his own D.C. since they only good one he knew is no longer walking this planet. So keep your D intact and bring in Reid to fix the offense and the Cards will be back in it in 2 years.

By: dannythebisforbeast

dannythebisforbeast — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:36:40 +0000

I think Kolb could be a good QB behind a very good O line. As is the case with most quarterbacks not named Manning. If Rodgers lost a little mobility he would be dead behind his current line. either way if Reid runs the show he WILL NEVER win a super bowl. good coach, not so good talent evaluator. His best moves were:
Hiring Jim Johnson
Drafting Mcnabb
drafting Westbrook
Signing other teams draft picks

By: iggles07

iggles07 — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:34:54 +0000

These stories are nothing more than guesswork as usual.

Being from Philly and watching Reid for 14 years, I can tell you without a shadow of a doubt that ONLY he knows what he is going to say to the Bidwills. He has always been tight lipped when it comes to divulging what his true plans and intentions are.

Either way, I wish him the best and hope he lands on his feet and has success.

By: raiderlyfe510

raiderlyfe510 — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:25:37 +0000

Hasn’t Andy Reid proven that he can have productive offenses no matter who’s at QB, RB, or WRs? One of the best coaches in football. Hire the man!

By: panthrobro

panthrobro — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:13:13 +0000

If Reid can retain Ray Horton as defensive coordinator he could do well in Arizona. Its become a tough division though so he has his work cut out for him.

By: polegojim

polegojim — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:12:02 +0000

Arizona Cardinals…. the place Coaches, QBs, and RBs go to finish their careers… ignominiously.

For whatever reason, it’s proven to be a place to die.

By: justafanofitall

justafanofitall — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:11:14 +0000

It’s not Andy’s job to fix Kolb…..but the QB coach he’ll be hiring. I think it’s a good move.

By: Beezo-Doo-doo-Zippity-Bop-bop-bop

Beezo-Doo-doo-Zippity-Bop-bop-bop — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:08:11 +0000

I would love to see the Big Red hire Reid. He is so much fun to root against, looks like he always has to take a dump but can’t.

By: fordmandalay

fordmandalay — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:54:51 +0000

Recycling loser coaches is never a good strategy. Give the walrus a fruit basket and give someone new a try, Cards. You’re going to fail anyway, at least go down fighting.

By: reasonableeaglefan

reasonableeaglefan — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:53:24 +0000

To answer your 4th point. Bringing Mike Vick to town is never really the answer.

At what point do these sources lose all credibility? I’m refering to the guys on both sides of the reporting/leaking (eg Schefter, Lemonte, etc).

By: ajb3313

ajb3313 — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:46:15 +0000

This whole thing reeks to me. Some other usually reliable sportswriters have suggested his coaching staff would feature guys like Juan Castillo and Brad Childress, too. I guess there’s enough reason for optimism there (how quick we are to forget how competitive the Eagles were throughout most of Reid and company’s tenure) but I never see these “getting the band back together” scenarios pan out the second time as successfully as they did the first.

By: thereisfootballwestofjersey

thereisfootballwestofjersey — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:45:30 +0000

Party in the NFC West. Everyone’s comin!

By: eaglesfanalways

eaglesfanalways — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:40:03 +0000

If Reid coaches in Arizona no way he cuts Kolb loose – that will only suggest he made a mistake in drafting him, which Reid will never do. I liked Kolb in Philly – he had the accuracy needed for Reid’s offense, but losing out to Vick and getting crushed in Arizona likely killed his confidence. Good luck, Andy (and Cardinals fans!).

By: tjacks7

tjacks7 — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:38:25 +0000

What’s he going to do? Wrap him in bubble wrap like that kid on The Little Giants so he stops getting hurt?

By: nflofficeadmin

nflofficeadmin — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:37:02 +0000

Andy will say anything at this point.. but actions speak louder than words.. and you sent Kolb packing when you were the coach in Phila. End of story.