Patterson’s exodus and what could have been…

[Frogs1983]

So was Dykes in charge when Patterson had him as a special advisor? Seemed like that relationship worked ok. Good grief. Maybe it’s this board or just me being naive to the coaching world, but healthy leadership changes and transitions of power don’t always have to be so adversarial. I was just imagining a world where Gary’s presence and defensive wisdom could still be of value this program.

It doesn't have to be "adversarial ". Gary decided to make it that way when he got his feathers ruffled.

 

[NewFrogFan]

I'll tell you what many of the DC said about GP's offense, most of them had figured out his defense and how to manipulate an offense around it. Question that? Ck the last three years opponents offensive stats.

Just talking about one game, this year.

 

[goldenfrog]

Disagree. Founders and CEOs of companies that split amicably often sit on boards as advisors. I’m not saying he would be coaching the defense, but I think it’s insane to think that any DC in the country wouldn’t be interested in Gary’s input.

If Patterson had worked with administration for a healthy transition of leadership rather than severing ties, I think he still could be an asset to this program and, yes, it would have added to his legacy in my book. There is a big difference between a firing and a retiring.

I actually don’t think the current staff is all that. interested in his input.

 

[goldenfrog]

So was Dykes in charge when Patterson had him as a special advisor? Seemed like that relationship worked ok. Good grief. Maybe it’s this board or just me being naive to the coaching world, but healthy leadership changes and transitions of power don’t always have to be so adversarial. I was just imagining a world where Gary’s presence and defensive wisdom could still be of value this program.

I think you are being a little naive. It’s not the board.

 

[PurplFrawg]

Phil Fulmer hanging around Tennessee proved to be a terrible mistake.

As was Woody Hayes just before he punched out.

 

[Moose Stuff]

Can you imagine if the split was more amicable and GP was currently helping our defense prepare for Michigan? Man that would have been awesome. This season would have added to his legacy. He could even take partial credit for adding a level on “the pyramid.”

Good life lesson on the importance of leaving well and not burning bridges. Such a missed opportunity.

It would have sucked and we would have gotten our asses kicked. Gary is a dinosaur.

 

[Moose Stuff]

Honestly, I don't care about Gary's legacy.

The school needs to do what is best for the program, period. They did that. Gary's legacy will be what it will be.

Amen

 

[Armadillo]

I'm gonna channel Moose here.....

This is easily one of the worst threads on this board of all time.

How'd I do?

 

[Moose Stuff]

I'm gonna channel Moose here.....

This is easily one of the worst threads on this board of all time.

How'd I do?

You left out the part where you say “scheiss ……”

 

[Spike]

As was Woody Hayes just before he punched out.

I see what you did there

 

[Spike]

Sometimes a clean break, a change in direction, and in Gary's case, a change in scenery are exactly what is needed. It doesn't mean GP did a bad job here or is a bad person, just time for a clean break for both parties. It doesn't mean you don't wish him well (as much as you can someone in burnt orange).

 

[texasrobster1997]

I'm gonna channel Moose here.....

This is easily one of the worst threads on this board of all time.

How'd I do?

Lol…ok. Nevermind then. Clearly missed the mark on this thread. I’m not above owning it.

Mods feel free to delete thread and ban me…

 

[tcudoc]

Gary is a dinosaur.

My wife gets mad at me when I bring up dinosaurs. She says I talk non-stop about dinosaurs. So now, when I’m around her, I just stay silent…like the “p” in pterodactyl.

 

[FrogByBirth]

Can you imagine if the split was more amicable and GP was currently helping our defense prepare for Michigan? Man that would have been awesome. This season would have added to his legacy. He could even take partial credit for adding a level on “the pyramid.”

Good life lesson on the importance of leaving well and not burning bridges. Such a missed opportunity.

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Are you on hashish?!

Patterson's defenses got torched for the last 3-5 years. And no way a Patterson defense holds Texas to NO Offensive TD's!!!!

While TCU's defense hasn't been graded high, they've been stout when they needed to be. I'll take Gillespie!!!
Go lie down.............................. AND SLEEP OFF THE BOOZE

 

[Frog Attack II]

The guy's got a statue here. What more "legacy" do you want?

 

[HFrawg]

His legacy is written. We all need to move on. Gary is what he is. He is the coach that brought us to BCS games, the XII and a lot of fun games and seasons.

But he couldn’t adapt to the Portal and NIL, couldn’t bring new coaches (I’ll give him the Meacham/Cumbie years), didn’t believe in nutrition, couldn’t adapt to S&C innovation. He was stuck. All said, he’ll be remembered fondly by me and my family for so many fun games and seasons and that’s how I want to remember him.

It’s a new dawn for this program. If you think this season is a once in a lifetime time thing, think again. We are arriving to the top but unlike years past, we have staying power. It’s going to be fun and it’s just getting going.

 

[CountryFrog]

The guy's got a statue here. What more "legacy" do you want?

Rename the school TGPU

 

[frogfanRyoga]

My wife gets mad at me when I bring up dinosaurs. She says I talk non-stop about dinosaurs. So now, when I’m around her, I just stay silent…like the “p” in pterodactyl.

Not the momma!

 

[Froginbedford]

I see what you did there

Seems no one remembers (it's got to be on tape somewhere) Woody punching an opposing team member on the sidelines (?after an interception?).....

 

[H-Town Frog]

Seems no one remembers (it's got to be on tape somewhere) Woody punching an opposing team member on the sidelines (?after an interception?).....