Where are analysts ranking Joey Porter Jr. in mock drafts? His lengthy coaching career includes many stops in college, including two seasons as Penn State head coach. There were times where O'Brien and Brady got into it on the sideline, where Brady showed his passion and O'Brien wasn't afraid to give it right back. He said he has not had any conversations with NFL folks relative to working in the NFL. Will Bill O'Brien return to Alabama football? Brent Key, a former offensive line coach for the Crimson Tide, is the interim head coach for the Yellow Jackets. Bill O'Brien named Patriots' offensive coordinator (1:42) Mike Reiss reports that Bill Belichick and the Patriots will be bringing back Bill O'Brien as offensive coordinator. After a two-year stint as Penn State head coach in 2012 and 2013, O'Brien came back to the pros for his first NFL head coaching job. Thats cool, though. Do we need to play better on both sides of the ball? I love Billy O'Brien. He's a guy who pulls no punches -- he's going to hold you accountable, and he's going to coach you to a certain standard with a certain level of expectation. But it seems like O'Brien's coaching style potentially could mesh well with Jones and his competitive nature. Auburn Wire explored an initial list of potential candidates to succeed Harsin at Auburn, and O'Brien was among the names on the list. Everybody plays a part in that. From there we went to Charlie Weis, then Bill Muir, then Jim Zorn, then Brian Daboll. Can the Lions fix their defense? We have worked with over 200 organizations world-wide for more . Hes coached in various roles at top level colleges such as Georgia Tech, Penn State, and Alabama. We want Lamar here. Baltimore also can slap a franchise tag on Jackson Line of the day was delivered by Cincinnati linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. when asked about his playing style: I just run through dudes faces.. 0:00. What do Patriots fans need to know about the team's new OC? "But as a head coach Bill O'Brien has a pretty good resume, as a general manager not so much. So it was apparent right away how hard he worked, how smart he was, and you could give him a lot of responsibility and he could handle it.. 2 in passing yards per game (317.8), and No. "Sorry. Hell do a great job.. Register now! We were on the same page conceptually,and I think that's why a lot of the quarterbacks who have had the most successful careers are guys who enjoyed longevity in the same system with the same offensive coordinator. All rights reserved. Now the hope is Jones can get back to the play of his feel-good rookie campaign with the help of OBrien. He also was the head coach of the Houston Texans for six-plus seasons. The last time Saban brought in two new coordinators in the same year was after the Crimson Tide's 2017 national championship season. I had the same offensive coordinator during my first four NFL seasons with the Patriots. Learn how your comment data is processed. Without a crystal ball, no one will know which jobs will be open for hiring next offseason. Saban said that day in early November that everyone has things they must do better. O'Brien's two-year contract runs through the end of February. Bill OBrien is currently serving as Alabamas offensive coordinator and QB coach. 2 in total yards per game (428), No. The CBS Boston team is a group of experienced journalists who bring you the content on CBSBoston.com. I dont know what the criticism would be, but look, we all try to do better. NEW ORLEANS Alabama football offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien has been a popular recipient of criticism from fans this season and last. "Whatever conversations happen after this game, those will take place when they take place," O'Brien said. "There had been an issue in 2021 with Jones struggling after getting yelled at, per the source," wrote McKenna. With O'Brien headed back to the NFL, Saban will be looking for his sixth offensive coordinator in the past eight seasons. For the last two seasons, Bill O'Brien served as the offensive play caller for the Crimson Tide. This season, he will get his wish as few, if any, coaches in football are as willing to coach harder than OBrien. His most recent job was Alabama offensive coordinator over the last two seasons. That was again the case to start this week, with Devin McCourty delivering a glowing endorsement for Jones as the "future of New England." He pointed to how the Crimson Tide (10-2) has averaged about 40 points. I had a comfort level with McDaniels, and there was a trust factor between us that I could audible at the line of scrimmage to get into a better play based on the defense's front. The former head coach of the Houston Texans and Penn State Nittany Lions didnt receive much interest from college head coaching jobs, though he was connected to the Jacksonville Jaguars job over the offseason. He was on the offensive coaching staff from 2007 through 2011, moving up to offensive coordinator in his final season. You can also follow AJ Spurr on Twitter @SpurrFM. He took over for Joe Paterno after the 2011 Jerry Sandusky scandal that rocked the Nittany Lions football program. More Patriots coverage from Sports Illustrated here. Mission Development has emerged as a leader in aligning individual and organizational capabilities behind a company's vision, values and goals. Join the conversation today. Occasionally he'd get into a "war of words" with guys, but that was part of how he did it, and he got the most out of his players. Bill O'Brien joined head coach Nick Saban's staff in January of 2021 to serve as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach after six-plus years as the head coach of the NFL's Houston Texans. Why aren't we doing it that way?" At times, the disconnect between Jones and the staff was so overt that he was observed hurling expletive-laden frustrations, believed to be in their direction. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Additionally, defensive line coach, His interview was very impressive. I had Terry Robiskie for two years in Tennessee, and then finally I was with Jim Bob Cooter in Detroit. The Nick Saban Coaching Rehab Facility otherwise known as the Alabama Crimson Tide may be on the verge of. Billys worked with a lot of quarterbacks before, and theyve all had success, and hes impacted all of those guys in a positive way, said McDaniels, alluding to OBriens work with. Hell do a great job.. Projecting the futures of Kirk Cousins, Dalvin Cook and other Vikings veterans. However, a top candidate emerged on Tuesday, per The Athletic. https://rolltidewire.usatoday.com/2022/08/13/alabama-football-bill-obrien-head-coach-offensive-coordinator-college-football/, Alabama WR JoJo Earle to miss significant time due to fractured foot, WATCH: Nick Saban teaches new members of the Crimson Tide the fight song, Adrian Peterson enamored by former Alabama RB Najee Harris' frame, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Las Vegas Raiders head coach, and former New England Patriots offensive coordinator, Josh McDaniels knows exactly what it is like to the top dog in Bill Belichicks offensive coaching staff. Let us knowyour thoughts, comment on this story below. Follow Nittany Lions Wire on Twitter and like us on Facebook for continuing Penn State coverage and discussion. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Bill OBrien has been listed as a top candidate for the job. O'Brien's coaching career started at Brown, where he coached tight ends in 1993 and inside linebackers in 1994. The Houston Texans signed Bill O'Brien to a contract extension and the team's long-snapper Jon Weeks is happy to be playing for O'Brien in 2018. Bill O'Brien may have his pick of some great college head coaching jobs this offseason . Another candidate with Penn State ties also remains an intriguing possibility. O'Brien and . Last season was no different as offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien was linked to several jobs, particularly in the NFL. All the things that Billy has accomplished and achieved since then havent surprised me at all. OBrien is no stranger to having his name thrown through the rumor mill, of course. Penn State went 8-4 in O'Brien's first season, and then 7-5 in his second year. Patriots Talk: Devin McCourty goes deep on Patriots hire of Bill OBrien| Listen & Subscribe | Watch on YouTube. Penn State womens basketball wins first Big Ten tournament game since 2018. Until then, the quarterback will just have to ride the roller coaster that is the NFL offseason. "Every season is challenging in its own way," O'Brien said. The Las Vegas Raiders head coach met with the media at the NFL . However, a top candidate emerged on Tuesday, per The Athletic. INDIANAPOLIS Josh McDaniels knows a good matchup when he sees one, and the Raiders coach has the sense theres a real good one developing in New England. Carter later released a statement saying he intended to return to Athens to answer the charges and to make certain that the complete and accurate truth is presented. Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta provided an update on what he called a tough negotiation with franchise quarterback (and potential free agent) Lamar Jackson. Get viral graphics, memes, rumors and trending sports news delivered right to your inbox with the Clutch Newsletter. Please enter valid email address to continue. Carter never appeared for his media session, and his draft status hes a first-round talent is something to watch. Bill Belichick coaching tree failures: Brian Flores looks to avoid a long line of NFL head-coaching flops Coaching Carousel Could Be Bill O'Brien's Wheel of Fortune. Definitely more blunt; hes gonna tell you what it is, he doesnt care who you are, and hes gonna show you what youre doing wrong, Johnson said. Alabama Crimson Tide offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien is a hot coaching commodity in both the NFL and college football given his ability to elevate a program's culture. For 13 non-consecutive seasons, McDaniels helped to craft one of the NFLs most diverse offensive units as its coordinator. "I am looking forward to working with Bill again," Patriots coach Bill Belichick said in a statement. Come Sept. 4 in the Alabama opener with Miami, O'Brien will become the first assistant to direct offenses and call plays for both Belichick and Saban. So it's no shock . His interview was very impressive. He was born into a football family, as both, his father and grandfather played the game. The former MVP represents himself. 2 in total yards per game (428), No. The two apparently have a close connection and still keep in contact. Saban also is searching for a defensive coordinator after Pete Golding left for the same position at Ole Miss earlier this month. Every season, some coaches part ways with their respective programs, which opens the door for the mayhem that is a coaching carousel. He has called plays for Tom Brady in the Super Bowl, elevated Penn State from the depths of the Sandusky conviction and won the AFC South four times in seven NFL head-coaching seasons, writes Thamel. O'Brien was the wide receivers coach in 2008, the quarterbacks coach in 2009, 2010 and 2011, and then added offensive coordinator to his title in 2011. Upon landing at Alabama, where he worked closely with quarterback Bryce Young, O'Brien had also spent time with current Patriots quarterback Mac Jones, who helped O'Brien learn the Crimson Tide offense in the months following Jones' final season with Alabama. Its been an active offseason for the Patriots staff, which coached the winning West squad at the East-West Shrine Bowl in Las Vegas in February. Every coach is different in how they teach the game, and it takes time for a quarterback to develop trust with their coordinator while learning what they're trying to accomplish on each play. "He is an outstanding coach and an asset to our staff.". I learned a lot, Gannon said. Hes a very emotional guy.. At the end of the day, weve been very good for most of the season. But the desired results never came to fruition, leading to the Patriots, who are notoriously tight-lipped about their intentions, announcing Jan. 12 that they would be interviewing for an offensive coordinator. But the Panthers are paying for Rhule to not do a darn thing so Rhule has the luxury of not feeling like he needs to rush right back into anything. But there is no denying that OBrien would bring a wealth of experience. Billys worked with a lot of quarterbacks before, and theyve all had success, and hes impacted all of those guys in a positive way, said McDaniels, alluding to OBriens work with Tom Brady and Deshaun Watson, among others. "You could give him a lot of responsibility and he could handle it, McDaniels remarked. Johnson seems to like what hes seen from coach Bill OBrien thus far, telling Albert Breer of NFL Media that he likes the way the Texans are moving him around on offense as well as the style that OBrien has adopted as the head man in Houston. Of course, it should be noted that for the vast majority of that time, the Pats scoring phase was led by future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady. O'Brien, 53, who spent the past two seasons as the offensive coordinator under Nick Saban at Alabama, now is back to where his NFL career began in 2007 as a coaching assistant. O'Brien returns for a second stint at the helm of the New England offense. I actually told Coach [, Bizarre scene Wednesday morning as news broke that arrest warrants were issued for, Volin: Matt Patricia deserves better than what he has gotten from the Patriots, NFLPA report card, player feedback look unfavorably on Patriots player experience. I was fortunate in New England: By the time I took the field as a starter in my fourth season, I had been exposed to so much in this offense. When you embrace the new system and understand there are different ways to have success -- that's when you can really start to grow as a quarterback, because growth only happens when there's acceptance. January 28, 2022 6:00 am ET. Experts weigh in| Listen & Subscribe | Watch on YouTube. Such praise from a 13-year veteran -- and 12-time Patriots captain -- is nothing to scoff at. It should be noted that the other names listed are still in play. Which of these proposed rule changes will actually help speed up college football? Some reports have linked him to the New England Patriots. Having caught his first collegiate touchdown pass from Jones during Alabama's 2021 College Football Playoff National Championship win over Ohio State, he reiterated his enthusiasm in once again . Nebraska football has yet to make any kind of official decision. He left the program to return to the NFL as an offensive coordinator for the New England Patriots . There are a lot of issues for O'Brien to clean up, but the fact that the Patriots now have a real OC is encouraging for the franchise. Were all responsible for what we do. New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has a positive outlook on Bill O'Brien's return to New England. Johnson stayed away from the team until training camp, when he reported for work and started getting some answers. Harsin was 9-12 in his second season at Auburn, with two of those losses coming against Penn State. ", BILL O'BRIEN FUTURE:Will Bill O'Brien return to Alabama football? He is set to take his first visit to Tuscaloosa for Junior (), Former Georgia linebacker Nolan Smith offered high praise for Alabama's newest LB, Trezmen Marshall. / CBS Boston. Its good to have that, because no one gets treated special. Follow him on Twitter @globejimmcbride. I have a lot of confidence that Billys going to do well wherever hes at, and obviously now thats in New England.. Though emotion and strategy will ultimately be the measures by which OBrien is judged in New England, his earning the stamp of approval from his predecessor should Patriots fans with a greater sense of comfort regarding the teams fate (along with that of Mac Jones) on offense. Bill O'Brien has been listed as a top candidate for the job. Former New England Patriots offensive coordinator and current Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels believes Bill OBrien and Mac Jones are a great fit. Apparently, it's unlikely that the former NFL head coach will be moving forward . For every positive story there is about Jones, there seems to be a negative one ready to pop up at a moment's notice. That's what I loved about him. "That source also suggested, in hindsight, it might have been a mistake to go easy on the quarterback.". As I matured, I learned that there are different offensive philosophies and different ways to teach the game. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is sitting on top of the world these days, and admittedly, New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick might have . P.J. The wreck was originally classified as a single-vehicle crash. Absolutely.". Hes a great football coach, an extremely hard worker, said McDaniels. -- Bill O'Brien has returned to the New England Patriots after being hired as their offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, the team announced Thursday. O'Brien was the wide receivers coach in 2008, the quarterbacks coach in 2009, 2010 and 2011, and then added offensive coordinator to his title in 2011. Upon his return to college, he helped develop Bryce Young into a Heisman Trophy winner. For a young QB like Mac Jones, it's more challenging. 2 in passing yards per game (317.8), and No. With the NFL coaching carousel still in full swing, a handful of notable names from college football continue to be tied into the hoopla at the next level. Ahead of the Sugar Bowl, O'Brien was asked Wednesday how he would respond to the criticism of the offense and play-calling. FOXBORO -- After a roller coaster of a second NFL season for Mac Jones, the Patriots quarterback is now being twisted left and right during the offseason. O'Brien drew interest primarily from the Jacksonville Jaguars who [] A Massachusetts native, O'Brien will be charged with improving a Patriots offense that dipped notably in most key areas in 2022, including: Red zone efficiency: 11th (39 TDs in 63 trips) to 32nd (19 TDs in 45 trips), Third-down efficiency: 10th (43.5%) to 27th (34.8%), First downs: tied for ninth (362) to 28th (288), Sacks allowed: eighth (28 for 241 yards) to 19th (41 for 279 yards). Then I moved to Dallas and had Scott Linehan. O'Brien got his pro start with the Patriots as an offensive assistant in 2007. "The primary target is former Patriots OC, former Penn State and Texans head coach, former Alabama OC Bill O'Brien," a report from Tom Curran . Director of player personnel Matt Groh is leading the Patriots front office contingent here. There have been a number of various coaches linked to the Nebraska Football head coaching job. McDaniels believes the relationship between Patriots quarterback, I think hes a great coach. Every offseason when teams look to fill their vacant head coaching positions, Alabama's staff is a popular breeding ground for teams to find its next lead dog. The addition of O'Brien is a welcomed one for a New England offense that struggled mightily under playcaller Matt Patricia and quarterbacks coach Joe Judge in 2022. After several seasons in New England working for Bill Belichick, O'Brienleft the Patriots in 2012 for his first head coaching opportunity at Penn State. Ravens GM says he covets QBs, Montana SB jersey breaks Brady's auction record, Colts GM pins moving up to 'guy worthy of it', McCarthy: 'New voice' calling plays will help Dak, Out of dark, Rodgers vows decision coming soon, Survey: Vikes, Fins, Raiders top FA report cards, Chargers GM halts speculation: Allen staying put. O'Brien is very familiar with the Patriots. What he said, SUGAR BOWL:What we saw inside Alabama football's practice Wednesday ahead of the Sugar Bowl. OBrien and Trev Alberts reportedly have a connection that dates back to OBriens Georgia Tech days. Click Here. But the idea of taking over head coaching duties again may be enough for him to leave Alabama and join Nebraska football. Let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment on this story below. You're worried about other things other than trying to execute that one play, even if it's not the perfect play. Alabama only makes its coordinators available to reporters on one day early in preseason practices. Alabama quarterback Bryce Young won the Heisman Trophy under O'Brien in 2021. When we added Billy back in 2007, he was a guy that came from college [Duke] and really wanted to make it in the NFL, said McDaniels. "I dont really pay attention to that," O'Brien said. So, I know a thing or two about adjusting to new coordinators. Additionally, defensive line coach DeMarcus Covington served as a coordinator at the Senior Bowl. Perhaps attending Nick Sabans school of wayward coaches has done him some good. I dont think its just one position or one person. It is said that Bill and his immediately older brother Tom grew up playing soccer. It will also be interesting to see if he wants to try to make a return to the NFL or remain at the collegiate level. Key has done well for the program, but a report from The Athletic says Bill O'Brien is favored to be the 'top choice' for . 2 min read. I think over the last two seasons, weve been pretty productive.". This isnt a name that will garner much positivity among some fans, Auburn Wire notes. I actually told Coach [Bill] Belichick that after [the interview]. He quickly rose up the ranks. It starts with me. Lamar and I are talking, said DeCosta. Former New England Patriots offensive coordinator, and current Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels believes Bill O'Brien and Mac Jones are a great fit. ". I had watched Tom Brady execute it and seen all of the details that go into successfully running the offense. 247Sports shared way-too-early spring football bowl projections. Bill O'Brien was born in Dorchester, Massachusetts, on October 23, 1969, as William James O'Brien, son of John O'Brien and Anne Murphy O'Brien. O'Brien was Maryland's running backs coach in 2003 and 2004, and then joined the Terrapins' ACC rival, Duke, to be the Blue Devils' offensive coordinator/QBs coach in 2005 and 2006. Here's an overview of O'Brien's career to this point. His most memorable moment as Patriots offensive coordinator? In one sense, this is the ultimate test of Nick Saban's Coaching Rehab.In O'Brien and Marrone, we're talking guys with a combined 27 years of NFL experience. Jim McBride can be reached at james.mcbride@globe.com. William James O'Brien (born October 23, 1969), nicknamed The Teapot, is an American football coach who is the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). We had a great relationship when I was with the Patriots and he was the wide receivers coach in 2008. https://nittanylionswire.usatoday.com/2022/10/31/former-penn-state-coach-mentioned-as-potential-candidate-for-auburn/, Joey Porter Jr. heads to NFC West in latest mock draft, Watch Micah Parsons score his first career touchdown, Vols tie Buckeyes for No. Even if you're not changing the offensive system, you still have to adapt to a different personality. Alabama offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien interviewed for the Jacksonville Jaguars head-coaching vacancy last week. But as a head coach Bill OBrien has a pretty good resume, as a general manager not so much. I think its a team game. 3 in points scored per game (32.1). Coach Belichick knows how to coach the coaches, because this guy was on it. At least a name to keep an eye on.. Bill OBrien is set to begin his second season with the Crimson Tide after a first season that saw his quarterback win the Heisman Trophy and multiple players get drafted in the first round. Get Stats, Coaching Records, Team Ranks, Coordinators, and more for Bill O'Brien on Pro-football-reference.com. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? Auburn hopped aboard this years edition of the coaching carousel on Monday by officially removing Bryan Harsin as head coach of the Tigers. OBrien was the head coach of Penn State for two seasons prior to the hiring of James Franklin, and he deserves plenty of praise for guiding the program through what he had to deal with at the time he took on the job. I think I want to be coached harder, Jones said at the conclusion of his second year as the teams starting quarterback. Please check your email for a confirmation. He spent the last two seasons as Alabamas OC. He also served as the general manager of the . display: none; Sign up for the Roll Tide Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, 2024 wide receiver Ryan Wingo received an offer from Alabama in February. OBrien rapidly rose through the ranks in New England, becoming wide receivers coach (2008), quarterbacks coach (2009-10), and eventually succeeding McDaniels as offensive coordinator in 2011. Mike Reiss reports that Bill Belichick and the Patriots will be bringing back Bill O'Brien as offensive coordinator. Even if you're not changing the offensive system, you still have to adapt to a different personality. You must be logged in to leave a comment. I learned a lot, Gannon said. I think hes a great coach. According to a league source, the Patriots have sent four assistant coaches to work players through positional drills here at the Scouting Combine: Troy Brown (receivers/returners), Mike . And if Bill O'Brien can come in and achieve that -- not just with Mac Jones, but with the entire offense -- then that would obviously be a great thing. During the offseason, wide receiver Andre Johnson had a lot of questions about the direction that the Texans were taking after a 2-14 season in 2013.Johnson stayed away from the team until . Patriots Talk:Will Robert Kraft take a hard-line stance with Belichick this offseason? After being fired by Houston in 2020, O'Brien returned to college in 2021 as the University of Alabama's offensive coordinator under head coach Nick Saban. (1:42). 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