Coaching Changes

March Madness is upon us. But it's not just the games that bring excitement...many coaches are making career moves that better themselves and their staffs. It's a domino effect that leaves many coaches on a roller-coaster ride.

Yet, behind many exciting press conferences announcing a new coach is the flip-side of the change. Several of these openings are due to someone being fired. And when that someone gets fired, that also means the four or five other coaches on the staff are let go, too. And in many cases, so are the strength coaches, athletic trainers, secretaries. You may have 10 families involved who are suddenly looking for jobs.

Many of the firings may be warranted, for whatever rationale. But, let's not lose sight of the human element involved. At the very least, we should genuinely pray for the people involved.

Saints' Sin

It appears the Saints, under the direction of former Defensive Coordinator Gregg Williams, broke league rules by paying players to intentionally hurt opponents. Williams, a well-respected coach throughout the NFL, stood up and accepted the blame, even going so far as to say that he knew it was wrong when they were doing it, yet continued the practice.

Does this news change your view of the Saints and their success? Does it taint their defensive accomplishments in your eyes?

One of the things that jumps out at me initially is the lack of player leadership to stand up to the coaches to say it is wrong. It's not popular, or easy, to stand up to coaches, but still surprised no one had the courage to stand up for what is right.

Your thoughts?