Dawsey still being "speculated" for FSU

[Papa_Bull]

It's amazing, in this day and age, that Steve Ellis would write that he could be hired because FSU needs a "minority" coach. I'm sure that will go over big with Dawsey. NOT!  ;D

Florida State Seminoles  

Posted on Wed, Jan. 05, 2005

Heggins resigns as FSU line coach

Other moves could follow as 'Noles replace former player, assistant

By Steve Ellis

DEMOCRAT STAFF WRITER

Now it gets interesting.

The departure of veteran offensive-line coach Jimmy Heggins on Tuesday leads to a possibly complicated question: "What's next?"

The next step could be to hire George Henshaw, who worked under Bowden at both West Virginia and Florida State. Offensive coordinator Jeff Bowden, if he keeps some degree of coordinating responsibilities as expected, could benefit from Henshaw's experience. The offense struggled mightily during the 2004 season, and Heggins and Jeff Bowden have been the main target of frustrated FSU fans.

Henshaw, a former FSU offensive coordinator now with the Tennessee Titans, said Tuesday night he has not been offered a job with FSU.

"We've talked about other stuff," said Henshaw, who speaks to Bowden on a regular basis.

It is possible that Heggins' departure - both Bobby Bowden and Heggins called it a resignation - will not be resolved by a single hire. Diversity is important to the university and its president, T.K. Wetherell. FSU also can be expected to be hit hard by other programs on the recruiting trail if a minority is not hired on the offensive staff.

That doesn't mean Bowden must hire a black offensive-line coach - rare in college football - but would need to bring in a minority coach at some position.

One possibility would be for FSU to hire former Seminoles receiver Lawrence Dawsey, now the wide-receivers coach at South Florida, or another black receivers coach. That position fell far below expectations during the 2004 season. A full-time coach at that position would benefit Jeff Bowden in regards to coordinator duties.

But for FSU to hire an offensive-line coach and minority coach at wide receiver means that some other change must be made. This matter may not be concluded this week. FSU athletic director Dave Hart is out of town until Thursday, and Bobby Bowden is on the road recruiting. Wetherell said on Tuesday that he has talked to Bobby Bowden about his staff but would not discuss details.

Heggins told reporters that it was strictly his decision to leave. Heggins steps away from a position that paid $113,200 annually in base salary and apparently has no pending offer. The 49-year-old said he was exploring opportunities in the coaching profession, including the NFL, where he has made contacts attending camps of the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles in recent seasons.

The veteran coach has been rumored for weeks to be on his way out. Although Bowden praised the offensive line following the Gator Bowl and repeatedly pointed to injuries as a reason for offensive-line problems this past season, Heggins' departure was imminent. Bowden had lamented over penalties and sluggish starts that could be attributed in part to the line.

Heggins has coached FSU's offensive line since 1992. He coached five All-Americans, including one consensus All-American - Alex Barron - who earned the honor twice. A number of his players have played in the NFL, including Walter Jones, Tra Thomas, Clay Shiver, Todd Fordham and Todd Williams.

Heggins' 25-year association with FSU began in 1974 when he joined the Seminoles as a running back after making all-state in his native North Carolina. He played most of his career at nose guard and was a member of Bobby Bowden's first bowl team at FSU. After coaching stops at South Miami High and East Carolina, he joined the FSU staff as a graduate assistant in 1981. Coaching stints at Western Illinois, Eastern Michigan and Southwest Louisiana followed before Heggins returned to a full-time position in 1985 and remained on the staff until this week's decision.

"I've enjoyed my 19 years at FSU, and right now I think it's time to move on," Heggins said in a statement.

http://www.bradenton.com/mld/bradenton/sports/colleges/florida_state_university/10567846.htm

[fidbuc]

The quotes attributed to Dawsey in the 12/1 article SP Times by Greg A, does not appear that LD is going anywhere.

See attached:

I've got a great group of young kids to work with," he said. "They've got a lot of potential and I'm looking forward to working with them again."

The Florida State alum has heard his name as a popular choice to join Bobby Bowden's staff in Tallahassee, but he wants to put that rumor to rest.

"There's nothing to that," he said. "Fans are disappointed in how things are going on the offense up there. I've been here in Tampa ever since I got drafted by the Bucs. This is home."

[Papa_Bull]

Thanks for posting that article, which I read previously. That's why I wrote "still being specualted," [despite his previous denial.]

[CyberBull]

It's amazing, in this day and age, that Steve Ellis would write that he could be hired because FSU needs a "minority" coach. I'm sure that will go over big with Dawsey. NOT!  ;D

Florida State Seminoles  

Posted on Wed, Jan. 05, 2005

Heggins resigns as FSU line coach

Other moves could follow as 'Noles replace former player, assistant

By Steve Ellis

DEMOCRAT STAFF WRITER

Now it gets interesting.

The departure of veteran offensive-line coach Jimmy Heggins on Tuesday leads to a possibly complicated question: "What's next?"

The next step could be to hire George Henshaw, who worked under Bowden at both West Virginia and Florida State. Offensive coordinator Jeff Bowden, if he keeps some degree of coordinating responsibilities as expected, could benefit from Henshaw's experience. The offense struggled mightily during the 2004 season, and Heggins and Jeff Bowden have been the main target of frustrated FSU fans.

Henshaw, a former FSU offensive coordinator now with the Tennessee Titans, said Tuesday night he has not been offered a job with FSU.

"We've talked about other stuff," said Henshaw, who speaks to Bowden on a regular basis.

It is possible that Heggins' departure - both Bobby Bowden and Heggins called it a resignation - will not be resolved by a single hire. Diversity is important to the university and its president, T.K. Wetherell. FSU also can be expected to be hit hard by other programs on the recruiting trail if a minority is not hired on the offensive staff.

That doesn't mean Bowden must hire a black offensive-line coach - rare in college football - but would need to bring in a minority coach at some position.

One possibility would be for FSU to hire former Seminoles receiver Lawrence Dawsey, now the wide-receivers coach at South Florida, or another black receivers coach. That position fell far below expectations during the 2004 season. A full-time coach at that position would benefit Jeff Bowden in regards to coordinator duties.

But for FSU to hire an offensive-line coach and minority coach at wide receiver means that some other change must be made. This matter may not be concluded this week. FSU athletic director Dave Hart is out of town until Thursday, and Bobby Bowden is on the road recruiting. Wetherell said on Tuesday that he has talked to Bobby Bowden about his staff but would not discuss details.

Heggins told reporters that it was strictly his decision to leave. Heggins steps away from a position that paid $113,200 annually in base salary and apparently has no pending offer. The 49-year-old said he was exploring opportunities in the coaching profession, including the NFL, where he has made contacts attending camps of the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles in recent seasons.

The veteran coach has been rumored for weeks to be on his way out. Although Bowden praised the offensive line following the Gator Bowl and repeatedly pointed to injuries as a reason for offensive-line problems this past season, Heggins' departure was imminent. Bowden had lamented over penalties and sluggish starts that could be attributed in part to the line.

Heggins has coached FSU's offensive line since 1992. He coached five All-Americans, including one consensus All-American - Alex Barron - who earned the honor twice. A number of his players have played in the NFL, including Walter Jones, Tra Thomas, Clay Shiver, Todd Fordham and Todd Williams.

Heggins' 25-year association with FSU began in 1974 when he joined the Seminoles as a running back after making all-state in his native North Carolina. He played most of his career at nose guard and was a member of Bobby Bowden's first bowl team at FSU. After coaching stops at South Miami High and East Carolina, he joined the FSU staff as a graduate assistant in 1981. Coaching stints at Western Illinois, Eastern Michigan and Southwest Louisiana followed before Heggins returned to a full-time position in 1985 and remained on the staff until this week's decision.

"I've enjoyed my 19 years at FSU, and right now I think it's time to move on," Heggins said in a statement.

http://www.bradenton.com/mld/bradenton/sports/colleges/florida_state_university/10567846.htm

Man....that is offensive!!

Why would you want to work in a town where the media is so cognizant of your color and ethnicity?

[bullz97]

No rumors about Grey Fry for FSU OL coach job, he did play there.  But he is from Clearwater!.......

[The Sheriff]

Coach Frye is the man! The day he leaves USF is the day USF loses a coach that has given everything to South Florida. He is underpaid and overworked, and is one reason our linemen leave everything on the field. There cannot be enough good things said about Frye and how much he has given to our program. One day, they will honor him appropriately when he retires! Hopefully, in the ring of honor at USF stadium between Fowler and Fletcher.

[E.T.]

No rumors about Grey Fry for FSU OL coach job, he did play there.  But he is from Clearwater!.......

... and he's white  :

It is sad that someone would or wouldn't get their job due to race  

Go BULLS !!!