Taggart named USF coach?

[Skingraft]

LMFAO!!!!!

[CousinRicky]

Was only on the board briefly last night. Just caught up on the 16 pages. My 2 cents. This is a bit of a risky hire but one that has great upside. Haven't watched WKU so don't know what type of O or D to expect other than some on here have said he likes a power running game. That scares me a little. How long does it take to recruit and develop offensive linemen that can run block? Some of the young guys on the O line showed some promise in run blocking so here's hoping.

Most fans should be happy with this since some twitter poll showed him as the fans choice. Some of the huge donors are happy with this. I'm good with it. My preference would have been someone known for putting together a high powered offense. Obviously you want to win games but, like USF basketball last year, I don't want it to be painful to watch while we're winning. 9 - 6 games just aren't entertaining. I'll take them if we have the 9 but would rather be watching a 42 - 35 game.

Some of my concern goes back to the topic I had started on recruiting. Does the fact that CWT is from the area guarantee getting top flight recruits from the area? Anyone can sign kids from Florida. But can you bring in the top recruits? Not saying he can't but not sure with the crappy conference if we are a destination resort. You lose that "when we win our conference you will be playing in a BCS game" sales pitch.

Part of what I like about the hire is that IF he has success we have a shot of retaining him. Some of the other names thrown out there like Davis and Petrino (don't believe he was ever in consideration) would be gone as soon as they got a better offer (Big 5 conference).

[deters-]

YES!!! a black coach!!!

i've been saying it for years, we don't need Howdy Doodie Holtz or the out of control professional wrestler Leavitt style, we need a guy that can relate to the players. no "golly gee wiz" stuff and no headbutts.

cuz da crackas can't relate & coach'em up?

idc if your a 4 ft tall Korean wearing a Mexican sombrero singing god save the queen before the game. just win or gtfo!

[usfvictor]

Bruce Feldman @BFeldmanCBS USF will officially announce Willie Taggart as its new head football coach at 4 pm today.

[SilverBull]

Underwhelmed, but then I probably wouldn't be truly happy hiring anyone who would agree to take the job.

Wishing Coach T all the best and hoping to be surprised again (pleasantly though this time).

[Bull94]

Was only on the board briefly last night. Just caught up on the 16 pages. My 2 cents. This is a bit of a risky hire but one that has great upside. Haven't watched WKU so don't know what type of O or D to expect other than some on here have said he likes a power running game. That scares me a little. How long does it take to recruit and develop offensive linemen that can run block? Some of the young guys on the O line showed some promise in run blocking so here's hoping.

Most fans should be happy with this since some twitter poll showed him as the fans choice. Some of the huge donors are happy with this. I'm good with it. My preference would have been someone known for putting together a high powered offense. Obviously you want to win games but, like USF basketball last year, I don't want it to be painful to watch while we're winning. 9 - 6 games just aren't entertaining. I'll take them if we have the 9 but would rather be watching a 42 - 35 game.

Some of my concern goes back to the topic I had started on recruiting. Does the fact that CWT is from the area guarantee getting top flight recruits from the area? Anyone can sign kids from Florida. But can you bring in the top recruits? Not saying he can't but not sure with the crappy conference if we are a destination resort. You lose that "when we win our conference you will be playing in a BCS game" sales pitch.

Part of what I like about the hire is that IF he has success we have a shot of retaining him. Some of the other names thrown out there like Davis and Petrino (don't believe he was ever in consideration) would be gone as soon as they got a better offer (Big 5 conference).

I just read something on his top recruiter that I assume will come with him. He was pulling in 3 stars to wku where he was up against middle tier bcs programs for them. it seems as though they had better offers than a lot of the guys Holtz was signing. I like Harbaugh's offense. You have to have a good running game to win in college. look at UF,FSU, and miami in the past. top notch nfl runners. he likes TEs and we have a couple that look real good. I think it's easier for lineman to run block and I believe ours showed they were better run blockers than pass blockers this year. every hire has risk. I think this guy is tailor made for this job.

[mikemcp88]

Looks like this will be a different system than what we are used to. I like it

[DELdaBull]

I'm hoping he brings the victories and passion that Holtz left behind.

[USF Bulls Football]

Let's be real here... One of the things we need is a culture change. I think Holtz was a great guy, but these last couple seasons have really taken a toll on the team and the fans. Winning is most important, but let's be honest- we are losing a number of important seniors. I don't expect 9-3 next year, but I do expect positive growth year to year. Willie is going to come in here and recruit his tail off and change the culture of this team. I think the fact that Arky and Wisconsin interviewed him should say a lot to our negative Nancy's as well.

[usfbullrider]

Holtz was a run first type of guy but couldn't get the big backs he needed. BIG O line were becoming illusive as well. Hope Taggart can turn that around and quickly. We should have a head start on CUSA since we've been in the big east for so long. I don't want to hear excuses if he loses.