Panthers land Evero as DC

[Cullenator]

Lets

fuging

Go

!!!!

[ladypanther]

For him to get that opportunity somewhere, I think he is more than deserving of it,” Broncos safety Justin Simmons said after Denver’s win over the Chargers to close the season. “He is just a tremendous leader. I could be up here for hours just talking about how amazing of a coach and a man he is. I’m just really appreciative of him, and he deserves it.”

The final numbers for Denver’s defense in 2022 are a testament to Evero’s coaching talent. The Broncos finished 10th in defensive DVOA, seventh in defensive EPA, seventh in yards allowed per game (320), seventh in opponent points per drive (1.71), second in third-down success rate (34.1 percent), seventh in opponent red-zone touchdown rate (51.1 percent), fourth in defensive three-and-out percentage (37.9) and tied for 14th in takeaways (23). Evero was able to help Denver’s defense produce those numbers despite a pass rush that was significantly impacted by injuries to Randy Gregory (only six games played) and the midseason trade of Bradley Chubb.

It also did not go unnoticed by Denver’s front office that a handful of the team’s top defensive players produced career-best seasons during their first year in Evero’s scheme.

Cornerback Pat Surtain II became the youngest first-team All-Pro in team history, recording two interceptions, one forced fumble and 10 passes defensed while generally shutting down one half of the field to opposing quarterbacks.

Anywhere you turn while examining Denver’s defensive roster, you’ll find a player who improved during Evero’s first season as a defensive coordinator.

“He helped my game so much this year,” Simmons said. “Just when you think you know a good amount, you always learn so much more from a new mind and a new set of eyes and the way that he coaches and the way that affects coaches, the assistant coaches around the defensive room. I’m just so thankful for him and his leadership. I’ve learned so much from him, both on and off the field.”

Evero has worked for some of the greatest defensive minds in football since entering the NFL as a quality control assistant with the Buccaneers in 2007, shortly after his college career as a safety at UC Davis ended. In Tampa Bay, Evero worked for defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin. Across stops to follow with the 49ers, Packers and Rams, Evero learned from Vic Fangio, Capers, Wade Phillips and Raheem Morris.

Evero absorbed bits and pieces from each coach’s unique style during those first 15 years of his career, taking mental notes about what he would incorporate into his own leadership approach when he one day ran a defense or a team and what he might let go. That experience, and the process by which he maximized its benefit, created a style that is uniquely Evero’s, one that deeply resonated with the players he coached this season.

“He provides all the qualities you need in a coach,” said Surtain, who was also named a starter for the AFC Pro Bowl roster this season. “He’s a great leader, very outspoken, brings a lot of energy into the room and he’s just a great person in general. A great people person. You can go to him for anything. On the football field, he’s just going to go out there and bring all the energy. He’s going to do what is best for the team.”

When Evero was hired in February by first-year head coach Nathaniel Hackett to become the team’s defensive coordinator, members of Denver’s defensive roster were relieved their new boss would be bringing a system familiar to the one Fangio, credited as the godfather of the two-high-safety look, had used the past three seasons with the Broncos. But it didn’t take long for players to notice the differences in Evero’s version of the scheme and what it allowed players to do. Namely, it gave them more freedom to trust their instincts within the confines of the system.

“This is the most fun I’ve had since I’ve been in the league (while) playing this type of defense and (with) this amount of control,” said Jewell, who had a career year in his fifth NFL season. “It’s been fun to play for him and just to hear his insight. (He is) very vocal about it, and he’ll talk about every single small, little thing and there’s no miscommunication there. It’s fun to talk to him. He’s an open book on the defense and a great teacher.”

https://theathletic.com/4089161/2023/01/16/ejiro-evero-nfl-head-coach-candidate/

Wow...great hire.  Did not think we had a chance.  

[ncfan]

 

[Mr. Scot]

 

[*FreeFua*]

Gotta think Taylor Rapp will be a target in free agency 

[Basbear]

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Incredibly smart, intelligent, great disposition, demeanor. He knows how to connect with all types of guys, knows how to be able to help them reach their highest potential…He’s an absolute stud. Least surprised person of how well they’ve done and how great of a job he’s doing leading the defense is me.” - Sean McVay on Ejiro Evero

FYI he took over for vic fangio lead team and finished 10 in total D.........vic finished 20th the year before

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He is just a tremendous leader. I could be up here for hours just talking about how amazing of a coach and a man he is. I’m just really appreciative of him. He helped my game so much this year. Just when you think you know a good amount, you always learn so much more from a new mind and a new set of eyes and the way that he coaches and the way that affects coaches, the assistant coaches around the defensive room. I’m just so thankful for him and his leadership. I’ve learned so much from him, both on and off the field.” - Broncos 3x second-team All-Pro safety Justin Simmons on Ejiro Evero

“He provides all the qualities you need in a coach. He’s a great leader, very outspoken, brings a lot of energy into the room and he’s just a great person in general. A great people person. You can go to him for anything. On the football field, he’s just going to go out there and bring all the energy. He’s going to do what is best for the team.” - Broncos All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II on Ejiro Evero

He’s a great leader. You’ve seen the defense, it’s a reflection of him. Communication is unbelievable through him. There’s no disguise, there’s no hidden thing, he’s going to let you know how he feels. He’s going to let you know how to play certain things. There are no questions left at the end of the day which is the biggest thing. Whether it be going out there on defense for a game or during practice, we know exactly what we’re doing. I just say that transparency of him being fully there and never holding anything back is very important. And as you saw, he brings us all together.” - Broncos linebacker Josey Jewell on Ejiro Evero

 

[ladypanther]

He must have really hated the Payton hire.

[Sean Payton's Vicodin]

Honestly if the Panthers land CJ STROUD then this is a 10/10 offseason already and the first time I'll actually have hope for the franchise in a long time

[Carolina Cajun]

having Haynes and Burns on the field simultaneously will give a huge boost to our pass rush.

[Mr. Scot]

1 minute ago, ladypanther said:

He must have really hated the Payton hire.

Or the organization.

As I recall, he was offered the interim coaching job and turned it down

 

[Basbear]

Just now, ladypanther said:

He must have really hated the Payton hire.

Something happened before, broncos tired to name him interim HC and he declined......they they were flying in DCs while telling the viking they couldnt interview.......weird.

 

Nice when your team lands a upcoming hot coach, tepper deserves some credit... 

[philit99]

Hum I hope we reach out to Bradberry in the off season, this team seems to chew up corners, think we may need to carry 12 dbs, lol.

[Basbear]

If he sticks around long enough(doubt), this could be the guy whom replaces frank...

[pantherclaw]

Pretty exciting hire.