Current NFL players that you think can become coaches?

[GB12]

Originally Posted by aNYtitan

I could definately see Brett Favre as at least a quarterback's coach. He seems like he would be an ideal QB coach and show a young starter what it takes to be the best

I disagree completely. When he hangs it up, whenever that may be, he is done with football. I don't think he would make a good coach anyway.

[Ace]

Originally Posted by bearsfan_51

Peyton Manning would be a horrible head coach.

Manning doesn't strike me as someone who can coach the game. He may be smart, but that doesn't mean you can become a good coach.

I think Junior Seau could turn out to be a fine LB coach some day.

[yourfavestoner]

Keenan McCardell.

[elway777]

Rod Smith would be a great receivers coach.Also John Lynch would be a great secondary coach.

[Titans10]

Definatly Corey Chavous, but he could be a scout too

[umphrey]

Originally Posted by PackerLegend

what about William Henderson?

I was gonna mention him, he's a lock to be either a coach or announcer in a few years or next year.

[Yung Flippa]

Ray Lewis in a mintue would be a great LB coach. hopefully he does become the ravens LB coach as soon as he retires

I would say Jerry Rice would make a great WR coach but he is retired, so umm I will go with someone I am suprised no one has said Urlacher

[ElectricEye]

Originally Posted by Titans10

Definatly Corey Chavous, but he could be a scout too

Forgot about that one. Definitely true though. The guy really knows his stuff. Tory Holt could probably be a scout if he wanted too as well.

[Caddy]

Originally Posted by etk

Derrick Brooks is personable, a leader, smart, knowledgeable, he has all the traits of a future NFL Head Coach. Ronde Barber could be a good coach too, but he will probably join Tiki in the studio instead.

I too share the belief that Brooks would be a good coach. Specifically LB coach for obvious reasons. Yes he is personable, a leader, smart and knowledgeable, he is also deeply respected by other players in the locker room and that will help him a lot.

[RaiderNation]

i could see peyton being a OC but not a HC. another is tedy brushci(sp?)

The whole thing about coaching is that you have to (1) have the knowledge of the game and (2) have good communication skills to distribute that knowledge...

I like Seau as a good candidate, although he may turn player/coach due to age soon... also Carson Palmer, IMO, would make a good coach

[skinzzfan25]

Originally Posted by elway777

Rod Smith would be a great receivers coach.Also John Lynch would be a great secondary coach.

Ahhh these were the two that came to mind when I read this. Both are solid players throughout their career, smart, know their position very well, and personable.

[cardsalltheway]

I think Antonio Pierce would make a pretty good LB coach.

[MasterShake]

Bryant Young...smart, incredible work ethic and has the respect of everyone on his team and many from other teams.

[bsaza2358]

Jeff Garcia, Ray Lewis, Troy Vincent, Matt Cassel, Trent Dilfer, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Jim Sorgi, Matt Birk, Hank Fraley, Kevin Mawae, Jeff Saturday, John Lynch, Sam Madison, Ricky Manning Jr., Lawyer Malloy, Tony Parrish, Jason Webster, Keith Brooking, Tedy Bruschi, Na'il Diggs, Carlos Emmons, Larry Izzo, Zach Thomas, Mike Vrabel, Zach Crockett.

In general, QB's (especially backup QB's), safeties, centers, fullbacks, and LB's become coaches. Most likely, pro bowl or future hall of famers don't become coaches because their natural abilities keep them from helping players break through barriers and improve. You will see very few hall of fame players even coaching. It is just reality.

I looked though the NFL roster for players who didn't necessarily get by on their physical skills, but they had great technique. There are a few exceptions, but these are smart players who know the game and have been around a long time. Long careers are generally due to a combination of health, ability, and intelligence.

[Go_Eagles77]

Everyone's listing probowlers and even some future hall-of-famers, coaches are very rarely top-notch players. However there are some exceptions like Art Shell and Mike Singletary for example.

[portermvp84]

I would have to say maybe Jerry Rice, Lawrence Taylor, and Tim Brown combo. I could also see maybe Brett Farve or Peyton Manning.

[The Unseen]

For the Jaguars, I could see Mike Peterson as the coach type. Maybe Donovin Darius.

How about Ricky Proehl? He got a lot of mileage out of limited talent.

[bsaza2358]

Originally Posted by Go_Eagles77

Everyone's listing probowlers and even some future hall-of-famers, coaches are very rarely top-notch players. However there are some exceptions like Art Shell and Mike Singletary for example.

Very few Hall of Famers or All-Pro players go into coaching. As I said in my earlier post, it is hard for someone who had great ability to think about fundamentals and scheme and adjustments. They are also used to having everything handed to them because of their great talent. Trust me, no top dog wants to sit there and be told what to do all the time by a coach. They also aren't willing to work 100+ hours a week as a gopher for less than $100,000 a year while they make their name as a coach. Blue collar guys who are all about technique and football IQ are far more likely to succeed.

[T-RICH49]

Originally Posted by LarryJohnson27

Trent Green will become a coach someday.

Agreed Trent will make a great coach

[bsaza2358]

Originally Posted by portermvp84

I would have to say maybe Jerry Rice, Lawrence Taylor, and Tim Brown combo. I could also see maybe Brett Farve or Peyton Manning.

Jerry Rice isn't going to play second fiddle to anyone for that small amount of money. Taylor may, but his personality doesn't necessarily mean he will connect and be able to coach and lead a team. Tim Brown has the right personality. He is a possibility.

Peyton Manning is basically already the Assistant Offensive Coordinator for the Colts. He calls plays and knows the game, but I don't think he will want the pressure and the workload of an NFL coach. He will have a 15+ year career in the NFL. He has the drive to coach and the knowledge, but why would he want to put himself through it?

Favre's actual football IQ is very, very low. His use of terminology is limited. He couldn't go out and play QB for a non-WCO system because he doesn't know anything else. His career is a result of amazing talent and great coaching, then his behaviors became learned. He would not be a good NFL coach.

[bsaza2358]

Originally Posted by T-RICH49

Agreed Trent will make a great coach

I could see it, but it's not necessarily a done deal.