12-20-2013, 11:26 AM
One of the key factors in program success is coaching staff continuity. Moving Pritchard to QB/WR coach does move a slightly less experienced guy into the position, but he seems to benefit from the fact he is going to be coaching a proven QB and WRs. Moreover, Pritchard played QB, knows the position, and the offense really well. Why risk messing up the chemistry of a passing game that seems poised to be one of the best in the Pac-12 in 2014, with a new guy not familiar with the offense or the personnel?
Contrast this with the RB position. Whoever plays RB in 2014 will not have much experience and would seem to benefit from an experienced RB coach. By moving Pritchard to QB/WR, Stanford keeps that continuity in the passing game, and has the opportunity to bring in a more veteran RB coach.
Isn't a more experienced RB coach a bit more important than having a veteran QB/WR coach right now, especially considering Shaw had that job in the NFL and can be a mentor to Pritchard?
Contrast this with the RB position. Whoever plays RB in 2014 will not have much experience and would seem to benefit from an experienced RB coach. By moving Pritchard to QB/WR, Stanford keeps that continuity in the passing game, and has the opportunity to bring in a more veteran RB coach.
Isn't a more experienced RB coach a bit more important than having a veteran QB/WR coach right now, especially considering Shaw had that job in the NFL and can be a mentor to Pritchard?