jetstream23 Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Some big names now associated with the mediocre, local Pac-12 team around here. http://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/26839511/marvin-lewis-joins-herm-edwards-asu-staff Quote Marvin Lewis joins Herm Edwards' ASU staff Former Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis is joining Arizona State's football staff, Sun Devils coach Herm Edwards announced Tuesday. "Marvin Lewis is one of the most respected minds in our game," Edwards said in a statement. "Whether as the winningest coach in the franchise history of the Cincinnati Bengals, or the architect of one of the greatest defenses in NFL history, the 2000 Baltimore Ravens, Marvin has succeeded everywhere he has been and he has done it the right way. His passion for teaching will be an incredible benefit not only for our coaches, but also for the young men we are responsible for as students and athletes." Edwards said Lewis, who was fired in December after coaching the Bengals for 16 seasons, will serve as a special adviser. Lewis will serve as a sounding board for the coaching staff and advise coaches and staff members. He will be a part of game strategy and could become a "face of the program" for speaking engagements down the road. Lewis will not be permitted to work directly with players, as he is not officially a position coach. "I've known Herman for almost 30 years and the opportunity to come and assist him and his coaches win football games is very exciting and appealing," Lewis said in a statement. "Arizona State and Tempe have always been special to me. "I envision just being another set of eyes, another set of ears, and doing anything I can to help the coaches. I was really impressed with the staff and what they accomplished after they hit the ground running last season. ASU is a great university and is known for having an outstanding athletic program that has always been able to attract top athletes from around the country and I look forward to doing all I can to help the program." Lewis went 131-122-3 during his 16 years in Cincinnati, setting the franchise record for career wins. He was the franchise's longest-tenured coach and set the club's head coaching record for playoff appearances (seven), consecutive playoff appearances (five) and division titles (four). The seven playoff berths under Lewis equaled the number the Bengals had in the 35 seasons before his arrival in 2003. However, Lewis went 0-7 in the playoffs and was fired following the 2018 season after a 6-10 year, despite a 4-1 start. Lewis joins ASU's staff following an impressive 7-6 debut for Edwards that included upset wins over Michigan State and Utah, which were both ranked 15th nationally when the Sun Devils played them. Lewis began his career in 1981 as linebackers coach for Idaho State, which won the NCAA Division I-AA championship during his first year with the team. He was also an assistant coach at Long Beach State (1985-1986), New Mexico(1987-1989), and Pittsburgh (1990-1992). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Get ready for the Sun Devils to start recruiting some highly talented players with highly questionable character concerns. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuscanyTile2 Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Not sure about the Marvin Lewis hire but I'm a big fan of Herm so hopefully this works out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeWillieWhiteShoesHOF Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Beautiful state Arizona. I’m sure Lewis is planning to retire there at some point. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe W. Namath Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 Herm did well there year 1. Marvin Lewis knows football. Nice pairing. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack48 Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 16 hours ago, jetstream23 said: Some big names now associated with the mediocre, local Pac-12 team around here. http://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/26839511/marvin-lewis-joins-herm-edwards-asu-staff so Marvin could not find any pro work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 1 hour ago, jack48 said: so Marvin could not find any pro work? I imagine he got tired of the high pressure environment, and didn't want to be an NFL Coordinator after being a HC for so long. Being the # 2 man to a friend is a very cushy environment for him to be in. Those ASU defensive players will treat him like he's a god. Whether they go to class or stay out of trouble off the field will be another story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varjet Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 This is good for the coaches, college football and ASU. Let the former NFL coaches prepare these kids for the NFL, while the coaches can get paid and get health insurance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warfish Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 Good for them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack48 Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 2 hours ago, Jetsfan80 said: I imagine he got tired of the high pressure environment, and didn't want to be an NFL Coordinator after being a HC for so long. Being the # 2 man to a friend is a very cushy environment for him to be in. Those ASU defensive players will treat him like he's a god. Whether they go to class or stay out of trouble off the field will be another story. he can bring Burflict in for clinics 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetstream23 Posted May 29, 2019 Author Share Posted May 29, 2019 Probably what I'd want to do in retirement. Continue doing what I love doing in a lower pressure environment with people I enjoy working with, surrounded by nice weather and more blondes than you can count. Even with summer classes just starting, the talent level remains high here. lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philc1 Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 If you combine Mo Lewis and Marvin Jones you get Marvin Lewis 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetpain Posted May 30, 2019 Share Posted May 30, 2019 Didn't like either one as pro head coach but I think they will actually be really good college coaches and teach young kids well. I think these young players will be better players and people because of the experience and time with Herm and Marvin Lewis 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philc1 Posted May 30, 2019 Share Posted May 30, 2019 50 minutes ago, Jetpain said: Didn't like either one as pro head coach but I think they will actually be really good college coaches and teach young kids well. I think these young players will be better players and people because of the experience and time with Herm and Marvin Lewis Didn’t understand why it took so long for Herm to get a college job he’s built for recruiting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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