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Chiefs LB Mike Vrabel Sounds Interested in Coaching at Ohio State

553-med_mediumEarlier this week, I passed along an item from Cleveland Browns head coach Eric Mangini suggesting that Kansas City Chiefs LB Mike Vrabel had coaching in his future. 

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Mangini told Cleveland reporters, "I imagine he’ll eventually go into coaching and he’ll be outstanding."  And then, later in the same media session, said, "He knew the defense, not just his assignment, knew the defense, could draw up the defense, could coach the defense. I’m telling you, I wouldn’t be surprised if he’s not coaching major college football or pro football at some point and be really successful."

Vrabel, an Ohio State graduate and at least part-time Ohio resident, suggested that any future involving coaching, would likely begin with his alma mater.

''I would love to go back to Ohio State in any capacity,'' Vrabel said.

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''I've got a lot of friends who coach there, gotten to know some of the players by working out there in the offseason. I would say that would be the only place I would probably coach. If I could get into coaching, I would probably look there first.''

Echoing Mangini's words, Chiefs coach Todd Haley said, "He's already coaching. Even when our offense is on the field, he's isn't afraid to point something out or make me aware of something.''

Like Haley, Chiefs LB Andy Studebaker has stated on several occasions his gratitude for the sideline coaching he's received from Vrabel.

This seems like the best future for Vrabel.  Many times, players have a hard time leaving the sport they've spent their entire child and adult lives playing.  Getting into coaching would keep him involved in football in a capacity that usually doesn't involve words like "ligament tear" or "cracked ribs".

Somebody needs to tell Jim Tressel his next assistant coach is playing for the Chiefs.

(H/T oldchiefsfan)

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I love what Vrabel brings to the whole team.

He’s been a leader and a coach on the field…and as much as I hate the Buckeyes, he’d be an outstanding defensive coach for the at some point. Hell, he could probably handle coaching TE’s, even.

Definitely an asset; I hope we hang onto him for another season, before he heads back to the Buckeye State.

"You've only got 10 fingers to stick in the dike. Is there a breaking point that pushes you over the edge?...Where's the limit?"

-Marty Schottenheimer

by go_saleaumua on Dec 19, 2009 9:14 AM CST reply actions  

I don't know why Haley wouldn't offer Vrabel a job here?

Haley has said ever since Vrabel got here that he was a good Coach, so why not give him a chance here.

Chiefs set an NFL record,most roster changes in 1 season.

by bringbacktheglory on Dec 19, 2009 9:16 AM CST reply actions  

He's gotta accept

And, judging by the quotes above, I’d say OSU is his first choice.

by Joel Thorman on Dec 19, 2009 9:32 AM CST up reply actions  

He can

Be better coach than haley cuz he has the feel of the game

by 72chiefs on Dec 19, 2009 11:32 AM CST via mobile reply actions  

I hope

That they keep Vrabel here for two more years. I don’t actually hope he plays every play during that time because I think next year Studebaker is going to start pushing him for playing time. But we need this guy around for his fire and knowledge. I’m not sure he wasn’t worth a second round pick all by himself without Cassel thrown in as an afterthought. Oh wait…other way around.

Chiefs go 9-7. LJ makes 1400 yards. DBowe makes 1200 yards. Defense #18.
10/28--The Koolaid buzz is beginning to wear off. Maybe drop this back to my original thoughts on the year. Chiefs go 6-10 (and that my be optimistic!). LJ gets a restraining order to stay 1400 yards away from the Chiefs. I'll let the rest stand for now. 11/18 Oh My! Dbowe gets a restraining order to stay 1200 yards away from the Chiefs. Argh! Can we go 5-11? Can the defense make #20?

by Zodeman on Dec 19, 2009 12:07 PM CST reply actions  

Whats up Z Man?

Don’t see much of you these days.

by Chiefsfan1970 on Dec 19, 2009 12:11 PM CST reply actions  

Hopefully Vrabel starts his coaching career right after the season, here or elsewhere, and Studebaker can be he starter.

by dablueguy on Dec 19, 2009 12:53 PM CST reply actions  

Just thinking but

How about player/coach? He might as well get payed for it. Problem, what would the player’s union think about that?

gordymule

by gordymule on Dec 19, 2009 2:04 PM CST reply actions  

Not ready to leave yet....

still needs to spend some time with Haley on his short game and putting.

by HowSweetItIs on Dec 19, 2009 4:57 PM CST reply actions  

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