Mike Hohensee wants OC, says MN where he could end career, won't be stepping stone [Archive]

BleedGopher

01-15-2009, 08:26 AM

per Marcus:

Hohensee wants to return to U
Although he's a longshot to be the new offensive coordinator, former Gophers quarterback Mike Hohensee hopes to get a chance to coach at his alma mater in some capacity in the future.

Hohensee was the Chicago Rush head coach for the last eight seasons, but the Arena Football League suspended play for the 2009 season. He hasn't been officially contacted about a position by Minnesota, but he has talked with the Gophers recently.

"I understand how some people might be apprehensive about hiring a coach from the Arena League," said Hohensee, who was a Gophers quarterback in 1981 and 1982, "But I've had a lot of success developing quarterbacks over the years. Minnesota is a type of job where I would end my career. I'm definitely not looking for a stepping stone."

-- The Gophers are wrapping up the interview process, but don't appear to have their guy yet. A new offensive coordinator could be picked by this weekend, but might not be announced until next week.

-- Gophers athletic director Joel Maturi said he has "heard many good things about the candidates." Maturi also said that talks about a possible contract extension for Gophers coach Tim Brewster have been put on hold until after he hires an offensive coordinator.

http://blogs.twincities.com/gophers/

Go Gophers!!

UST82Gopher

01-15-2009, 08:39 AM

I would LOVE Hohensee as OC. Perfect fit - track record developing QB's, very creative passing game (as developed in Arena football) and I really believe he would stay for 4-5 years (or more). I hope he gets interviewed.

biggieb45

01-15-2009, 08:50 AM

This is one of the first people that I've heard of that WANTS to be here and for an extended period of time. Even if he doesn't get the job I hope Brew gives him some serious consideration. He's developed QBs and his experience in the wide open arena league could help open up the spread offense for us. We could pioneer some crazy wide opening passing attack with a power running game as well with our running game coordinator.

50PoundHead

01-15-2009, 09:09 AM

I think Hohensee would be an interesting choice. He certainly was a great QB for the Gophers and has an understanding of the passing game.

gold04

01-15-2009, 09:21 AM

I have been preaching hire Mike Hohensee for OC for weeks now. I think it would be a good gamble to take.

gold04

01-15-2009, 09:28 AM

I forgot to add that Hohensee's hiring will not happen, but I think Hohensee and Davis as CO-OC would be a good fit.

#93fanclub

01-15-2009, 09:29 AM

not anybody current recruits or players outside the U have ever heard of.

biggieb45

01-15-2009, 09:30 AM

Gold-

Why don't you think Brew will offer him the position? What has he done that would not make him a candidate? I don't know much about him, so information would be great!

TNGophfan

01-15-2009, 09:57 AM

Not all that concerned with "Killer Shot". Just normal Brewster hyperbole, which I've learned to look past. It's just his personality and he can't help it. I'm still a big fan and think the basic enthusiasm and energy is something we need at the U.

That aside, not sure how good Hohensee's X's & O's with the spead are, but I think he's an interesting candidate in that he would be a good QB coach, wants to be here, loves Minnesota and bleeds maroon and gold. The questions are his grasp of the spread and recruiting ability. I think he would be a good recruiter as he would sell Minnesota from his heart and I think kids can sense that. I would assume there are other people on the offensive staff that could help with any holes in his "spread" knowledge.

Long winded way of saying, I would be very supportive of his hiring.

lawrence21

01-15-2009, 09:59 AM

Schnoodler

01-15-2009, 10:06 AM

The other day I posted a musing about what would happen if there wasn't a good fit OC. I thought it'd be cool if Shanahan took the job as interim/consultation and developed an up and comer who may lack certain experience. The tough thing would be finding that mentee. After a while I thought of the Hohensee thread posted earlier. The more I thought of it the better it sounded. What he lacks can be more than offset by Davis/Brewster/Shanahan. He may very well be the diamond in the rough we seek. The question is can he bleed recruiting at an energy level suitable for Brewster? To me that's probably the biggest obstacle in picking the right guy, and wouldn't be surprised to find out that's why we're losing coordinators.

Wahoo McDaniel

01-15-2009, 10:07 AM

Thanks for cutting and pasting the newspaper. Due to this occurring somedays I get to read the same articles twice.

TNGophfan

01-15-2009, 10:10 AM

Lawrence
I would agree that just those reasons alone shouldn't be the determining factor, but I don't know if any of us know how good an offensive mind he actually has.
As far as recruits knowing him, other than a few high profile former players that were supposedly in the running, I doubt if many of them know any of the guys we are or were considering. I may be wrong about that but JMO as I don't think high school kids are much in tune with what college coaches are known for great offensive minds.
Thanks,

lawrence21

01-15-2009, 10:15 AM

cutting and pasting the newspaper, you'll love nemosgold. He links the paper daily.

Goldteam

01-15-2009, 10:16 AM

Thanks for cutting and pasting the newspaper. Due to this occurring somedays I get to read the same articles twice.

GFY

but lose some weight first

lawrence21

01-15-2009, 10:20 AM

why do people defend people posting newspaper articles? it makes no sense. It's as dumb as telling someone what you saw on the news last night.

bigtenchamps1899

01-15-2009, 10:24 AM

why do people defend people posting newspaper articles? it makes no sense. It's as dumb as telling someone what you saw on the news last night.

not everyone lives in minnesota.

and i for one try to stay away from the strib sports web page.

Freshjive2103

01-15-2009, 10:25 AM

why do people defend people posting newspaper articles? it makes no sense. It's as dumb as telling someone what you saw on the news last night.Perhaps it makes perfect sense. Have you ever actually thought that perhaps some people do not get the Star Tribune or the Pioneer Press delivered to their door step because.... they live outside of the state of Minnesota? Shocking, isn't it. Someone like me, who lives in Chicago and does not get Minneapolis news on the TV, just might be interested in what was on the news last night. Hopefully, someday you will realize that not all Gopher fans live in the Twin Cities region, but that might be asking a lot of you.

Schnoodler

01-15-2009, 10:28 AM

Because it starts a conversation, informs people who might not have seen the news, and as many pointed out the last time you went down this road many of our posters are not loacal. So while it may not be useful to you, it is to many.

But the most important reason is that it's a minor infraction and your reaction is disproportionate and unnecessary if not out right rude.

Outside of that I don't know.

lawrence21

01-15-2009, 10:29 AM

you do have the internet and can see the Minnesota news channels and newspapers online. If I was a Cubs fan I know where to find the local Chicago news. Google, ever heard of it?

LloydChristmas

01-15-2009, 10:29 AM

Perhaps it makes perfect sense. Have you ever actually thought that perhaps some people do not get the Star Tribune or the Pioneer Press delivered to their door step because.... they live outside of the state of Minnesota? Shocking, isn't it. Someone like me, who lives in Chicago and does not get Minneapolis news on the TV, just might be interested in what was on the news last night. Hopefully, someday you will realize that not all Gopher fans live in the Twin Cities region, but that might be asking a lot of you.

I completely agree. Post bashing makes no sense, and I'd rather see information disseminated than withheld regardless of the source.

BleedGopher

01-15-2009, 10:29 AM

First of all, what I posted was from Marcus' blog not today's newspaper.

Second of all, not everyone reads the Pioneer Press so it's nice to have some of it posted here for those that don't read it.

Third of all, if you thought this was a subject matter about something you already read in the paper, why did you click on it?

Go Gophers!!

mkAz

01-15-2009, 10:34 AM

I don't see a problem with posting of links. Lighten up folks. It's a good way to get conversation moving. Back to Hohensee, I'm not sure he'd be a 'killer shot' but I'd actually prefer him to Horton.

Hates Monikers

01-15-2009, 10:37 AM

why do people defend people posting newspaper articles? it makes no sense. It's as dumb as telling someone what you saw on the news last night.

This board used to be a place where we would talk about Gopher football. Discussing the news that appeared in the paper (or on TV or heard on the street) that day was part of the fun. But you can't really discuss it if you haven't seen it, and we all used to appreciate Bleed's efforts to find some of this news -- often from the Twin Cities dailies, but often from more obscure sources. Likewise, it was a great place to see a condensed recap of all the news on the program -- some you have seen and some you haven't. Oh, the good old days.

Maybe some would rather have this be a place where we do nothing but fight over whether the coaches are worthy. I, for one, would vote against that. Until then, my suggestion is that if you click on a post that discusses a news item you have already seen ignore it and move on. It may be "news" to the rest of us, and we may want to write our opinions about it.

Schnoodler

01-15-2009, 10:39 AM

you do have the internet and can see the Minnesota news channels and newspapers online. If I was a Cubs fan I know where to find the local Chicago news. Google, ever heard of it?

I start my Gopher updates here. When someone posts something from another source I can go read it if I want more. Why do you assume everyone has read everything out there before they come here. In fact, I hazard a guess that some people only come here for there gopher info.

You're not the only one on this forum Lawrence. What doesn't suit you, may very well suit someone else. This may be a good time to take the live and let live approach and pick to participate in what suits you and ignore what doesn't.

A bad thread will have few replies and go away on its own. One with repies show that there is interest in the thread. Take that as a clue that it's worthwhile to others and keep your crap to yourself.

Freshjive2103

01-15-2009, 10:41 AM

you do have the internet and can see the Minnesota news channels and newspapers online. If I was a Cubs fan I know where to find the local Chicago news. Google, ever heard of it?How is finding the information on Google any differerent than finding it on GopherHole? Both are secondary providers/messagers of the information. Since you say that you should go directly to the source right off the start, why do you even read the paper or GopherHole?. Why not just go directly to Brewster's office and ask him about the status of the O.C. search. I mean, the Star Tribune is just rehashing what Brewster said to them, and you get annoyed when people rehash something.

biggieb45

01-15-2009, 10:48 AM

why do people defend people posting newspaper articles? it makes no sense. It's as dumb as telling someone what you saw on the news last night.

Hey ass. If you don't like what is posted on this board, find another board! You don't contribute anything useful anyways. Which is useful - A. someone posting a link to a story that some people haven't read to initiate discussion about gopher football or B. bitching about someone posting a link to a pertinent gopher story. ANSWER - A!.

I believe most people come to GH because it is a compilation of Gopher stories from around the area and country (correct me if I'm wrong everyone). Instead of searching for hours on the millions on papers and websites for gopher articles, we can come here and find all the info in one spot and discuss.

If this board was call lawrence21hole, you would have a right to complain. But it's not your board, so if you don't like it then leave. That way the rest of us can talk gophers.

GophersInIowa

01-15-2009, 10:59 AM

gold04

01-15-2009, 11:02 AM

Why wouldn't Hohensee be able to handle the spread? Arena football is all about wide open offenses. He'd probably gives us new wrinkles that Dunbar never thought of. The more I think about it Hohensee seems to be a great choice. Hohensee wants to stay here and he has coached wide open offenses. Davis would be an added plus in helping out the running game.

Someone people are always worried about how recruits will react. When they meet Mike and see what kind of guy he is, they will be fine with the selection. If recruits can accept Cosgrove they can accept anyone.

GopherBeef

01-15-2009, 11:13 AM

I will just add that I always don't have time to go looking through the websites for the Star Tribune, Pioneer Press, ESPN or any other sports media outlets. I enjoy this website because it's a good place to keep up with what is going on, therefore including stories and blog entries that are relevent to Gophers' football helps me "keep up" with everything even though I'm about 350 miles away.

I agree completely. It is much easier, and quicker, for me and many others to come on here and find interesting Gopher info rather than going through either the print or online versions of either MSP daily.

Interesting as well that if someone posts something without a link, they are hounded for not providing a source, while others are criticized for providing info with a link. Can't win!

Golden Shower

01-15-2009, 11:18 AM

d-bag lawrence21 is back at it ripping people for pasting links and articles who are just trying to be helpful! This is a guy who would probably sue a hospital for giving him a papercut while they saved his life. It must suck going through life as a crabby, old fart!

nemosgold

01-15-2009, 11:21 AM

just because someone might want to be here and stay a long time does not mean he should be here. Recruits have never heard of him and he has been coaching arena league which is just a step up from the XFL.

I'm not saying we should hire him but, was Lawrence Maroney a big Mitch Browning fan as a junior?

nemosgold

01-15-2009, 11:23 AM

cutting and pasting the newspaper, you'll love nemosgold. He links the paper daily.

Looks like a lot of people read those posts. Most of your threads are all followed my a statement from someone telling you what an idiot you are.

MNfootballfan

01-15-2009, 11:23 AM

just because someone might want to be here and stay a long time does not mean he should be here. Recruits have never heard of him and he has been coaching arena league which is just a step up from the XFL.

Which is true, BUT it is still professional football. The players in the AFL are better than the majority of D1 football players.

I would be willing to roll the dice with Coach Ho.

denguegopher

01-15-2009, 11:27 AM

I say hire him. I think that he has passion for the game and a great football mind. But it seems that no one who campaigns for a Gopher coaching position ever gets it.

GopherGod

01-15-2009, 11:31 AM

I say hire him. I think that he has passion for the game and a great football mind. But it seems that no one who campaigns for a Gopher coaching position ever gets it.

You would think being a U alum would help, but it would help his cause more if he had graduated from Madison or worked there with Maturi.

WadeHokenson

01-15-2009, 11:33 AM

I love having the links to Gopher blogs and articles posted here. Living in rural Minnesota I get the Star Tribune later in the day, but having links to read about Gopher news is great on the Hole. I come on here several times a day and when there are links, I click on them. I don't see the harm in it, simply don't click on it if you don't want to read it AGAIN. I have never once gone onto the Pioneer Press blog system, but I get a lot of good information thanks to the kindness of others on this board. GO GOPHERS!

P.S. lawrence21: Please shut up.

calminnfan

01-15-2009, 11:49 AM

Personally I see the posting of articles as a courtesy for those who don't have the time to do web surfing along with the poster being encouraged/disappointed over articles concerning the favorite team. To make it an issue of it suggests to much time on your hands or maybe the need to head to the nearest starbucks and get a cup of coffee or something! Get outdoors a little.

It is really, really not worth bringing up, IMO!

Noonan

01-15-2009, 11:52 AM

I enjoy this board for the most part. However, the part I hate is when you see a topic you are interested in and being to read the posts....only to find out that 90% of the posts are not related to the topic, but rather the bashing of the person who made the original post.

For me, I've seen enough of the "Don't post information from site that require a sunscription fee" and "You're only posting information from newspaper articles". Can't we just stick the the topics at hand? Lawrence - Is it impossible for you to bite your tongue and just leave well enough alone?

calminnfan

01-15-2009, 12:27 PM

Back to the original topic, I do not hold the Arena league against Hohensee. St. Louis snagged Warner out of the league as a player and that turned out pretty good for them. No reason it cannot happen for a coach, especially a HC.
If Hohensee stated that he would be at the U long term, he probably has been reading the boards bemoaning the transient nature of U coaches!

Otherwise, he may add a bit of uniqueness to the U offense that the Big Ten is not familiar with.

Personally, I know little to nothing of his coaching abilities. I would think Brew would need to interview him and find out his philosophy in order to see how it would mesh with where he wants to go. Since Hohensee was a good passing QB, I am certain he has both a passion and understanding of how to run an offense.

One thing I am encouraged by is that with the sifting of the remaining candidates, it appears that even though there is no home run candidate like Norm Chow, there seem to be some quality up and coming candidates to chose from who may blend very well with Davis and create some new wrinkles to the offense which the BT may have trouble adjusting to for a while.

bigtenchamps1899

01-15-2009, 12:36 PM

Noonan

01-15-2009, 01:14 PM

I can see many ilegal procedure penalties in our future......

GopherBeef

01-15-2009, 02:06 PM

i don't know much about this guy (except that he was a QB at u of m i think), but what experience does he have besides arena league? would his experience coaching in AL allow him to bring anything unusual to the big ten? or would it be a hindrance?

It looks like his entire coaching career has been in the Arena League (1989-present, with a few missing years in between). Head coach of Chicago Rush since '01, and head coach of four other AFL teams prior.

Also spent time as a player in USFL, CFL, AFL, and in the NFL during the 1987 players strike.

http://www.chicagorush.com/roster_View.asp?ID=6&Unit=Coach

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Hohensee

calminnfan

01-15-2009, 02:14 PM

truly hate to bring this up again, but one of the advantages to posting articles is simply to discuss the articles themselves on the board!

denguegopher

01-15-2009, 02:48 PM

Schnoodler

01-15-2009, 03:23 PM

This just occurred to me while jogging today --- Tim Davis. I know its way out of the box, but could we hear Brewster say, "We have searched the entire country for our next OC and the best candidate was sitting right under our noses,"? OK its a crazy thought and I was in oxygen debt when I had the thought.

Many speculated that the original plan was to have Davis be the OC from the onset of his hiring. Obviously that has not come to pass, but I don't think it's an outlandish thought.

DCGopher

01-15-2009, 03:43 PM

It looks like his entire coaching career has been in the Arena League (1989-present, with a few missing years in between). Head coach of Chicago Rush since '01, and head coach of four other AFL teams prior.

Also spent time as a player in USFL, CFL, AFL, and in the NFL during the 1987 players strike.

http://www.chicagorush.com/roster_View.asp?ID=6&Unit=Coach

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Hohensee

Thanks GopherBeef! He has shown he is happy being in the upper midwest for an extended period of time so it doesn't look like he will dart to warmer places. If you look at his record he has been a consistent winner and has had one of the better offenses and defenses year after year in the league. Also his team's records have progressively gotten better too.

http://www.arenafan.com/history/?page=yearly&league=1&fpage=standings&year=2008

(You can change the year near the top of the records)

My vote is yes!

FiveStarFan

01-15-2009, 03:55 PM

no chance on Hohensee. Check out the Gunter Brewer thread

station19

01-15-2009, 04:01 PM

Does Hohensee get the strib delivered or does he read it online?
I'm dying to find out

Great Plains Gopher

01-15-2009, 04:30 PM

I'm 400 miles away, too - and appreciate newslinks and references to TC media.

Plinnius

01-15-2009, 04:59 PM

i don't know much about this guy (except that he was a QB at u of m i think), but what experience does he have besides arena league? would his experience coaching in AL allow him to bring anything unusual to the big ten? or would it be a hindrance?

The differences between the AFL and college games (http://userpages.bright.net/~beeryde/ref/aflnfl/index.html) are so vast that I think it would be a hindrance.