I think they're just doing their due diligence. Baalke and Chip's football philosophies are strikingly different. I just can't see Baalke being too happy about his defense being gassed by the quick tempo of the offense. We don't even have the offensive line to run Chip's offense.
my dad is pumped up about the rams moving back to LA. i was born in the late 80's, so I don't really remember the rivalry. But, to quote his words, "it was **** the rams before it was **** the cowboys!"
unless he just goes off tomorrow and at the senior bowl, i expect he'll be there when we pick in the 2nd. he's already years ahead of paxton as far as being pro-ready. the offense they run at NDSU is a pro-style offense. they have him take snaps from under center, reading the field/coverage, pre-snap adjustments, and making NFL throws with accuracy, anticipation and touch. the hype is picking up, tho, so he could rise quick.
i only have 3 knocks:
-he plays at NDSU(which, personally, IDGAF about)
-his footwork during throws can get a little uncoordinated at times(ie not finishing throws by stepping into them), but a coach like Hue can fix this
-sometimes he tends stare down his receiver. definitely can't do that in the NFL, or they will eat you alive.
the guy can make every single NFL throw. he's got a lot to like: big arm, quick release, stands tall in the pocket, consistently makes the right decisions based on the defense in front of him, captain of his team, well-liked guy, etc.
whoever we get, we have to give him time. its going to take years to build up his program. the only thing you ask for is that we're competitive throughout the process.
harbaugh's situation was an anomoly. we landed an elite head coach with a loaded roster. baalke put the cherry on top with guys like donte hitner, jonathan goodwin, carlos rogers, and aldon smith. it's not going to be that easy this time, especially with a total overhaul of the offense.
only suggestion i have for hue: don't hitch your wagon to kap.
btw i really hope we dont switch to a 4-3. although lynchmobb and ian williams would look in good in a 4-3, the rest of our personnel does not fit that scheme. we don't have the LBs, 3-tech, and arik armstead would have no position. we should stick with the 3-4.