New article on Shula...Great Read

[panthers55]

i thought this was a really good video showing Shula's ability to communicate concepts in a clear and concise way. One of the things about the new coaching staff that I have noticed (primarily with interaction with media, obviously) is the emphasis on communication. the interview with Shula linked in the first post of this thread shows that Shula was most impressed with the communication between the various coaches, and his comfort level and history with Chudzinski. Rivera seems upfront and clear about priorities when he speaks at press conferences.

this is going to be very helpful for incorporating rookies and younger players into the system and getting everyone on the same page. seems like a good situation for a stable of young quarterbacks to start executing the offense as designed on a consistent basis. it's the kind of thing you want, and it could very well set up Newton and/or Clausen for much better development (as in more than zero) than has been seen with young QB's on the Panthers in the past few seasons.

THey were picked because they were ex-players and known for being good teachers. So as you say, communication is a key.