Well, I can’t say that I am surprised. Norv is a likable guy, has previously coached at San Diego and is a great offensive mind. Do I think he can succeed in the short term? Probably. The Chargers are loaded with talent all over the field. He has adequate coaching on the defensive side of the ball to ensure that he can focus on offense. BUT. There’s always a but. I am still not sold on Norv Turner being a successful head coach. My feelings have been somewhat validated when some of his former players have went public with statements questioning his ability to motivate his players. Yeah, yeah. These guys makes tons of money and shouldn’t need any motivation. But I disagree. Every once in a while, even the best of us need a little kick in the butt. I think even though he has a talented team, he has a very young team. Let’s see. Take a look at the ages of the team leaders: LT(27), Philip Rivers(25), Antonio Gates(26), Shawne Merriman(22) and Shaun Phillips(25). What’s going to happen when they run into any form of adversity? Who are they going to turn to, McCardell? Neal? LT proved after the loss to the Patriots that he can crack. Can Norv motivate them to come together and look past this adversity? That remains to be seen.

Did AJ Smith miss the memo on the Dallas Cowboy’s hiring? Jerry “Better Win Now” Jones, bypassed Dallas’ beloved Norv Turner to hire Wade Phillips. Norv was a part of the last Dallas Dynasty and was backed by all of the triplets. Yet and still Jones hired someone else. I think this alone should raise a red flag before hiring Norv. Not to mention his pathetic results as a Head Coach. (OK, he gets a pass from the Oakland fiasco.)

Some people are just born to be excellent VPs and not have the “it” quality to be the President. Norv is a GREAT offensive coordinator. This is probably Norv’s last chance to be the main man. Hopefully it will work out, but if not, I am sure that Marty will be in front of some television with a smile on his face.