Opinion: History shows Dolphins have shot vs. Pats Dec 21, 2007
At one point, Young was literally crawling around on the ground and head coach George Seifert removed him in favor of a young Elvis Grbac. That move incensed Young and served as a rallying point for a team and a group of fans that finally accepted the quarterback as a worthy successor to Joe Montana. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Raiders coach Kiffin tries to balance winning with playing for future Dec 20, 2007
" Other than a blowout loss two weeks ago in Green Bay, Oakland has been competitive in nearly every game this season. Cooper compared the progress under Kiffin to what he went through in Carolina earlier this decade. The Panthers went 1-15 under George Seifert in 2001, before John Fox came in and turned things around in a 7-9 campaign the following season. A year later, Carolina went to the Super Bowl. "The games are lost by one or two plays now as opposed to last year when they were lost at... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
With Navy, Poinsettia Bowl has recipe for a lot of points Dec 20, 2007
Football alumni: Jamal Anderson, Scott Mitchell, George Seifert, Alex Smith, Steve Smith, Bob Trumpy, Eric Weddle. Notable graduates: Sen. (North County Times)
Tough act to follow Dec 13, 2007
The New York Jets' Weeb Eubank (Washington University), San Francisco's Bill Walsh (Stanford) and George Seifert (Westminster, Cornell), Dallas' Jimmy Johnson (Oklahoma State, Miami) and St. Louis' Dick Vermeil (UCLA). Olin Buchanan is the senior college football writer for Rivals. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Still-recovering Seymour is able to do his share for Patriots Dec 12, 2007
In winning his 100th game as Patriots coach Sunday, Bill Belichick became the fourth-fastest to reach that mark with one team (139 games), with only San Francisco's George Seifert (132), Oakland's John Madden (137), and Miami's Don Shula (137) getting there quicker. Extra points. (Boston Globe)
Pelini named new Nebraska head coach Dec 3, 2007
Pelini broke into the NFL in 1994 as assistant secondary coach for head coach George Seifert and the 49ers. Originally hired as a scouting assistant, Pelini was quickly promoted to defensive backs coach in the spring of 1994. (Nebraska Sports -- Rivals.com)
Think tank is under fire Dec 2, 2007
Back in 2002, when the Panthers were looking for a successor for George Seifert, Hurney and team president Mark Richardson were heading the search. Dungy, who had just been fired by Tampa Bay, soon would be hired by Indianapolis. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Fall for Panthers leaves Fox's future uncertain Nov 28, 2007
Sunday's horrific 31-6 home loss to New Orleans was eerily similar to the end of the George Seifert era in 2001. There was awful quarterback play, mental errors and signs the Panthers have stopped playing for their coach. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Reeling Panthers at a loss Nov 28, 2007
Sunday's horrific 31-6 home loss to the New Orleans Saints was eerily similar to the end of the George Seifert era in 2001 -- awful quarterback play, mental errors and signs the Panthers had stopped playing for their coach. Things happen quickly in the NFL, and Fox and general manager Marty Hurney have gone from highly regarded to among those with uncertain futures after a series of bad personnel moves and uninspired play. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Dark days return for Panthers Nov 26, 2007
Shades of George Seifert and 2001. It's at least approaching that with the Panthers on their longest losing streak since a six-game slide in 2004 and few tangible signs of hope. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bell: Ten questions to ponder as NFL churns toward playoffs Nov 24, 2007
e. then-coach George Seifert) when the team started 2-4 in 1991, but it's interesting to note that coach Mike Nolan just brought in Ted Tollner as an offensive consultant while first-year offensive coordinator Jeff Hostler struggles with the league's worst offense. With the 49ers, of all teams. (USA Today -- Sports)
Friday Press Conference Notes Nov 18, 2007
Anytime we play San Francisco, I always go to the history of the 49ers with (Jerry) Rice and (John) Taylor and (Joe) Montana and (Ronnie) Lott and all those guys defensively, even the late, great and what he did for the 49er organization, George Seifert and those guys, Steve Young the list goes on and on of great players theyve had. I always retrace the history. (GridIronGateway.com)
Chargers in need of a jolt Nov 18, 2007
"Etc.Shades of Steel CurtainWhile Ben Roethlisberger has enjoyed a remarkable bounce-back season in completing 66.1 percent of his passes with 22 touchdowns and just seven interceptions - the offense is on pace to score the most points in team history - don't overlook defense as a major reason for the Steelers' impressive 7-2 start. The Steelers enter today's road game against the Jets with the league's top-ranked defense, allowing only 229.4 yards and just 14 points per game. The "D" leads the... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Walsh to be honored in Glendale Nov 1, 2007
A number of his assistant coaches, including George Seifert, Mike Holmgren, Mike Shanahan and Dennis Green, went on to head coaching jobs in the NFL.. Off the field, Walsh assisted the league with a number of initiatives, from improving opportunities for minorities in coaching and the front office to helping shape executive training and international development programs. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Nolan talks himself into tight corner Oct 31, 2007
If George Seifert could pull an in-his-prime Steve Young from a nasty rout and ignore the angry protest on the sideline, Nolan could have handled any rage from Smith. What did he think, the doctors were going to start screaming, "We said, 'Keep him in' ". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Hot Seat Cooling Oct 28, 2007
" Gruden doesn't have a playing career to fall back on like Del Rio - not unless you count his days as a backup quarterback at the University of Dayton, which no one does. What does count were the years he spent paying his dues, running errands and working as an assistant for George Seifert, Paul Hackett and Mike Holmgren, all of them direct descendants of Bill Walsh, the father of the West Coast offense. More than anything, those experiences have molded Gruden into the coach he is today. "He's... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Ira Miller: Stats that matter to NFL coaches Oct 19, 2007
So Holmgren went to George Seifert, Walsh's successor, and they agreed to remove the play from the playbook. As it turned out, Montana had his best season in 1989. (ESPN -- Football News)
Mailbag: Effect of GM change? Oct 16, 2007
The same kind of wonder was present when legendary NFL coach Bill Walsh left the 49ers after the 1989 Super Bowl and gave his right-hand man George Seifert the head coaching duties. Walsh's fingerprints were on those two Super Bowl champion teams coached by Seifert. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Beason might be new Morgan Oct 11, 2007
Or do they play Morgan outside, as George Seifert thought it best to do when he coached him one year. It's not that playing weakside kept Morgan safer -- that's where he was when Brett Favre stiff-armed him, breaking his ankle and starting the whole chain of injuries. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
With Schaub solidly in place, Texans a two-bit team no more Sep 21, 2007
Kubiak says he picked up that habit as an assistant under George Seifert in San Francisco and Mike Shanahan in Denver. "You've got to be able to look at each other and be able to say, 'I'm doing my job, or I've got to do it better,' " Kubiak says. (USA Today -- Sports)
NFL coaches strive for secrecy, keep game plans close to vest Sep 19, 2007
" Still, Holmgren knows his paranoia is nowhere near that of George Seifert, his former boss with the 49ers. During the early 1990s, a jogger was once checked out by police on a bridge that overlooked the 49ers practice field. Apparently the man stopped to tie his shoe. "George, you could put him over there" in terms of paranoia about spying, Holmgren said, extending an arm, "and the rest of us are over here. " The idea that some team's practices could be ripe for spying isn't far-fetched, given... (USA Today -- Sports)
THE FISHING REPORT Sep 13, 2007
A guy named George Seifert and a really famous guy named Jonah Li were said to have fished albacore on Tuesday from the former coach's boat. Story goes they weren't catching much, heard about a bite, ran to it, and landed three albacore. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Notebook 49ersNolan sees progress when he looks at team's bench Aug 17, 2007
" For now, though, Nolan is hanging on to his backups because for the first time, they are giving the 49ers a legitimate pool of talent. If not yet deep enough to handle a 10-meter platform dive, San Francisco's pool of talent is at least deep enough for a 1-meter springboard. That became evident when Nolan revealed a little of his plan for Saturday night's exhibition game against the Raiders at Candlestick. While his offensive and defensive first units will be on the field for the game's first... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Nancy Gay On the NFL Remembering Bill WalshA fond farewellMemories of a 'man who cared' for people Aug 10, 2007
I truly do," exclaimed former 49ers wide receiver Freddie Solomon, who was one of countless Walsh charges to feel the exact same way. Solomon - overwhelmed by the gathering of familiar faces before him - was absolutely jubilant. He hugged everyone's neck. So did a cavalcade of 49ers and NFL greats: Eddie DeBartolo, Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Ronnie Lott, Dwight Clark, Steve Young, Roger Craig, Keena Turner, Guy McIntyre, Harris Barton, Steve Wallace, Jesse Sapolu, Jamie Williams, Merton Hanks,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Memories of a 'man who cared about people' Aug 10, 2007
Dick Vermeil, George Seifert, Pete Carroll, Ray Rhodes and Dennis Green. Russ Francis, in a Hawaiian shirt. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Thousands of 49ers fans expected at Monster Park today for public farewell for Bill Walsh Aug 10, 2007
George Seifert, Mike Holmgren, Dennis Green, Ray Rhodes and Pete Carroll were in attendance. Current 49ers coach Mike Nolan read a passage of scripture. (KRNV.com, NV)
NFL Notebook: Saints to give Palko expanded role tonight Aug 10, 2007
Prominent coaches who trace their success to a job under Walsh attended the service, including George Seifert, Mike Holmgren, Dennis Green, Ray Rhodes and Pete Carroll, along with Walsh's former peers and friends, such as Don Shula, Dick Vermeil and John Madden. The league announced it will switch this season to high definition technology for its officials to use to review plays on the field. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Indians gear up for football for first time in three years Aug 9, 2007
"Like (former Panthers coach George Seifert) said, 'I don't care how big you are, I just want you to run all day.'"I've got those kinds of kids. We are where we are today because of Miller stepping up and saying, 'Hey, let's have a football team. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Walsh made impact with his defense in 1981 Aug 4, 2007
Yet, there it was: Lott and Wright at the corners, Williamson at strong safety alongside Hicks, all under the tutelage of a secondary coach by the name of George Seifert. The ninth game of the season, at Pittsburgh, sent shock waves throughout the league. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Hall of Fame coach Bill Walsh, who won three Super Bowls with the 49ers, dead at 75 Aug 2, 2007
Walsh twice served as the 49ers' general manager, and George Seifert led San Francisco to two more Super Bowl titles after Walsh left the sideline. Walsh also coached Stanford during two terms over five seasons. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
"The Genius" passes away Aug 1, 2007
Walsh also brought Steve Young to the 49ers, and he eventually supplanted Montana and won a Super Bowl under George Seifert. Walsh's unique practice regimen also was initially considered controversial but was adopted by many teams. (Newsday -- Sports)
TOP OF THE LINE Aug 1, 2007
" Walsh's many coaching charges would reap fruit from their head coach, scripting championship teams and developing Pro Bowl players. They, in turn, spread the bounty far and wide. -- Holmgren, whom Walsh hired in 1986 as the quarterbacks coach and eventually became the offensive coordinator, turned out no fewer than five current or former NFL head coaches under his watch in Green Bay and Seattle: Mike Sherman, Andy Reid, Steve Mariucci, Marty Mornhinweg and Brad Childress. -- Green first joined... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bill Walsh, at 75; 49ers coach won three Super Bowls, transformed football Jul 31, 2007
Such players led the club to two more titles under his successor, George Seifert. After the 1988 season, Coach Walsh left the 49ers' sideline but returned to the front office after a stint as a broadcaster and as a coach at Stanford a second time for three seasons. (Boston Globe)
Opinion: Walsh's genius everywhere in todays game Jul 31, 2007
Opinion: Walsh's genius everywhere in todays game - NFL - MSNBC.com. Walsh's genius everywhere in todays game. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Stewart, Others Remember Walsh Jul 31, 2007
Of course, former Vikings head coach and offensive coordinator Brian Billick, now the Ravens head coach, are part of that tree, which includes former coaches George Seifert, Sam Wyche, Ray Rhodes and Bruce Coslet, as well as current coaches Andy Reid, Gary Kubiak, Jon Gruden and Jeff Fisher. He influenced everybody associated with football, Stewart said, comparing Walsh to the likes of Knute Rockne and Vince Lombardi. (VikingUpdate.com)
Bill Walsh, architect of West Coast Offense, dies Jul 31, 2007
Your Connection to the. " Walsh left the 49ers with a profound case of burnout after his third Super Bowl victory in January 1989, though he later regretted not coaching longer. He spent three years as a broadcaster with NBC before returning to Stanford for three seasons. He then took charge of the 49ers' front office in 1999, helping to rebuild the roster over three seasons. But Walsh gradually cut ties with the 49ers after his hand-picked successor as GM, Terry Donahue, took over in 2001.... (Athens Banner-Herald)
A Legendary Loss Jul 31, 2007
" Walsh twice served as the 49ers' GM, and George Seifert led San Francisco to two more Super Bowl titles after Walsh left the sideline. Walsh also coached Stanford during two terms over five seasons. The Walsh Coaching Tree Even a short list of Walsh's adherents is stunning. Seifert, Mike Holmgren, Dennis Green, Sam Wyche, Ray Rhodes and Bruce Coslet all became NFL head coaches after serving on Walsh's San Francisco staffs, and Tony Dungy played for him. Most of his former assistants passed on... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Obituary: Bill Walsh / Innovative coach who led 49ers to victory in 3 Super Bowls in 1980s Jul 31, 2007
Mr. Walsh twice served as the 49ers' general manager, and George Seifert led the team to two more Super Bowl titles after Mr. Walsh left the sideline. Even a short list of Mr. Walsh's adherents is stunning. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Bill Walsh, 75; legendary 49ers coach reshaped football Jul 31, 2007
George Seifert, Walsh's defensive coordinator, who retained the same offensive system after Walsh retired, led the 49ers to two more Super Bowl victories after the 1989 and 1994 seasons. John Madden, the Hall of Fame coach and longtime NFL broadcaster and analyst, said Monday that "Bill's legacy is going to be that he changed offense. Offense before Bill Walsh was run, run defense, establish the run. Run on first down, run on second down, and if that doesn't work, pass on third down. Bill Walsh... (Los Angeles Times)
SI's March interview with the Hall of Famer Jul 31, 2007
Under Walsh's coaching successor, George Seifert, the Niners would win their fourth Super Bowl the following year, go to three more NFC title games in the next four years, and win their fifth Super Bowl in January '95. Had Walsh remained as coach, with future Hall of Fame quarterbacks Joe Montana and Steve Young running his avant-garde offense, the man who had been dubbed the Genius knows he could have won four, five, maybe even six Super Bowls. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Legendary 49ers coach dies of leukemia at 75 Jul 31, 2007
"That's a coach. That's the ultimate talent anyone could have. I said in my Hall of Fame speech that he was the most important person in football in the last 25 years, and I don't think there's any debate about that." Walsh twice served as the 49ers' general manager, and coach George Seifert led San Francisco to two more Super Bowl titles after Walsh left the sideline. Walsh also coached Stanford during two terms over five seasons. (Deseret News)
Best Game Ever Jul 20, 2007
I'd just arrived at Sports Illustrated in the summer of 1989, hired to write the weekly "Inside the NFL'' column, and I was still learning the ropes. In those days, I often wrote the column before Sunday's games on something topical around the league, then tinkered with it based on the outcome of some game or other. Week 3 was one of those weeks. I finished the column late Friday, then drove to Philadelphia for the 49ers-Eagles game. The then managing editor, Mark Mulvoy, wanted me to write at... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Changing of the guard not a problem for veterans Jun 14, 2007
"For the biggest part of the last 10 seasons, Minter's been the guy doing that. He grew into his role quickly and has shepherded the defense through a pair of transitions. He's the only guy on the stop-side to have played for Dom Capers, and one of just four to play for George Seifert (Mike Rucker, Dan Morgan and Kris Jenkins). He's also been one of the team's biggest ambassadors in the community.So when he wasn't invited to the recent meeting, some wondered what it said about his standing in... (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
How 49ers attack the draftMcCloughan, Nolan have pored over possibilities Apr 27, 2007
" The team will even hire a private investigator if there are lingering questions. Players with dubious character are still placed on the team's draft board, but their evaluation number is turned upside down, meaning they're off limits. Once the grades are established by scouts, coaches are brought in for two sets of marathon meetings. Coaches study prospects for six weeks and then square their evaluations with the scouting department. The 49ers do it once in the offseason and then have a final... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
NFL DRAFTOn the O-line, 49ers recognize 'big' need Apr 25, 2007
NFL DRAFT / On the O-line, 49ers recognize 'big' need. " With the 49ers yielding more points than any other team in the NFL last season, defense is the big need for San Francisco this weekend in the NFL draft, a fact Nolan acknowledges. But the offensive line might not be far behind, even though the team is returning all five starters to an offense that helped Frank Gore set a 49ers record with 1,695 rushing yards. Nevertheless, the team would like the line to get bigger and pass protect better,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
By bypassing free agency, draft extremely important for Panthers Apr 24, 2007
While Fox has been credited with turning around the Panthers after the 1-15 season that got George Seifert fired in 2001, Seifert was responsible for the Panthers' last blockbuster draft. In 2001, the Panthers got Smith, Morgan, Jenkins, quarterback Chris Weinke and special teamer Jarrod Cooper. (The Ledger)
One on One: Carl Peterson- Part 2 of 5 Mar 17, 2007
I am out interviewing George Seifert and I had interviewed a couple of other guys and I get a call from Marty and he says, Carl - you might not believe this but I just got fired by Art Modell. I just want to tell you something: I want to stay in the NFL as a head coach. (WarPaintIllustrated.com)
Bill Walsh, the top football mind of his era, comes to terms with his legacy. Mar 8, 2007
Under Walsh's coaching successor, George Seifert, the Niners would win their fourth Super Bowl the following year, go to three more NFC title games in the next four years, and win their fifth Super Bowl in January '95. Had Walsh remained as coach, with future Hall of Fame quarterbacks Joe Montana and Steve Young running his avant-garde offense, the man who had been dubbed the Genius knows he could have won four, five, maybe even six Super Bowls. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Panthers release Weinke Mar 7, 2007
Then-coach George Seifert wanted to start Jeff Lewis in 2001, but he was so bad in the preseason Weinke got his shot. Starting 15 games, Weinke threw for 2,931 yards, the second-most in NFL history for rookies and trailing only Peyton Manning of Indianapolis. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
49ers have to re-coordinate their efforts again Feb 21, 2007
He established a level of credibility. The next person to come in has a good foundation to work with. (San Francisco Chronicle)
49ers have to re-coordinate their efforts againTurner hired as Chargers coach Feb 20, 2007
49ers have to re-coordinate their efforts again / Turner hired as Chargers coach. He established a level of credibility. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Cowher's move Feb 16, 2007
On the flip side, Bill Parcells and Bill Walsh on NBC, George Seifert on CBS and Marty Schottenheimer on ESPN were less-than-memorable while wearing pancake makeup between coaching jobs. Cowher, 49, said Thursday that he'll stay a "minimum" of two years at CBS, partly because his youngest daughter has two years left in high school in Raleigh, N.C., where Cowher lives. (USA Today -- Sports)
They gambled on a coach Feb 15, 2007
George Seifert, 14-2 (1989). Pete McCulley, 1-8 (1978); Bill Walsh, 2-14 (1979). (USA Today -- Sports)
The Road to Super Bowl XLI Feb 3, 2007
4 Chuck Noll, Pittsburgh, 1975, 1976, 1979, 19803 Joe Gibbs, Washington, 1983, 1988, 19923 Bill Walsh, San Francisco, 1982, 1985, 19893 Bill Belichick, New England, 2002, 2004, 20052 Mike Shanahan, Denver, 1998, 19992 George Seifert, San Francisco, 1990, 19952 Jimmy Johnson, Dallas, 1993, 19942 Bill Parcells, N.Y. Giants, 1987, 19912 Tom Flores, Raiders, 1981, 19842 Tom Landry, Dallas, 1972, 19782 Don Shula, Miami, 1973, 19742 Vince Lombardi, Green Bay, 1967, 1968. SUPER BOWL RECORDS. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Super Bowl factoids and trivia Jan 30, 2007
Don McCafferty Baltimore Colts, V , Red Miller Denver, XII , George Seifert San Francisco, XXIII , and Jon Gruden and Bill Callahan, XXXVII. 5. (NFL.com)
The Big Tuna entry smells fishy Jan 26, 2007
So did the 49ers' George Seifert. They never get a Hall sniff. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
All-Super Bowl team Jan 25, 2007
George Seifert won the Super Bowl the following year with Walsh's team. OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR. (USA Today -- Sports)
Cook: Even Steelers need luck Jan 21, 2007
The San Francisco 49ers have struggled with Steve Mariucci, Dennis Erickson and Mike Nolan since winning their most recent Super Bowl under George Seifert. Are you getting an idea how dicey this coaching search stuff is. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Former FSU standout to become new RB coach Jan 16, 2007
During his 7-year NFL career he played for Bill Walsh, George Seifert and Mike Holmgren. Rick Ballou, who hosts a show from 12-3 p.m. on 1460 ESPN Radio in Jacksonville, contributed to this story. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
For Montana, Clark, leap into lore grows Jan 13, 2007
The 49ers did beat Cincinnati in the Super Bowl, the first of five NFL championships under Walsh and his successor, George Seifert. Montana ascended to the iconic atmosphere. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Did we take Cowher for granted? Dec 31, 2006
Super Bowl winners: Mike Ditka (15-33 at New Orleans); George Seifert (16-32 at Carolina); Tom Flores (14-34 at Seattle); Joe Gibbs (21-26 at Washington). If you're watching this afternoon, keep an eye on Cowher. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Jetsreach playoffs with one victory Dec 27, 2006
In 2002, John Fox took over as Carolinas coach a year after it went 1-15 under George Seifert and led the Panthers to a 7-9 record. A year later, the Panthers made it to the Super Bowl. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Carolina cashes in on NFC mishaps Nov 24, 2006
In 1999, George Seifert s first season as coach, Tshimanga Biakabutuka rushed for 123 yards and three touchdowns in the first quarter as the Panthers built a 21-0 lead. But for some reason Seifert replaced Biakabutuka with Fred Lane in the second quarter. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Turkey Day Game Star Nov 23, 2006
George Seifert (Poly, WR-OL-LB 1957): The Super Bowl winning coach for the 49ers wasn't an all-leaguer at Poly but earned a scholarship to Utah. He remembered his 1957 Turkey Day loss to Balboa, telling historians he just missed knocking away game-winning TD.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Halftime event sees Rice, Young connect again Nov 20, 2006
Although his No. 80 jersey was not retired at this time, Rice did officially retire Sunday as a 49er in a halftime ceremony at Candlestick that drew a slew of "formers,'' including owner Eddie DeBartolo, coaches Bill Walsh and George Seifert, executive Carmen Policy and various teammates from Rice's three Super Bowl teams in San Francisco. "I love you guys. Rice intoned from a platform in the middle of the field shared by his family, Walsh, Seifert, Policy, John and Denise York and 49ers Hall of... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
