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[QUOTE="RF2044, post: 1145002, member: 40"]
The implement the system versus build it around the talent issue seems like a chicken v. egg debate.

Several years ago, Marrone made the decision to tailor the offense around the talent on hand, to give the team the best chance to win in the short-term. That meant running the ball a ton to capitalize on Delone Carter's capabilities, shortening the game, playing conservatively, etc. This approach enabled us to contend for .500 record [after years of abject futility], win a few games that we otherwise might not have, land us in a minor bowl, etc. Despite these low hanging fruit "wins," there were numerous posters who criticized the approach of tailoring the offense to the players' capabilities, instead suggesting that Marrone was selling out for the short term, and that it would be better to implement whatever the "true" offensive system was, so that the younger players could get immersed in it. Some even suggested that they'd be willing to accept short term setbacks in order to further the long term objective of having a better offense.

Fast forward to the new coaching staff. The OC has installed the new system, despite limited personnel and a lack of explosive playmakers... and they are getting criticized for not installing a customized offense tailored to the players' strengths.

Can't have it both ways. But not sure that there is a "right" answer.
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