
After successfully revitalizing Geno Smith’s career, Shane Waldron was understandably one of the hottest offensive coordinators on the NFL coaching market. With Waldron at the helm, the Seattle Seahawks were No. 7, No. 11, and No. 13 in DVOA offensive efficiency in each of the last three seasons, respectively. Convincing him to coach for any team likely meant giving him a full blessing to do whatever he pleases with his personnel and his scheme.