American Football Association: The New Experience

[Jobber Doink]

(fun fact, someone from my High school plays in the CFL)

Same here!

 

[Jobber Doink]

what about cfl coaches?

Hopefully your pick does better the Marc Trestman

 

[Bobby Barrows]

Hopefully your pick does better the Marc Trestman

The apex of CFL coaches becoming NFL coaches will always be Bud Grant tbh.

Only head coach to win both CFL and NFL Championships and Coach of the Year in both.

He's also an NBA Champion too.

Bud Grant is a fucking interesting guy.

 

[Jobber Doink]

The apex of CFL coaches becoming NFL coaches will always be Bud Grant tbh.

Only head coach to win both CFL and NFL Championships and Coach of the Year in both.

He's also an NBA Champion too.

Bud Grant is a fucking interesting guy.

Yeah 4 Grey Cups, and 1 NFl Championship, though that was back when the skill level wasn't to wildly different, being able to adapt to the rules so well and quick, only took him what, 2 years to win the championship? Is pretty damn impressive.

Also just remembered, there's a guy in the NFL from my high school as well lol. CRAZY!

 

[Hidden Blaze]

Yeah 4 Grey Cups, and 1 NFl Championship, though that was back when the skill level wasn't to wildly different, being able to adapt to the rules so well and quick, only took him what, 2 years to win the championship? Is pretty damn impressive.

Also just remembered, there's a guy in the NFL from my high school as well lol. CRAZY!

Same. Kareem Jackson.

 

[Canadian Dragon]

sent

 

[Jobber Doink]

Same. Kareem Jackson.

Chubba Huddard for me, was super surprised to find that out.

 

[Death By Looch]

I don't even know about coaches

Hopefully, if I get my #1 Head Coach pick, he's able to finally overcome his post-season curse

 

[Bobby Barrows]

I have to say, absolutely love the choices being requested here, and can't wait to do the reveal.

 

[Bobby Barrows]

Head Coach Profiles

[BGCOLOR=rgb(0, 100, 0)]Albuquerque Vipers[/BGCOLOR]
@Loochferatu
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Marvin Lewis The ABQ Vipers have officially selected Marvin Lewis to act as their first head coach in franchise history. Lewis, 63 years old, is perhaps best known as the long-time Cininnati Bengals head coach from 2003 until his release in 2018. During his time with Cincinnati, he posted a record of 131-122-5. Vipers owner Wayne Looch felt he was a perfect match for the team and would help bring some legitimacy to the league as an accomplished head coach of 16 seasons. ​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(183, 65, 14)]Boise Bighorns[/BGCOLOR]
@Kiffy Pop
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Rex Ryan Donald Kif has announced that the first head coach for the Boise Bighorns will be former New York Jets and Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan. Ryan, a member of the famous Ryan coaching family (father Buddy, brother Rob), coached the New York Jets to two AFC Champion appearances while posting a career coaching record of 65-68. Kif mentioned that he would be given an opportunity to bring success to the franchise and that there was little doubt he wouldn't succeed.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(0, 0, 139)]Columbus Union[/BGCOLOR]
@Princess Beavie
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Jim Harbaugh The Columbus Union have announced in one of the most shocking moves by the AFA that long-time University of Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh would be the franchise's very first head coach. Harbaugh also has NFL experience as the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers during the early 2010s, which he coached to a Super Bowl. The brother of Ravens head coach John Harbaugh led a record of 56-22 with the Michigan Wolverines, as well as an NFL coaching record of 49-22-1.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(0, 35, 102)]Memphis Royale[/BGCOLOR]
@Doom Slayer
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Bill Cowher Legendary Hall of Fame coach Bill Cowher has announced today that he is unretiring and becoming the Memphis Royale's first head coach in franchise history. The Super Bowl winning coach led the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1992 until 2006. During that time he accumulated a record of 161-99-1. John Doom, the owner of the Royale, declared that Cowher was the only choice to bring legitimacy to the franchise and would help usher in an era of greatness for the new team.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(215, 85, 42)]Milwaukee Robins[/BGCOLOR]
@Grim Reaper
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P.J. Fleck The Milwaukee Robins have announced that they have signed Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck as their official first head coach in franchise history. Fleck, a rather new face on the head coaching scene, has been the coach of the Gophers since 2017. The 40-year old will be in his maiden voyage as a professional football head coach, but appears more than capable. His record in college was 61-43 with three Bowl victories to his name.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(165, 0, 33)]Montgomery Blazers[/BGCOLOR]
@Charles Lee Blaze
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Joe Gibbs and Kirby Smart The Montgomery Blazers have announced a dual coaching group for the franchise, a unique concept for the team. Legendary Hall of Fame coach Joe Gibbs will serve as Senior Head Coach for the team while Kirby Smart, the head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs, will serve as Junior Head Coach. Joe Gibbs, NASCAR car owner and long-time Washington Redskins head coach, won three separate Super Bowls with the team and ended his career with a record of 171-101. Brandon Blaze opted to sign the 80-year old due to his NASCAR connection and great record. Kirby Smart joined the franchise after being the head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs since 2016, garnering a record of 59-14 with 4 Bowl wins. Although a "Junior" Head Coach in name, it is understood that Smart will be responsible for day-to-day coaching of the team while Gibbs serves as a motivator and tactician.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(197, 32, 50)]Portland Oxen[/BGCOLOR]
@Jeffrey Dahmer
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Jim Popp & Warren Moon The Portland Oxen have announced that long-time CFL legend and Canadian Football Hall of Fame coach/manager has been signed as the Oxen's first head coach and General Manager. Popp led the Toronto Argonauts as both head coach and GM in some capacity between 2006-2019 and won five Grey Cup championships. Jeffrey Driver was adamant about bringing in Canadian talents for the franchise to bring a unique perspective, and Popp was the best choice available. Hall of Fame Quarterback Warren Moon was also signed on as Assistant Head Coach of the Oxen, serving under Popp in his first coaching job in his career. Moon spent six seasons in the CFL before becoming a legendary quarterback in the NFL with the Houston Oilers and later the Minnesota Vikings.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(128, 0, 128)]Orlando Sunshine[/BGCOLOR]
@Suplexorcist
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Stephen Belichick The Orlando Sunshine have shockingly announced the hiring of Stephen Belichick as the head coach of the franchise. Belichick, son of NFL's legendary Bill Belichick, had been the New England Patriots assistant coach in some capacity since 2012. Brandon Strong iterated that it was with Bill's blessing that this signing was allowed to take place. It will be Stephen's first major coaching job in his career, at the age of 34.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(44, 130, 201)]Salt Lake Legionnaires[/BGCOLOR]
@Sanguinello
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Mark Stoops The Salt Lake Legionnaires have signed University of Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops as their first head coach in franchise history. Stoops, 54, has been the head coach of the Wildcats since 2013. During that time, he's garnered a record of 55-51 with 3 Bowl wins. Katie Sanguinello felt that Stoops would be an excellent leader for the franchise and would make a winner of the team.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(220, 20, 60)]San Antonio [/BGCOLOR][BGCOLOR=rgb(220, 20, 60)]Banditos[/BGCOLOR]
@Chris
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Charlie Strong The San Antonio Banditos have selected Jacksonville Jaguars assistant coach Charlie Strong to serve as the first head coach of the AFA franchise. Day has a long and arduous history as an NCAA Head Coach, serving three different programs and garnering a record of 74-53. Christopher Cunningham, owner of the Banditos, stated that he was hoping to get Strong once he started the team, mentioning that there was nobody else he wanted. It'll be interesting to see how Strong, 61, transitions to a professional level.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(0, 0, 128)]San Diego Midway[/BGCOLOR]
@Jimmy King
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John Madden The San Diego Midway shocked the world by announcing that Hall of Fame head coach, legendary broadcaster, and namesake of the NFL's video game franchise, John Madden, would unretire for the first time in 43 years to become the head coach of the franchise. Madden, 85, mentioned he felt strong and healthy even at his age, and wanted to experience the fever of football one more time. Madden led the Oakland Raiders from 1969 until 1978, winning a Super Bowl and earning a record of 112-39-7. Owner Jimmy King said it was a surprise to him as well, and still can't believe this extraordinary happening. The move is said to be bringing major eyeballs to the league as well.​

[BGCOLOR=rgb(0, 0, 205)]St. Louis Grapplers[/BGCOLOR]
@Jobber Doink
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Lincoln Riley The St. Louis Grapplers have announced that Oklahoma Sooners head coach Lincoln Riley has been selected to serve as the new leader of the franchise. Riley, 38, coached the Sooners since 2017, leading them to a 53-8 record and one Bowl victory. Grapplers owner James Doink felt that Riley was young and experienced enough to bring vigor to the new franchise and make it an excellent team for the league.​

 

[Death By Looch]

Oh damn, that John Madden pick

You were right, Grim. Amazing picks all around.

 

[Hidden Blaze]

Shit is about to get REAL!!!

 

[Bobby Barrows]

May 2021
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Hall of Famer Peyton Manning To Serve as AFA Commissioner More news coming out of the American Football Association as the league has officially announced that legendary quarterback and all-time great Peyton Manning will be serving as the AFA's official Commissioner. The reveal comes as a shock to many members of the sports world, who did not expect a prominent member of the NFL's esteemed family to work for another league. The head of the AFA's Board of Owners (an entity led by the franchise owners within the AFA), headed by Milwaukee Robins owner Scott Anderson, stated in an official presser that the league was excited to bring legitimacy to the league and that Peyton Manning was among the most respected members in football history. Manning himself was excited to serve as the representative of the American Football Association and stated he would do everything in his power to see the league succeed; this included broadcasting rights, sponsorships, and venue privileges. More and more people are beginning to talk of the AFA as not just "another minor league", but as a second-tier league to the NFL, and this signing only brings more prestige to the league.​

 

[Jobber Doink]

Aww Yeah them picks!

John Madden gonna run the ball down our throats!

 

[Jobber Doink]

Also @Suplexorcist gonna be kicking our asses with his coach doing this on the sideline