Rumors are also swirling about Herm Edwards and his future with the Jets. A rumor surfaced prior to the Monday Night Football game that Edwards was being considered for the Chief's head coach position considering Dick Vermeil's imminent retirement.

This consideration should not be too surprising. Vermeil was Edwards long-time mentor and he got his start in the Chief's organization. Indeed, the Chiefs may see Edwards as the defensive kick they need, similar to Tony Dungee's effect on Indy.

Edwards held a press conference to dismiss the rumors--kind of. He said all his attention was devoted to the Jets and the season right now. But he also left open what could happen in the future.

Rumor also has it that Edwards is looking for a contract extension. He has two years left on his deal now. Of course, if Woody Johnson decides to go in a different direction, the Chiefs would probably have to surrender a high draft pick for Edwards.

This situation is hard to read. Johnson has previously been very supportive of Edwards, but Edwards homespun style of coaching is frustrating to fans. Edwards often seems lost in routine situations. Surrounded by good coordinators he seems capable. If one of the coordinators is not working out, he seems like he's going down with the ship.

To complicate matters, there's no obvious person that comes to mind to replace him. Unless the Jets promote from within--and you can make a compelling case for Donnie Henderson--there really is no head coaching prospect out there right now.

Time will tell. I don't think Edwards has done anything to show he deserves a contract extension. I could see Johnson putting Herm to the test next year.

- posted by Base10 @ 12:01 PM