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Big Cat Country Q&A: Was Doug Marrone held back by his old boss?

Let’s answer some questions after a disappointing Jacksonville Jaguars loss at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons.

(Merry Christmas Eve, everybody!)

Sam from Orange Park, FL

Q: I’ve got a crazy idea. Instead of Shad Khan deciding whether to keep Doug Marrone, he fires Dave Caldwell, hires a new general manager or team president, and lets that person decide on the coach.

A: You’re still firing Doug Marrone at that point though because historically, general managers, team presidents, and anyone else who makes head coaching decisions want to bring in their guy.