Approval Ratings: Jim Schwartz - July 2010

I think you should base it on political polls; namely the ones tracking presidential approval. That would mean using carefully constructed questions (Do you think of how Jim Schwartz is doing a good job) and a Likert scale type response (Strongly agree, agree, don’t know, disagree, strongly disagree). These are better than a grading scale (a-f) because people bring more preconceived notions to a grading scale (is B average or C?). Then you ask multiple questions about different people (Tom Lewand, For Sr.), different aspects of the game (running game, free agency, etc.)

Here is a link on writing a good question (important to reduce bias, but then again we are polling Lions fans abotu the Lions. No bias there.)

and not a letter grading poll. It is simple and gets to the point. And yes, Schwartz is doing an awesome job so far. He has a clear plan on how this team should be built. And he does not waiver from that plan. Schwartz and Mayhew are on the same page as far as the types of players they want. We have had one proven draft(2009). And with another draft that will prove to be successful by the end of the 2010 season. He seems to be able to “coach up” his players. Getting more from them that I thought was possible. Levy, Follett, Sammie Lee Hill, Stafford, Pettigrew, and Delmas. All did more last season than I could have imagined.

And who the hell voted no?

MAY THE SCHWARTZ BE WITH YOU

I think Schwartz is doing an awsome job as well, you’ll see the jump as for as record goes this year even w a tough schedule. I think letter grades would be the more complex way of this but most accurate way so i have to say A-F, you think we could add I for incomplete lol i use to get those from time to time in grade school.
    
              GO DETROIT…..

Jim Schwartz, Rex Ryan and Mike Singletary were the best coordinators on defense and ALL deserved head coaching job. Luckily we were smart enough to hire one. They are all doing very good jobs with there respective teams. Jim has alot less to work with though it will take sometime before we can call his job here in detroit succesful BUT I love what he is doing and have approved of almost every move they made up to this point. Jimmy is doing a great job with what he has and has 2 good coordinators behind him. The lions haven’t had a bright future in along time but I think the clouds are starting to break.

However I disagree with JCruize. I think the poll should have a non-binary ratings, not simply a “yes/no”. Would it be better to do a star rating system (5stars – 0stars) or similar to get the real pulse of POD? For example, I think if we start the year 0 – 5 we can see his average star rating drop from 5 to 3.2 or something like that. Anyway, just my opinion. Either way I like the approval rating thing.

I also echo Cruize on a positive note: Who the hell voted no??

behind those people who voted no. I really don’t see how someone could not approve of what he is doing unless they know something we don’t. Obviously the players respect the guy a ton and they all feel like he is going to be the one that’s going to be there when they are making the playoffs every year.

The results aren’t quite yet on the board, but the movements made within the organization seem impressive and I hope they will bear fruit for us. He has a real friendly, but firm attitude, plus, his obvious football knowledge is a huge positive. I also think he has shown the ability to lead this football team, the players seem to look up to him and listen, although we can’t say too much about that yet since the wins haven’t really been tumbling in. I’m very happy with his work so far, but things must improve and I expect him to make leaps and bounds this year.

P.S I think a more diverse system of grading would be nice.

I like his enthusiasm and fire, but the results so far haven’t been acceptable. I understand it takes time to turn things around, which is why I’m not yelling for a new coach yet.

But the unbridled positive emotions surrounding this guy just aren’t based on any kind of reality. They are all based on potential (a risky game to play).

Could he be a great coach? Sure. I think he can be. Will he be? Too soon to tell.

I remember there were at least 5 or 6 times last year when I couldn’t understand why certain strategies weren’t being explored, or why specific decisions were made. I’m no authority, but when a schmo like me wonder’s what’s going on, it’s not usually a good sign.

Bottom Line: I’m not trying to rain on anyone’s parade, but if you think 2-14 is “doing a good job”, I think you’re mistaken.

Somebody give some your reasoning for this. I am very curious to know. I get the unsure vote and the people whi explained their reasoning. But a no vote.