So far I'm liking our coach, Lovie Smith of the Bears, although he still has a pretty short career as a head coach. He's got a very even temperament, but he's not soft on players. And he's bringing the team around.

For other teams, I really like Bill Belichick, Tony Dungy, Jeff Fisher, and Herm Edwards. They seem like they know what they're doing, but they aren't out to hog the spotlight.

Gruden is funny when he puts on his Chuckie face, but I don't think he's quite the boy genius he was painted at first. I think he was too hard on Chris Sims earlier this season. Young QBs have a steep learning curve. Now he can start ragging on the new kid.

Parcells, Cowers, and Shanahan annoy me. Parcells is too abrasive, Cowers is too loud, and Shanahan seems sneaky--and often has players who hit dirty.

And what's up with the Packers and their mania for coaches named Mike? (Holmgrem, Sheman, McCarthy)