Zen wrote:
Winkelman is backed into a corner.
Young progressive coach in manning didn’t work last season
A bouncy motivator like Jackson didn’t work
A grizzled old clogger like Alexander hasn’t worked.
He is running out of road and options:
I think he knows he has one path left and that is the path backwards, as there is no real path forwards anymore.
Robbo will be coming back I reckon.
You could point to a few reasons why each of those managers didn't succeed though. Not sure if any are valid reasons, but probably played a contributing factor -
Manning - Tried to change formation, reverting to 4 at he back and not using wing backs, after a highly successful season solely playing 3-4-3. Lost some key players. Had to managed a team devoid morale after missing out on auto's to the Championship
Jackson - Inexperienced manager coming in at the worst time possible. A team with no confidence and all players underperforming
Alexander - Failed due to his style of play and anti-football approach.