Norm Update

[beaverdaleguy]

Not back until Indiana at earliest....

NORM UPDATE: The Hawkeyes hoped to get Norm Parker back in time to coach against Michigan State, but it appears as if Iowa will have to wait another week for the return of its defensive coordinator. Parker, 69, has missed the Hawkeyes’ last five games while dealing with diabetes-related complications that resulted in the amputation of his right foot.
The Hawkeyes hoped Parker could be back for next week’s game against Michigan State, but Ferentz said Parker still is in a rehabilitation center and the Nov. 6 trip to Indiana is a more likely target date.
“Norm, has always had a battle with (diabetes),â€￾ said Wisconsin coach Bret Bielema, who worked for three seasons under Parker on the Iowa staff. “He was on insulin shots back then. He’s got an amazing sense of humor, no matter what the situation. I just wish him the best. And whenever he’s back out there, it will be a better thing for everybody.
-Hawk Central, Oct 19th 2010

 

[H8IAST8]

It seems odd that he would come back for a road game...I don't think he is back untill OSU.

 

[edr247]

That's too bad, but the defense hasn't completely fallen apart or anything. We held it together against Dernard, though we did have those two crap drives that allowed the Wolverines to get back in the game. Yes, I know Forcier came in and all that, but still.

Point is, I think with coaches who've been together for at a minimum some 5 years or something (with many being with the team all 12 years of KF's tenure), we'll figure it out. The guys we have on defense aren't exactly idiots either.

Plus, while it's not likely, I wouldn't be surprised if Norm is contacting the team with his own ideas or suggestions.

Where we will miss Norm, IMO, is around the time we're making adjustments to the game plan.

Anyway, hope he gets well and is at least on hand to watch the Hawks. If he feels like he's up to it, and he wants to coach, then great! Otherwise I just want to see him get better.

 

[bws258]

I agree ... why take it on the road if you can't get across the street the week before