The relationship between Quarterback coach and quarterback no doubt played some role in the decision, but it wasn't the only factor that Ti Cat head coach Marcel Bellefeuille considered when he looked over his short list of candidates for the offensive coordinator position.
The Cats no doubt hope to put that wealth of CFL experience that Jones brings to his position after nine campaigns in the CFL, on field performances that garnered him all star accolades and status as the leagues most outstanding player in 2001 when he played with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Point production will be the goal of the Jones offensive schemes, designed to deliver more than statistics but wins in the ledger as the season progresses. A remix of the offensive play book seems in the works as well, with a bit more of an emphasis on the run than last year, while taking advantage of Kevin Glenn's skills at scrambling as well as passing.
The Cats who recently lost defensive co-ordinator Greg Marshall, who took on the duties as head coach in Saskatchewan will continue on with the remake of the management lists, but the addition of Jones to the offensive rolodex is one that is being welcomed within the ranks, an indication that the path of last year wasn't one that was universally endorsed by those on the field.
It will be up to Jones to make sure that his blue print for 2011 is one that can be executed to success, as Ti Cat fans once again wonder if this is the year that their long lasting support finally brings them a chance to bring back the Grey Cup.
Hamilton Spectator-- Ti Cats hand ball to Khari Jones
Sun Newspapers-- Jones a quick study
National Post-- Ticats' Jones downplays potential QB controversy
Globe and Mail-- Tiger Cats name Khari Jones offensive co-ordinator
TSN- Former MVP Khari Jones named Ticats' offensive co-ordinator
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