IMO, he's boarding a ship without steerage. Pruitt will not measure up as Defensive Coordinator. If CNS passed him up two times for promotion, that says a lot. CNS has been brilliant in the way he has given players playing time over the last few years. It seems to be a blend of seniority, effort (workouts, practice), attitude, and ability to meet a need. Last year was by far the most revealing when CNS had 4 or 5 RBs rotating with the 1st team. It showed that he did not take these guys contribution to the team for granted. Brheringing on Kelly Johnson was another example. In other words, CNS promotes players and coaches when they are ready and qualified. Pruitt wasn't either.