Q: I was happy to see the Bucs re-sign Kiffin.  He is clearly an asset to the organization and the community. The flip side, I fear, is losing Raheem Morris. I would have liked to have seen Kiffin re-up for another year (maybe two) while grooming Morris to be the new D-coordinator.  The job Morris has done cannot be overlooked. Prior to heading to Kansas State in 2006 the secondary was fine. In 2006 they were the Achilles’ heel of the defense. Upon returning this year they were again exceptional.  Surely this cannot be a coincidence. In 2006, many were questioning Phillips’ abilities. In 2007 (under Morris) he performed at a Pro Bowl level. Tanard Jackson not only started in the Tampa 2 (a rarity) but switched positions as well. I think the Bucs should do everything they can to keep Morris to be the next defensive coordinator and then head coach.  Your thoughts?—Alan Moore, Treasure Island

A: Your points on Morris are well taken. When a Ronde Barber lauds you as being a difference-maker, that’s impressive. Morris lifted the play of every DB on the Bucs in 2007 and he’s got a big future in the league. If he stays for awhile, he’ll be the natural successor to Monte, but timing is everything. If he gets an opportunity to be a coordinator somewhere else, Morris could pull a Mike Tomlin and head elsewhere.