Shurmur well-prepared to be Vikings OC despite sudden change (Yahoo Sports)

Pat Shurmur has returned to a familiar role, taking over as Minnesota's offensive coordinator following the surprise midseason resignation by Norv Turner. The offensive coordinator can rank right up there at the top of the blame-game list. Shurmur, who has been either an offensive coordinator or a head coach in the NFL since 2009 , has learned to tune out the external scrutiny.