Jonathan Allen DE?DT

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(04-17-2017, 12:14 PM)Au165 Wrote: A "Speed Rusher" is simply a type of rusher but not a necessity in any sense. Dunlap is not a "Speed Rusher" and can get plenty of pressure, and could from either side. The techniques are far more important than overwhelming people with athleticism. Not contrarian, I simply think you look at things from a very simplified stand point.

Taco Charlton ran a 4.90 forty.  I didn't see anything on his tape that makes me think that was a fluke.  He just looks a step, well, slow.  I have no interest in him as our RDE.  Why?  Because if you don't have speed to get the edge, you better have outstanding power, bend, and inside moves to make the opposing tackle stay balanced and not key to your weakness.  

I see a RDE that has the speed to get around the edge as an absolute necessity for this team because we haven't had it for a long time.  I think David Pollack briefly provided some of that, but I want a guy that can dominate from that outside spot.  I don't see Allen as a perfect fit for our defense.  I think he could be a solid rotational guy that moves in to DT on pass rush situations, but I don't think he fits as well as a 4-3 RDE.  

As far as what technique is used, you first must have the speed at RDE for an NFL LT to have to be concerned so you may utilize an inside spin or swim move.  If you have average speed and length, I think one's inside move becomes less effective.  

Let's remember this conversation about Allen and see how he fares in the NFL.