Why do free agent linebackers come here and wither?

[WeezyBengal]

(11-05-2018, 08:02 AM)psychdoctor Wrote: I think it is the scheme and coaching.

I just dont buy that. Playing linebacker isnt rocket science. Go out and tackle the ball carrier or defend your area of the field when the team is passing. These guys were veteran players, they should know how to play the position by the time they are brought in. 

That also doesnt explain why some of our linebackers have been good over the past few years (Burfict) and why some have been bad or average. To me, its a talent disparity. You can literally SEE how slow some of our linebackers move.