12-31-2019, 04:07 PM
(12-31-2019, 03:59 PM)Joelist Wrote: On defense we can get back to respectability faster by staying in a 4-3. In the 4-3 we need a true, legitimate NFL quality MIKE for the starters at LB and better depth. On the DL we do need more players who especially can seal the edges properly. And in the secondary we need a smart, veteran safety to "set" the defense correctly. And yes that means replacing Shawn Williams.
On offense regardless of what we do at QB the OL needs MAJOR reinforcements. We also need a real, NFL quality speed receiver - Ross needs to go. He makes the occasional big play but overall he is the worst receiver I have seen at route running and playing the ball in the air. Also, we need that NFL caliber speed guy (and who can actually get separation) in the event AJ is hurt again.
Well, we aren't really in a 4-3 defense anymore. No team really is. Football is situational and you pretty much match the offensive personnel on the field.
We have plenty of pass rushers (you can debate how good they are) in Hubbard, Dunlap, Lawson and Atkins. We have some good interior guys in Tuopa, Billings and Atkins. What holds us back every year is the linebacker play. I don't care if we run a 3-4, 4-3, 5-2, 6-1 or 1-6, until we find linebackers that can cover, the defense will always struggle against RBs and TEs
