07-21-2017, 11:45 AM
(07-21-2017, 09:22 AM)SHRacerX Wrote: I felt this way in the past when the likes of Robert Geathers was trotted out there time and time again over Dunlap. Marv seemed to hint that it had to do with practice habits and maturity. Regardless, it must have worked as Dunlap is one of our best players.
Core and Boyd got extensive playing time as rookies, and you can bet Ross and Mixon will this year also. I hope Willis and Lawson get pass rushing opportunities early and prove their worth so the real rotation can be in full effect. I think that is such a tremendous advantage to be able to run out fresh (or at least fresh-er) guys late in a game against offensive lineman that have been getting pounded all game long.
Offensive rookies tend to get more playing time than defensive though. Besides Burflict, I can't recall any rookie d players getting significant playing time/ making an immediate impact. Correct me if I'm wrong though.
