07-01-2021, 11:26 AM
(07-01-2021, 11:17 AM)impactplaya Wrote: You don't need 5 Pro Bowlers on defense to reach the playoffs
The Browns have 2 in Garrett and Ward and still reached
The playoffs. And Ward was hurt part of the year
What the Bengals defense ,needs is more ways is to give the
Ball right back to JB and crew.
Its needs simply to start flipping the field.
The defense is upgraded with the health of Reader, a addition
Of a actual pass rusher that can generate more than 8 sacks
On the season. A DT whos strength is getting the QB.
The secondary depth is deeper than last year.
Letting Jackson walk is a good thing as he rarely made anykind
Of big plays.
Adding Mike Hilton gives this defense a legit lockdown slot CB
And as a bonus he can put the QB on the ground and create fumbles
Be like Missouri then, SHOW ME. Show me these guys they've brought in are going to play better defense than the last 2 years.
It's highly possible that they do play better but because this years schedule is more difficult they still ranked in the 20's in defense in the NFL.
I also believe this defense with so many new pieces is going to need time to gel. I think the first 4-6 weeks are going to be rough for the defense because they have to find chemistry together.
You can put a bunch of good pieces together but if they don't play as a team then you're gonna have a crap defense.
On top of that I have 0 faith in Lou's ability to coach up a defense. Again, show me. Until I see it, I think this defense finishes 15-20 in total defense agian.
