Newton or sweat?

[SunsetBengal]

(02-05-2024, 12:21 PM)Whatever Wrote: That's because your opponent's ability to run the ball and chew clock is predicated on their ability to shut down your offense and play with a lead.  If they're playing from behind, they want to throw to lengthen the game so they can get more possessions and catch up.  

Beyond that, your run stuffing NT can help get you to 3rd and long, but you still have to get off the field on 3rd and long, which means pass rush.

All I am trying to point out is that there is no "lesser important" role on a DL.  Even if a T is a good pass rusher, he needs to also be equally impressive versus the run.  Because if you can't stop the run, you'll never force a team to pass.