How bad is the rest of the -dline at pass rushing?

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(03-25-2025, 04:38 PM)FormerlyBengalRugby Wrote: Much like several posters, I am hyped about the defense this season. 

I am expecting more from Jenkins and Jackson this season, with my only fear being their time developing behind Slaton and Hill may be excessive when they need more playing time. If they draft Grant at 17, it kills Jackson's development, same with Nolen and Jenkins.

I love the idea of Warren or Emmanwori, as Warren as the traditional TE and Gesicki in the slot would be crazy for Joe, along with Emmanwori in the first and Harold Perkins in the second would reshape the defense. 

The draft is more wide open than people think, IMO.

When I think of the Viper role, I am looking for explosive linebackers who can cover and big safeties who excel at blitzing, which again gives a wider field of potential prospects in the draft or free agency (Simmons?).

Lou was definitely playing some guys that shouldn't be playing. Late in the year, when they stopped getting as much playing time, it improved some.

That's my cup half full take.