Should the Bengals stop using hybrid defenses?

[BengalChris]

(11-04-2020, 04:43 PM)Joelist Wrote: I am going to say yes and this is my reasoning. Feel free to disagree but at least state why.

First, I think the constantly changing and weird sets are hampering the progress of our young linebackers. We actually can field a LB core for a 4-3 (Pratt, Wilson, ADG) or a 3-4 (Pratt, Bynes, Wilson, ADG) and if we would pick one and stick to it as the base these young backers would be able to develop as a unit and would not have constantly changing areas they have to cover - which leads to confusion especially with inexperienced players.

Second, picking either 4-3 or 3-4 and sticking to it as the base would help the defense develop some kind of identity. Right now they play like 11 players sent out there unsure of their responsibilities and not really feeling what they as a group are good at.

Whether they did 4-3 or 3-4 pick one. Right now with the depleted DL we might be better at 3-4 but either way choose one and stick with it both in practice and in play.

I agree. I also agree with others that the 4-3 is best suited for the Bengals.

It's just another indicator about this coaching staff not using the scheme best suited for the personnel they have and working to put the players in the best position to succeed, as witnessed by the 4 wins in one and a half seasons. They made the same mistake last year with the OL and had to switch back mid-season.

Taylor and pals make Dave Shula and Co look like wizards.