(03-17-2020, 04:33 PM)Firesky Wrote: Is it possible that we're shipping out the pieces that don't fit as we transition to a new base scheme on Defense? If our achilles heel was run defense, why sign a MLB who excels in coverage and blitzing (traits that are IDEAL for a 3-4 ILB). Could we see Taven Bryan play DE in a 3-4 base, Jack & Schobert at ILB with Josh Allen standing up at OLB/Edge?

The more likely scenario is that they think any tackling issues are coachable and signing him to play the middle allows Jack to play his natural Will spot for the first time in his career where he just has to run sideline to sideline and make plays. With Jack not having to lead and get everyone lined up I think he's due for a stellar season!!

I think you're giving Todd Wash way too much credit and benefit of the doubt here. We're just rebuilding and they sucked major [BLEEP] last year against the run game so having $20M+ tied up at CB and DE didn't make much sense. I still think Ngakoue ends up being traded just before or during the draft though. 

They're going to try and shore up the LB core first. As it was evident more than anywhere else that they simply couldn't get it done. And they look to refortify the front four by adding Brown or Kinlaw early more than likely on opening night. I am actually pretty high on Kinlaw. I think his value is right on the money there at No. 9 overall.

Especially if Brown, Okudah, Simmons & Wirfs are off the board. I really wouldn't mind seeing Jefferson or Ruggs though at No. 20 to compliment Chark. Minshew still needs help on this offense. Hopefully they pursue Cordy Glenn or work some kind of deal out with Washington for Trent Williams.

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