(05-02-2022, 09:07 PM)TheDuke007 Wrote:

(05-01-2022, 12:08 AM)Bullseye Wrote: Me too.

Listening to/reading the various talking heads, the Lloyd and Muma picks aren't being trashed for value.  Everyone says they are good value.  The people who are criticising the picks have other reasons for doing so.  One guy said the Muma pick wasn't necessary becaus the FO drafted Lloyd and signed Oluakun in free agency.

Meanwhile, I can't wait to see the various personnel groupings and blitz packages the defense will offer.

Assuming all three are healthy, what percentage of defensive snaps do you see Muma getting?

I think it will depend largely on the opponent.

I believe he plays more against the more physical and stronger running teams like Tennessee, Indy and Dallas.

Think about it.  Who would you rather have trying to tackle Derrick Henry?  A 215 lb Oluakun, or a 240 lb Chad Muma?  Caldwell said he wanted his defensive identity to be strong against the run.  With two young, athletic, and smart 240 lb LBs, we're bound to be better against the run.

Ultimately, I believe Muma supplants Oluakun in the starting lineup.  Perhaps not early, but I think Muma can be a very good player for us.  I am excited about that pick.

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