Quote:It could be that they believe Odrick is going to be a Sen'Derrick Mark type of player in terms of impact.

Also, not sure how important it is, but maybe getting at least somewhat of a pass rush at the Red Bryant position would make this defense a lot better?   Who knows.

 

To me, I think it's a good signing just by talking to dolphin fans at work today.  They say he's very good.

Odrick is more of your prototypical 5 tech than Bryant. Bryant is good at what he does, but he is very one dimensional. I think the scheme they want to run requires more production from that position.

 

With the addition of a true Otto, the need to have that primarily run stuffing anchor on the end of the line becomes less important. The 5 tech now has a large LB who can come up to the line of scrimmage and play run support to help anchor the line. This allows the 5 tech to be a quicker more dynamic player that can be disruptive in the passing game. You now have a guy who can not only rush the passer but also has that long frame that enables him to get his hands up into the passing lanes.

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