Quote:I don't think it's that simple.  I think that Gus has realized how difficult it is to find an Earl Thomas for his defense and is adjusting his scheme to something that will work until he does have a FS with that kind of range and anticipation.  Having a FS that can act like a SS at times and at other times just pretend to play that role only to back off in coverage - seems a reasonable way to use what's available to stop-gap until you land that guy. (as they tried to with McCourty_

 

You can bet your bottom dollar that they wouldn't be trying this stunt had they been able to sign McCourty.  Just my speculation, but that's how I see it. 

 

I don't know if I agree. A talent like McCourty doesn't always almost hit the market so they had to take a swing especially with all the cap space. Look at every guy they've brought in for the FS position. Josh Evans, Winston Guy, Sergio Brown, James Sample and now Desmond Cooper. All guys with size, strength and speed.

 

I think Gus is trying to find an Earl Thomas talent in a Richard Sherman body.

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