Quote:3.  “The scheme is really, really good.” Paul Posluszny isn’t one lobbying for a defensive change. In fact, the defensive captain and starting middle linebacker said he has no doubt the team’s hybrid 3-4/4-3 defense can work – that despite the unit’s struggles toward the end of this season. “The scheme is really, really good,” 

 

Except for all of the phases of practice, execution and players.  Seriously I guess it is really good at practice.

 

I just don't understand the team, the players or what is going to happen for us fans.  At least we have potential at some skill positions on offense.

 

There is evidence to support Poz's statement.

 

1.  The same scheme is being run in Seattle.  They have been to back to back Super Bowls and were discussed amongst the best defenses of all time the year they won it.

 

2.  Despite the lack of pass rushing talent here, the team still managed to be middle of the pack in sacks. 

 

There has been almost no worthwhile investment in the defense.  Cyprien and Gratz aren't very good.  Just about every free agent was envisioned to be a stopgap.  We managed to hit a home run with Senderrick Marks, but he was hurt the whole year.  Odrick and miller are decent as space/block eaters, but neither can be counted upon to consistently rush the passer.  Fowler never played a down for us due to his injury.

 

I am as frustrated as the next guy, but there is evidence that Poz isn't blowing smoke.

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