Quote:Evans has struggled about 80% of the time he's been on the field. Nothing horrible  - just a step off here and there and a moment slow seeing and reacting to the play.  Guy has given up one big play by going for the ball instead of the receiver  -  but looks basically more comfortable and reacts a split second quicker.  

 

Guy has played better than Evans has.  

 

I don't think it's any major issue or anything.  Evans has shown some flashes that lead most of to think that he will likely be a good safety with a little maturity and experience.  The fact that he has a "Guy" pushing him on the roster is a great thing.  He will likely benefit greatly from being pushed this season and  during next year's camp and preseason.   It will be fun to see who starts along with Cyp next year.   

 

(Hoping Evans injury isn't serious, BTW)

 

I just think Guy helps give our defense an identity - something they've been missing since like 2007. 

 

With Guy and Cyprien back there, you will get hit. Much like the 49ers of years past with Whitner and Goldson. If we can get a couple of linebackers that can actually play along with a pass rush, our defense will be fine. Evans is a couple steps late on every play, while Guy is usually right on time. I say usually because he got beat on that Gordon 95yd TD. 

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