Honestly, I’d rather keep him along the interior where he is elite. But Stout mentioned that the base DL is Jones and Clark on the edges with Reed and Nnadi along the interior.
That’s a big risk the team is taking, and the early returns in spot duty last year were not encouraging.
But Stout mentions that Jones has slimmed down a ton as well, clearly prepared to take a stronger role at RDE.
Maybe the most important thing to watch for our defense.
He also mentions Humphrey is your starting center. [Reply]
And what are you doing right now quoting an old post that had nothing to do with you? Clearly, most people agree with me in regards to Direckshun. You care to actually dispute that?
You don’t even post much in the Lounge.... [Reply]
Originally Posted by Kiimosabi:
I didn't like the Bolton pick and was convinced how good he is but also I thought either Gay or Bolton would eventually be Hitchens' replacement.
If he gets another contract then I have to say I don't really understand the Bolton pick when Terrace Marshall was on the board. I trust Veach and maybe Marshall's injury is bad? We'll see I guess
Hitchens is gone after this year and Bolton was drafted to be his replacement. It couldn’t be more obvious. [Reply]
Originally Posted by htismaqe:
I thought it was obvious but that conversation was a little bit more than just typical coach speak.
I still think Bolton is going to be the MLB going forward but you have to wonder.
I honestly don’t think it means anything at all. It’s a position coach, and a new one at that.
I’d imagine part of it is also letting Hitchens know he’s valued and appreciated despite drafting LB’s in back to back years, one of which seems to be his future replacement [Reply]
Originally Posted by staylor26:
I honestly don’t think it means anything at all. It’s a position coach, and a new one at that.
I’d imagine part of it is also letting Hitchens know he’s valued and appreciated despite drafting LB’s in back to back years, one of which seems to be his future replacement
You're probably right, of course. I just think it will be interesting to see. [Reply]
Originally Posted by staylor26:
I honestly don’t think it means anything at all. It’s a position coach, and a new one at that.
I’d imagine part of it is also letting Hitchens know he’s valued and appreciated despite drafting LB’s in back to back years, one of which seems to be his future replacement
Yes. And maybe sending a message about HOW you gain praise from this coach.
I've used that tactic myself... overly and vocally praising an experienced team member for doing it "the right way" as an example to new guys and gals. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Direckshun:
Honest question: do we have a precedent in NFL history for a dominant, Top 3 DT who went on to become even a merely really good DE?
