If DBs are my weakest link, I’m not putting 5 out there every down.
That makes sense, however, 4 years ago when we installed the 4-2-5 we had to start 2 freshmen LB’s. Our DB’s weren’t our weakest link then. In 4 years we didn’t up grade the LB. I’m trusting DD on this one. His long range planning is his long suit and if his study shows we’d best go with 4-2-5, I’m all in.
In 2018 we have Tennessee transfer (R-Jr) Stephen Griffin, 6-3, 211 lbs at the 5th DB, Nickel. That’s near LB size. He’s backed up by Freddie Phillips, 6-1, 205. Doeren is really high on Griffin. IIRC he’s got the speed to cover. I’m trying to stifle my enthusiasm but it’s not easy. Coach talk is we will be blitzing more to make up for the lose of pass rushers.
Being the eternal (or is that infernal or infuriating) optimist that I am, I can see how it’s possible for our defense to actually be more effective even with the loss of our great DL.
I appreciate your comments and the civility of our discussions. I know I piss you off occasionally but it’s who I am.
