middle linebackers should lead in tackles because so many runs are up the gut. most of their tackles are for gains , some for first downs, i agree total tackles is a very misleading stat
giants leading tackler on xmas okereke 10 tackles----- for philly leading tackler shaq 8 tackles 1 sack 2 tackles for loss did ballard make a mistake letting them go?
this goes to show a qb needs a team around him, even one of the best needs a great o-line and elite wrs. we can also see teams with an elite o-line and elite wrs win with an average qb
imo gus will see his failures and start some different looks against the raiders on defense. shane will plan a different attack plan to beat the raiders d. this game is where our coaches will come into play and be a factor in the outcome even if the raiders have better talent.
most teams have vet cbs and bring their rookies along slowly. ballard must have thought the rookies were as good as vets. ballard must think we have above average talent on defense or he would not have went with the guys who are starting.
ballards method of filling the roster by the draft is clearly not working he has too many misses in his picks, the elite teams fill the roster in every way just not one