IMO this team is in much worse shape than what is being spun by management or believed by fans.....
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For a guy who got praised here for his drafting ability and college talent evaluation, Ballard has a poor record of drafting defense. In fact, his best players were drafted by someone else. Best LB. Leonard, probably the D's best player at times. A hit by Ballard, but gone now partly because of size impacting longevity. Second best LB: Do we have one? It may be Anthony Walker, who wasn't retained but replaced by Franklin. Best DT, Buckner. Not drafted by Ballard Second Best DT: Darnell Autry/Grover Stewart: Autry wasn't drafted by Ballard. Grover runs hot and cold. Best EDGE rusher: Justin Houston, not drafted by Ballard Second best EDGE: Do we have one? Paye? Lewis maybe second best, and he isn't even an edge, so its kinda sad that your perennial one stop gap swing DT/DE is in the mix for second best edge rusher. Ebukam, not drafted by Ballard. Best Corner: Gilmore, not drafted by Ballard. Moore, not drafted by Ballard. Second best Corner: Womack, a friggin waiver wire pick up for Gawd's sakes. Rogers, released for personal reasons. RYS, traded for an incomplete EDGE who is gone. Best Safety: Do we have one...ever? Seriously, for a 43 zone defense where safety play is critical, there has never been a talented safety that is also a good fit for the D, not at the level it needs. 8 years of JAGS at 43 zone safety...weird. Can Jones, Brents, and Cross elevate Corner and S play to where it needs to be? Lets hope. Saleh ran the same basic defense for the Jets. Its not scheme.
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The Saints might lose 5 in a row. Saints are 3-9 vs Broncos all time. That’s why we predict and they play Its Sean Payton’s coming home party. Broncos D is legit.
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Doesn't sound like a description of a disaster like the OP has tried and failed to paint. I agree with this take pretty much although I think Jones is getting somewhat better. I like what Womack looks like so far, but that's not the future. Probably need to move on from JuJu as well. Definitely could stand some moves at CB.
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By Yoshinator · Posted
I'd trade them for 3 grilled cheese sandwiches, a large grape slush, and a large tater tot meal from Sonic. Just make sure the grilled cheese sandwiches are well toasted! -
I agree a bout defensive scheme. Ar just needs to stay healthy. If he does that I think we will see big improvement next year.
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