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Vindication for Kony Ealy

KillaCamNewton

By KillaCamNewton,
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Alot of us (myself included) were slightly confused back in 2014 when we used a 2nd round pick on Kony Ealy in the draft. Greg Hardy was still on the roster, and the defensive line was arguably the strongest position on the team. Our 2013 team led the league in sacks and was the catalyst of a defense that finished 2nd in the league overall. Some called it a reach and others called it a luxury pick.

Fast forward to today, and our defensive line, other than our depth as a whole and outstanding interior play, has been somewhat of a weak spot. The pass rush has taken a step back, and it's allowed teams to exploit an overall weak secondary in games where we've had a lead in the 4th quarter. 

With Jared Allen out, Kony Ealy has his chance to make an impact on what might be the 2nd biggest game in franchise history. Some have been encouraged by the season he's had this year, while others might be frustrated by his steady, though rather slow progression. With a big game in a winning effort tomorrow, Kony Ealy had a chance to validate himself as worthy of a 2nd round pick and establish himself as a key player on our defense moving forward. We're in your corner, Kony, here's to the best game of your young career tomorrow! We're gonna need you, big man.

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