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Where Will The Pressure On The Qb Come From?

jarhead

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Stroupe-a-loop Newbie

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Don't give up on Fua and McClain. They looked like rookies last year, but they didn't have an offseason, had an abbreviated training camp, and had vets around them who were also learning a new system. They will play much better this year.

Yeah, I expect at least one of them to take a major step forward this season. They were kind of dealt a bad hand last season.

As for Garay, he had a really great season his last year with Rivera in San Diego. I just wonder if he really has a position in the Jimmy Johnson-esque Eagles attack we are running. A lot of guys talk about how it takes 1-2 years to convert from a 3-4 to a 4-3.

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Johnson will get about 10 sacks, I believe Hardy will get better and could have a breakout year where he might get close to ten sacks. I could see Keiser getting about 5 sacks, if he ends up being the starter over hardy then he could possibly get 8-11 sacks. I think our rookie DTs will get better with a full off-season, McClain could get a decent amount of pressure and probably a few sacks. I think our linebackers could also get some pressure on the QB. Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe the defense Mcdermont uses involves linebackers getting pressure on the QB and if Davis can stay healthy and Beason comes back 100% our defense could look very different from last year. I believe one full off season will really help our players fully learn how our defense works.

By the way has Applewhite signed with another team yet? I love the guy and would hate to see him leave. I believe hes a special player who can make the big plays when needed.

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Its gonna be a long year without an upgrade at safety. Really wish we could find a vet. Landry was never going to be the answer with his 60" biceps and torn achilles. God I miss Minter. . sigh.

And if Coples is lazy then Im sure the staff will do their best to sniff it out. Then again, maybe Coples just needs a good kick in the ass from FittyTu to find his way in the pros. You can never underestimate the value of postive influences. The dude is an amazing athlete you have to say, he looks extremely coordinated for his size in comparison. He could be very fun to watch under the right tutelage. If Claiborne is gone, Im good with help anywhere on that front 7.

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I'm still waiting for Garay to get signed to firm up the middle.

Hardy is still developing. Applewhite and Whiteboy can also provide some help.

Johnson can generate sacks, but he needs better players beside him.

Small additions to the defense can make a significant impact next season.

foreal. sign Applewhite and GARAY already!!!!!!!!

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