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2020 Defensive Depth vs 2019 Defensive Depth

Cane passion said:
there are only two inside backers in the 4-2-5 structure. The striker is the third backer in the 4-2-5 structure. Essentially we have two inside linebackers a weak inside backer and a strong inside backer. So based on our inventory at backer we have a lot of depth. I think McCloud needs to start and you complement him with a backer who can run with McClouds physicality.
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McCloud gives you the veteran presence needed and demonstrated this against PITT who had a solid running game last year.
 
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I love seeing all the "R"s next to the defensive linemen. At least there's one spot on the team that we don't have to rush unprepared and undersized freshmen out onto the field. We're more experienced and talented at every level other than linebacker. I believe Mc Cloud will hold his own at Mike. He struggled in coverage trying to cover slots and backs in the open field but in the middle of the fray at MLB, he should be able to diagnose and attack on run plays and do some light coverage work on tightends and backs. I believe the competition is between Brooks and Huff for the Will job. I was never a huge Mike Pinckney fan and I believe either of these guys will be an upgrade athletically. Frierson might be a coverage upgrade at Striker but we'll miss Rome Finley's instincts and smart play. Guy was severely underrated here.
 
MichiCANE said:
Don’t understand why Blissett moved over to DE when they’re already 3 deep. Also, don’t understand why Nesta wasn’t redshirted his Freshman year
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Doesn't matter if you red shirt or not, our players have a history of turning pro as soon as eligible for the draft. Doesn't matter if they get drafted or not, blows ones mind
 
motorcitycane said:
I still hope to see Amari Carter slide down to LB. Could be the Ray Ray Armstrong type.

Can cover read and hit people. I’m a fan.
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Zaniest nickel package ever construed right chea

DE Roche
DT Rousseau
DE Phillips
LB Carter
LB McCloud
STK Frierson
CB Couch
CB Blades
CB Ivey
SS Hall
FS Bolden
 
Hstokes1447 said:
The 2020 defense will be a lot deeper than the 2019 defense. If the guys returning from injury can stay healthy the LB depth will be night and day. This team is still lacking depth at CB but overall this defense should have fresh quality players all game.

2019 Available Scholarship DE's
1. Trevon Hill RSR
2. Scott Patchan RJR
3. Jonathan Garvin JR
4. Gregory Rousseau RFR

2020 Available Scholarship DE's
1. Quincy Roche RSR
2. Jaelan Phillips RJR
3. Gregory Rousseau RSO
4. Jahfari Harvey RFR
5. Cameron Williams RFR
6. Jason Blissett RFR
7. Chantz Williams FR

2019 Available Scholarship DT's
1. Chigozie Nnoruka RSR
2. Pat Bethel SR
4. Jon Ford JR
5. Nesta Jade Silvera SO (missed 4 games due to injury)
6. Jordan Miller RFR

2020 Available Scholarship DT's
1. Jon Ford SR
2. Nesta Jade Silvera JR
3. Jordan Miller RSO
4. Jalar Holley RFR
5. Jared Harrison-Hunte RFR


2019 Available Scholarship LB's
1. Shaquille Quarterman SR
2. Michael Pinckney SR
3. Sam Brooks FR

2020 Available Scholarship LB's
1. Zach McCloud RSR
2. Bradley Jennings Jr. RJR
3. Waynmon Steed RJR
4. Patrick Joyner RSO
5. Sam Brooks SO
6. Avery Huff RFR
7. Tirek Austin-Cave FR

2019 Available Scholarship STR's
1. Romeo Finley SR
2. Gilbert Frierson RFR

2020 Available Scholarship STR's
1. Gilbert Frierson RSO
2. Keontra Smith SO

2019 Available Scholarship CB's
1. Trajan Bandy JR
2. DJ Ivey SO
3. Al Blades Jr. SO
4. Te'Cory Couch FR
5. Christian Williams FR

2020 Available Scholarship CB's
1. DJ Ivey JR
2. Al Blades Jr. JR
3. Te'Cory Couch SO
4. Christian Williams SO
5. Isaiah Dunson FR
6. Marcus Clarke FR


2019 Available Scholarship S's
1. Robert Knowles SR
2. Amari Carter JR
3. Bubba Bolden RSO (only played in 5 games)
4. Gurvan Hall SO
5. Keontra Smith FR

2020 Available Scholarship S's
1. Amari Carter SR
2. Bubba Bolden RJR
3. Gurvan Hall JR
4. Avantae Williams FR
5. Jalen Harrell

*only counting 2019 players who played in 5 games or more*
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good report. Excellent post.
 
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