Defense: Will We Still Be in the 3-4 in 2013?

[DaKCMan AP]

Originally Posted by CoMoChief

I'm more than sure player personnel on the defensive side was discussed during that 9hr long meeting.

Hali is playing better as a OLB than he was at DE
DJ is much better playing at ILB than OLB
Houston is too small for DE, and is too slow for covering at OLB

It would be criminal to switch to a 43 now.

This. Our 3 best players on defense are at their best in the 3-4. Why change?

[kcbubb]

Originally Posted by CoMoChief

I'm more than sure player personnel on the defensive side was discussed during that 9hr long meeting.

Hali is playing better as a OLB than he was at DE
DJ is much better playing at ILB than OLB
Houston is too small for DE, and is too slow for covering at OLB

It would be criminal to switch to a 43 now.

This basically, plus the fact that DJ performs much better when he doesn't have to take on blockers. DJ didn't do well at MLB in the 4-3 either, much better at ILB in the 3-4.

Any news on the DC? If we switch, I think we are screwed.

[Chris Meck]

Man, I really think going back to a 4-3 when you've finally got the key pieces for a 3-4 is a HUGE mistake.

And, you know, I think Andy Reid is a smart guy and realizes that some of these defensive schemes are outdated. I mean, if HE knows how to take apart a Tampa 2, don't you think he'd rather not have THAT be the defense he runs?

I'm holding out hope for a hire from the assistant ranks in either San Fran or Pittsburgh.

[Rausch]

Originally Posted by Chris Meck

Man, I really think going back to a 4-3 when you've finally got the key pieces for a 3-4 is a HUGE mistake.

100% agree...

Originally Posted by Chris Meck

And, you know, I think Andy Reid is a smart guy and realizes that some of these defensive schemes are outdated.

I don't think giving the man more power than he's ever had tells him he needs to reevaluate his philosophy...

[Beef Supreme]

Here comes the Wide Nine

[O.city]

We need to hope Rivera's meeting goes bad today, he'd be a perfect fit for the pieces on the d.

[Pasta Little Brioni]

It'll be a "Denver style" 4-3

Jackson, Dorsey, Poe, Hali

Houston (Von's role), MLB, DJ

[O.city]

If anyone lives in Carolina, try and cause Rivera to be late to his meeting.

[ChiefMojo]

Sounds like it won't be Rivera as he is likely to stay with Carolina.

[O.city]

Rivera is staying with Panthers.

[ChiefMojo]

I would keep a eye on Monte Kiffin, Mel Tucker among others.

[htismaqe]

Originally Posted by ChiefMojo

I would keep a eye on Monte Kiffin, Mel Tucker among others.

I don't want Kiffin. No.

[farmerchief]

Originally Posted by ChiefMojo

I would keep a eye on Monte Kiffin, Mel Tucker among others.

How about Kieth Butler, if they could pry him away from Pittsburgh? Also Jim Tomsula of 49'ers might be worth considering.

[DaKCMan AP]

Originally Posted by farmerchief

How about Kieth Butler, if they could pry him away from Pittsburgh? Also Jim Tomsula of 49'ers might be worth considering.

Yes. Also wouldn't be against Todd Bowles if they let him run the 3-4 instead of forcing him to coach the wide 9.

[chiefzilla1501]

Originally Posted by DaKCMan AP

Yes. Also wouldn't be against Todd Bowles if they let him run the 3-4 instead of forcing him to coach the wide 9.

Unfortunately, he runs 2-gap.

No thank you.