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Originally Posted by Chief Northman
Thanks for the input. I figured Allen would project at SDE and understand that drafting a LEO along with a SLB may be more pressing with Speaks looking like an heir apparent at SDE (merited or not). Speaks looked out of place last season and I hope the scheme change and coaching refines his game.
One thing nobody has really talked about is replacing Allen Bailey. Before being drafted, Bailey played in the 4-3 at Miami and was quite good. A lot of big bodies in this draft that can be had from rounds 1-4 that could likely contribute in a rotation.
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The 4-3 kinda makes replacing Bailey unnecessary, IMO.
His greatest skill was the length he brought to the 5-technique while also being extremely strong. Now we don't really need that much length and would be better served trading some of it for a little more athleticism.
Bailey is a born 5 technique in a 3-4, IMO. In this system he's probably a DT and I just think he's a little redundant and can be more easily and cheaply replaced in a mere rotational role.