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Originally Posted by DeepSouth
The Chiefs free up franchise tag money by trading Dee Ford, an outside linebacker in a 3 - 4 because he doesn't have a place in the new scheme.
So, you thing the Chiefs will trade for an outside linebacker that plays in a 3 - 4 that has been franchised by Houston. Which means, money saved by trading Ford is eaten by by Clowney.
I don't think so.
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I'm sure A LOT more went into the decision of letting ford go than just a schematic fit. theres that...Injury history, Lack of run defense. Lots of question marks. I think most people who have watched his career would be pretty hesitant so sign him long term. And if theres any doubt then trading him a year early is a good move IMO.
Clowney is much bigger than ford, and is a more complete player. He has prototypical size for a 4-3 DE.