Building a defense in the modern NFL

[Mennonite]

Whatever defense you build you better hope you win a SB with it in year one because the NFL will neuter it with rule changes the first chance it gets.

[Easy 6]

Civil, enjoyable debate from Chris and Detox

Both making great points, but kinda talking past each other to an extent

I do agree that 43 is the way to go, because it can give you that same base front 4 personnel in a nickel package... you'll always have a rotation of 4 pass rush capable D line, because the scheme dictates you draft and develop a 4 man rotation

A timely discussion idea by Chris at any rate, great thread

In this new era of arena ball 50 burger games... how to adjust defensively is a critical issue

[GloucesterChief]

You need to be able to collapse the pocket with 4. Basically follow the Giants D model when they won their two SBs.

[WhiteWhale]

Originally Posted by GloucesterChief

You need to be able to collapse the pocket with 4. Basically follow the Giants D model when they won their two SBs.

Ideally yes. This has been pretty much the only way to beat elite QB's for about 50 years now.