Is Javon Belcher an above average middle linebacker?

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Belcher's definitely adequate. He is also capable of making a stunning defensive play or two, the kind that can stop drives.

Back in the offseason when I thought we were a playoff team, I wanted us to draft Vontaze Burfict, but that's just not worth it anymore. Burfict is the exact same liability in space that Belcher is, and after Belcher's improvement, I'm not so sure Burfict adds anything to this defense at all except for extra energy.

But yes, Belcher is good. Every team needs a player like him.