Xavier Adibi - Strong Safety?

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Originally Posted by cadams

I don't think there is any question about that. i think kubs has made it clear that they want speed on the field. now, if they could find an big lb that was quick and could cover i dont think they would have a problem with that either, obviously.

well the day they start passing on 6'6''-250, 4.6-40 linebackers that tackle like a freight train and cover like a blanket should be the day we all turn around and walk out of reliant stadium!!!

i should have just said they prefer LBs with better-than-average cover skills. it happens that we're looking at 3 quick, slightly undersized guys as a possible starting LB corps. maybe they value coverage skills over tackling, which i think they do because of how the safeties (are supposed to) play. no definition of strong or free (the traditional mini-linebacker/centerfielder duo) really just.....safeties. just extra help where extra help is needed, be it pass or run coverage. it helps to have guys like dunta who hit on the corners and bennett/molden bring some much needed size to the outside to counter the lack of size in the LB corps. it also helps to have a 6'8'' 290 monster playing every down next to what should amount to a d'line capable of putting on a hellacious pass rush and a brick wall of a run stopper.

man our defense has the possibility of being a monster this year, and for years to come!!