People give Weaver alot of crap, but I dont think he is that bad. He was never touted as a pass rushing DE, he was promised as a run stopper. This is one of the reasons he has played DE/DT.
He didnt play so well last year, due to injuries we are told, but 2006 wasnt a bad year. It doesnt help his image that he plays across from MW the beast. Although you would think it would help his production. This year the reports say he has slimed down to get faster. I still wouldnt expect more than 5-6 sacks out of him, he is just not that type of player however you cut it. I think improved inerior play will help him tremendously also.
Judging by the lack of interest the FO has shown in finding a replacement for Weaver I can only guess that he is playing how they want. And they would rather find a pure speed from the edge type of situational guy.
Not all DE's are MW. Look at Indy. Those guys are fast and make sacks, but Freeney is a huge liability in the run game.
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05-23-2008, 02:28 PM
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