Sean Lee: Pieces in place for 4-3 move

[WoodysGirl]

Jan 16
9:12
AM CT

By Todd Archer | ESPNDallas.com

Linebacker Sean Lee is right in the middle of that process.

“I owe so much to Rob because he made be a better football player,” Lee said. “I learned so much from him about all aspects of football, but it’s one of those deals that the Cowboys wanted to move in a different direction defensively and wanted to move from a 3-4 to a 4-3 and we brought in a great guy in Coach Kiffin to learn from.”

Lee has yet to meet Kiffin but is anxious to learn the 4-3 and the new responsibilities that will come his way. Kiffin will be Lee’s third defensive coordinator in four years, following Wade Phillips and Ryan.

“As soon as we can get in there and watch film and start learning the defense I think there are a lot of guys, who want to get a jumpstart so they can come into the (organized team activities), feeling confident in trying to perfect this defense,” Lee said.

“I don’t think it’s as big a move as people think,” Lee said. “We’ve played 4-3 in different situations, even with Coach Phillips and the way the defensive line lined up. There were aspects of the 4-3 there. Now there’s obviously going to be a learning curve and it’s going to be tough and it’s going to take some work, but I think we have the guys that are athletic enough and versatile enough to be able to transition to this 4-3.”

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[CowboysYanksLakers]

I agree... The Cowboys have some really nice pieces in place to play Kiffin's style of 4-3.

[Doomsday101]

Really glad we have Lee. The guy will be at Valley Ranch learning and picking Kiffin brain on this defense and will be up to speed on the system before we hit mini camp and Lee will be helping teammates grasp this defense as well. The guy is like having a player/coach.

[Woods]

Lee will probably be teaching this defense by TC.

[rickjameschinaclub]

And Sean Lee's statement about Jason Garrett's greatness mean what after his comments about Rob Ryan, the same guy the Garrett homers like to bash as one of the reasons for Garrett's failures?

[Doomsday101]

Originally Posted by rickjameschinaclub

And Sean Lee's statement about Jason Garrett's greatness mean what after his comments about Rob Ryan, the same guy the Garrett homers like to bash as one of the reasons for Garrett's failures?

I'm sure Lee did learn things from Rob and have no problem with him being greatful. Things did not work out and Rob is gone that is life in the NFL.

I'm sure he like Garrett as well and if he and others do and would like to see Garrett keep his job they may want to go out there and make more plays to win more games.

[garrett316]

Wonder if 2013 is the last year we have Sean Lee. I think his contract is up after this year. Jerry usually doesnt pay ILBs

[DFWJC]

Lee really is a great leader.

We're lucky to have ths guy.

[Doomsday101]

Originally Posted by garrett316

Wonder if 2013 is the last year we have Sean Lee. I think his contract is up after this year. Jerry usually doesnt pay ILBs

Brady James was here for 9 years.

[Teague31]

Originally Posted by Doomsday101

Brady James was here for 9 years.

But no one was kicking in the door to try and steal him away. Every team in the league would snatch Lee up if he was available.

Still doubt Jerry will let him walk

[Doomsday101]

Originally Posted by Teague31

But no one was kicking in the door to try and steal him away. Every team in the league would snatch Lee up if he was available.

Still doubt Jerry will let him walk

I doubt they would let him walk as well. I don't think Jerry has a hard time paying players.

[Dash28]

Originally Posted by Doomsday101

I doubt they would let him walk as well. I don't think Jerry has a hard time paying players.

Agreed.

[honyock]

Originally Posted by Doomsday101

Really glad we have Lee. The guy will be at Valley Ranch learning and picking Kiffin brain on this defense and will be up to speed on the system before we hit mini camp and Lee will be helping teammates grasp this defense as well. The guy is like having a player/coach.

I don't remember the rules on off-season activity/study/working out. Are the players free to spend as much time working with coaches in the film room, learning without actually practicing as much as they want?

[Supercowboy1986]

Originally Posted by garrett316

Wonder if 2013 is the last year we have Sean Lee. I think his contract is up after this year. Jerry usually doesnt pay ILBs

that doesn't make any sense. JJ is constantly being critized for doing the opposite.

[187beatdown]

Lee is amazing. I just love everything about him.

Really hope he can stay on the field next year because he's special.