Twitter: Stephen Jones admits they would have reached for a cornerback had Horn or Surtain been there

[kskboys]

Well you're just not infected. That's why you don't understand.

Anyone who has a direct impact on the line of scrimmage is an infinitely more important player than a cornerback.

And it's not close.

 

[kskboys]

And that would've been the equivalent of taking Taco over TJ Watt.

 

[CouchCoach]

Unless that corner is Deion Sanders.

What was his effect on the los? He benefitted from excellent DL's in SF and DAL, when he didn't have that to rush the QB, he wasn't nearly as effective and could be avoided. Those games where you didn't hear his name were because his DL wasn't bringing the pressure.

 

[CouchCoach]

The biggest "fooled ya's" in the last 30 years in the NFL are that it was The Triplets and the Legion of Boom.

 

[CATCH17]

It's the opposite.

A game changer such as Parsons on D is much more valuable than any corner.

How many 4-3 linebackers are game changers? That’s the problem.

If he’s actually a game changer he’s nearly a unicorn. Odds are that even if he’s a pro bowler he’s not going to be a guy that turns games around.


Now if he starts hitting the QB then yeah he might be a game changer.

 

[tyke1doe]

What was his effect on the los? He benefitted from excellent DL's in SF and DAL, when he didn't have that to rush the QB, he wasn't nearly as effective and could be avoided. Those games where you didn't hear his name were because his DL wasn't bringing the pressure.

What was his effect on the los?

When teams know you're not going to throw to one side of the field, then you shrink the field. That helps your defensive line because it creates time for your pass rush. So you can load coverage to one side, causing your quarterback to take extra time to find the open man.

Furthermore, let's assume he has help from the defensive line. The quarterback is under duress and throws the ball. If it's in Deion's direction, it's an interception and likely a pick six.

I don't need to remind you that many of our secondary players over the years have had cement blocks for hands.

Football is a TEAM sport. Defensive lines benefit from good coverage by the secondary; the secondary benefits from pressure from the defensive line.

Then you have special players like Deion Sanders, Aaron Donald and Reggie White who do more than their fair share.

 

[kskboys]

How many 4-3 linebackers are game changers? That’s the problem.

If he’s actually a game changer he’s nearly a unicorn. Odds are that even if he’s a pro bowler he’s not going to be a guy that turns games around.


Now if he starts hitting the QB then yeah he might be a game changer.

About 4 or 5, same as most positions. Not many game changers at CB either.

 

[CATCH17]

About 4 or 5, same as most positions. Not many game changers at CB either.

I can’t think of 4 current day game changing 4-3 backers.

Quality linebackers can be had for cheap because they don’t play a premium position.

Corner is viewed as a premium position. That is why they get drafted high and the Jones’s would have “reached” for one over Parsons.

 

[HungryLion]

About 4 or 5, same as most positions. Not many game changers at CB either.

Roquan smith
Devin white
Darius Leonard
Bobby Wagner
Tremaine edmunds


All of them are major impact players for their defenses.

 

[Plankton]

Roquan smith
Devin white
Darius Leonard
Bobby Wagner
Tremaine edmunds
Jaylon Smith


All of them are major impact players for their defenses.

FIFY

 

[HungryLion]

FIFY

Lol nice.


I’ve probably missed a few other Lb’s that are really good and really improve their defenses.

 

[Cowpolk]

I can’t think of 4 current day game changing 4-3 backers.

Quality linebackers can be had for cheap because they don’t play a premium position.

Corner is viewed as a premium position. That is why they get drafted high and the Jones’s would have “reached” for one over Parsons.

Im glad they did not reach We have a guy now that is gonna bring some hurt

 

[Plankton]

Lol nice.


I’ve probably missed a few other Lb’s that are really good and really improve their defenses.

I think that people get locked into certain positions and narrowcast their abilities to lift up or impact a team. Parsons is a combustible, catalytic type of player. He can set a real physical tone for a defense with his hitting ability, and his speed makes him a factor all over the field. What he brings on the pass rush makes him a three down, impact player. Are most linebackers that type of player? No. Parsons has that kind of talent.

 

[HungryLion]

I think that people get locked into certain positions and narrowcast their abilities to lift up or impact a team. Parsons is a combustible, catalytic type of player. He can set a real physical tone for a defense with his hitting ability, and his speed makes him a factor all over the field. What he brings on the pass rush makes him a three down, impact player. Are most linebackers that type of player? No. Parsons has that kind of talent.

I agree. Which is why I wanted him so bad.

He’s not your run of the mill LB prospect. He is an elite LB prospect. Which is why I think he is going to be worth it.

 

[Section446]

Drafting for need doesn't work.

 

[SportsGuru80]

So the best player available talk really means nothing lol

 

[AsthmaField]

I agree. Which is why I wanted him so bad.

He’s not your run of the mill LB prospect. He is an elite LB prospect. Which is why I think he is going to be worth it.

He’s an elite LB prospect who can also help on the pass rush. Whether on the blitz or as an edge rusher, he is one of those guys who just knows how to get to the QB. You get to the passer and you’re an impact player, period.

That’s not even mentioning how his attitude, charisma and infectious enthusiasm will effect his team mates and the defense as a whole… which I completely expect to happen. That could be one of his biggest impacts on the Cowboys.

He’s an alpha dog through-and-through.

 

[HungryLion]

He’s an elite LB prospect who can also help on the pass rush. Whether on the blitz or as an edge rusher, he is one of those guys who just knows how to get to the QB. You get to the passer and you’re an impact player, period.

That’s not even mentioning how his attitude, charisma and infectious enthusiasm will effect his team mates and the defense as a whole… which I completely expect to happen. That could be one of his biggest impacts on the Cowboys.

He’s an alpha dog through-and-through.

Exactly. Attitude, aggression, leadership.

Most of the people covering camp are saying he and Gregory are the two best athletes on the field right now. Which is pretty incredible considering Micah is a rookie.

I am imaging what Micah is going to be like in another year or two after having professional level weight training.

It could be downright scary.

 

[AsthmaField]

Exactly. Attitude, aggression, leadership.

Most of the people covering camp are saying he and Gregory are the two best athletes on the field right now. Which is pretty incredible considering Micah is a rookie.

I am imaging what Micah is going to be like in another year or two after having professional level weight training.

It could be downright scary.

An NFL strength and conditioning program plus more than just two seasons ever playing LB.

I mean, he hasn’t done it yet in the NFL… but I’ll be shocked if he isn’t a star. And he has a crap-ton of room to grow as a LB because he hasn’t even played it very much.

 

[plasticman]

Instead, it was the Panthers and Broncos who reached.

There were many reasons given by many experts, analysts, team executives, why the Cowboys should take one of the CB's even though they felt Parsons might even be generational.

Some felt that the position of LB wouldn't be as impactful to the Cowboy defense. Others pointed to a crowded LB squad in which only two would be on the field constantly. There were some that suggested the CB's would be more ready to start whereas parsons was raw in some areas.

I'm glad they took Parsons now. In the long run, he will provide more big plays while being a steady force behind the DT's. Besides, Ithe Cowboys may have gotten the better DB's anyway, we shall see.

You never know, it may be that, despite themselves, they got the better player. It won't be the first time. HOFers and future HOFers have had the same distinction. Emmitt Smith was supposed to be LB James Francis, Zack Martin was supposed to be Johnny Manziel.