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Cowboys Offseason 2016: Scouting Defensive Tackle David Irving
http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2016...n-2016-scouting-defensive-tackle-david-irving
...Defensive lines and secondaries truly work simultaneously. When a defensive line gets pressure on a quarterback, it gives the secondary less time they have to stay on their man. When secondaries cover their men for longer, it gives the the defensive line more time to "get home". Depending on what the team does in the secondary this offseason, the Cowboys are going to need to improve their pass rush, and one player that was extremely impressive in the limited time he was on the field was David Irving.
Promoted to the active roster following the release of Davon Coleman in late September, Irving made a name for himself when he blocked a field goal against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8. However, he had been one of the team's most productive defensive linemen, despite playing limited snaps and in limited games, for that matter. As a whole, Irving finished with 16 quarterback hurries, which was good enough for sixth on the roster.
In recent seasons, the Cowboys have really neglected the defensive tackle position. However, this year's class of defensive tackles could change that logic. It's doubtful that the Cowboys would spend the fourth-overall pick on a defensive tackle. But at the 34th selection, there could potentially be a ton of players available for the team. Guys like Austin Johnson, Adolphus Washington, Jihad Ward, and Kenny Clark could all be potential picks. However, a guy like Irving could be a reason to improve positions elsewhere.
At 6'7, 275 pounds, Irving fits exactly what the Cowboys like when it comes to both defensive ends and defensive tackles. Dallas is known to take defensive lineman who are athletic and explosive. The 22-year-old excels in both of those categories. Irving is only 22-years-old and while the talent has always been there, he didn't get much attention coming into the league because of some character concerns he had during his time at Iowa State. In college, Irving missed the entire 2014 season after being dismissed from the team for an incident at an on-campus festival.
While Irving fractured his left wrist in the 2015 season, he'll only cost $525,000 against the cap. Irving is a guy that flashed a ton of ability in limited snaps and if he continues to prove his worth, there is no reason why he shouldn't end up as the primary 1-technique defensive tackle, with Terrell McClain and Nick Hayden mixing in snaps as well...
http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2016...n-2016-scouting-defensive-tackle-david-irving
...Defensive lines and secondaries truly work simultaneously. When a defensive line gets pressure on a quarterback, it gives the secondary less time they have to stay on their man. When secondaries cover their men for longer, it gives the the defensive line more time to "get home". Depending on what the team does in the secondary this offseason, the Cowboys are going to need to improve their pass rush, and one player that was extremely impressive in the limited time he was on the field was David Irving.
Promoted to the active roster following the release of Davon Coleman in late September, Irving made a name for himself when he blocked a field goal against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8. However, he had been one of the team's most productive defensive linemen, despite playing limited snaps and in limited games, for that matter. As a whole, Irving finished with 16 quarterback hurries, which was good enough for sixth on the roster.
In recent seasons, the Cowboys have really neglected the defensive tackle position. However, this year's class of defensive tackles could change that logic. It's doubtful that the Cowboys would spend the fourth-overall pick on a defensive tackle. But at the 34th selection, there could potentially be a ton of players available for the team. Guys like Austin Johnson, Adolphus Washington, Jihad Ward, and Kenny Clark could all be potential picks. However, a guy like Irving could be a reason to improve positions elsewhere.
At 6'7, 275 pounds, Irving fits exactly what the Cowboys like when it comes to both defensive ends and defensive tackles. Dallas is known to take defensive lineman who are athletic and explosive. The 22-year-old excels in both of those categories. Irving is only 22-years-old and while the talent has always been there, he didn't get much attention coming into the league because of some character concerns he had during his time at Iowa State. In college, Irving missed the entire 2014 season after being dismissed from the team for an incident at an on-campus festival.
While Irving fractured his left wrist in the 2015 season, he'll only cost $525,000 against the cap. Irving is a guy that flashed a ton of ability in limited snaps and if he continues to prove his worth, there is no reason why he shouldn't end up as the primary 1-technique defensive tackle, with Terrell McClain and Nick Hayden mixing in snaps as well...
