My only issue with LVE is he's not a thumper. All of his tackles are drag downs, whereas someone like Jaylon actually brings the thump. Maybe it's because he's so tall, so he's losing leverage battles and it's not like he isn't a good tackler, it's just that with his size and athleticism, I expected a little more violence in his game.
Vander Esch is doing fine, but I'm ready to see him make some plays. He has one TFL and 0 passes defended on the year. Yes, he's racking up a ton of solo tackles, which is great, but it's time to start seeing some impact plays. Jaylon was our best player last night, flying around and laying the wood to Watson a few times. 3 TFL, a sack, a pass defended 2 more hits on the QB.
I think that he is still a step slow, I think he needs a little more time to get 100% comfortable with his assignments. Still a little thinking and less reacting. I also believe he is a technician. Remmber last year basically Jaylon's rookie year he was flying everywhere and taking bad angles. I think LVE right now plays under too much control and wants to make 100% of all his tackle opportunities. I am fine with that. I would rather a guy learning the game be technique sound instead of a missile that only hits 50%.My only issue with LVE is he's not a thumper. All of his tackles are drag downs, whereas someone like Jaylon actually brings the thump. Maybe it's because he's so tall, so he's losing leverage battles and it's not like he isn't a good tackler, it's just that with his size and athleticism, I expected a little more violence in his game.
My only issue with LVE is he's not a thumper. All of his tackles are drag downs, whereas someone like Jaylon actually brings the thump. Maybe it's because he's so tall, so he's losing leverage battles and it's not like he isn't a good tackler, it's just that with his size and athleticism, I expected a little more violence in his game.
Very stoked with Leighton.
On another note Jaylon just played his best game in a Cowboys uniform and was awesome last night.
He's developing really nicely. It'll be his defense down the road. He'll be the leader.
I love that guy. I hate that we picked him when we did but Jaylon is the easiest guy ever to cheer for.
He's got so much heart and wears it on his shoulder.