What about LBs

[CCBoy]

Yes.

Well hell, I didn't know that you were a linebacker...

 

[CCBoy]

As a defensive end/outside linebacker, Ezeiruaku's best football comes when rushing the passer thanks to his athleticism, agility, and pass rush repertoire. Conversely, it's his size and strength that caused some concerns during the draft process. He will need to develop before he's considered a three-down EDGE as he isn't perceived as a great run defender. Early on, I'd project him as rotational passing down player thanks to his production as a pass rusher.

This brings us to the following question: Could the Cowboys consider using him off-ball in early downs to capitalize on his change of direction and athleticism? While Archer noted Ezeiruaku's "main call to action will be rushing the passer," the staff is clearly looking into every possibility.

https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/arti...mportant_rookie_during_otas/s1_17313_42289633

 

[Chasing6]

Speaking of LB’s it would seem given Eberflus starting out as a LB coach wouldn’t it make sense to play Parsons away from line in an Overshown mode where it’s more free roaming then rushing the passer down after down getting worn out by 300 plus Lb linemen .

We talk about our best 5 Olineman on the field at the same time. Why not do the same with our pass rush on obvious passing downs? With someone coming up the middle to collapse the pocket.

 

[Whyjerry]

LB is a funny position in Dallas. Like S many years ago the FO seems to not care. Never mind the fact that the SF LBs destroyed the Cowboys in the playoffs. Jerry’s little bots have told him the position isn’t important. I think they are ok there right now. No star but the group is decent. Clark has been a big disappointment but I expect him to be at his best in his walk year. The FAs are decent. ML was getting better every week last year. I think the group will be fine but not spectacular.

DT now…JAG city. The hope is a 7th rounder from UCLA. Jerry’s psyop team is selling that hard.

 

[RonWashington]

We talk about our best 5 Olineman on the field at the same time. Why not do the same with our pass rush on obvious passing downs? With someone coming up the middle to collapse the pocket.

Sure on certain downs I agree . Parsons is what 240 , why send him down after down against 320 lb OL . Let him scan the field like Overshown a heat seeking missle .

 

[conner01]

I would gladly still take him into camp.

Me too. He’s a smart player who still has some tread on the tires. I like our LB’s who are very athletic guys. But instinct is the most important trait for a LB and only time will tell if they have that

 

[Pass2Run]

To me it kinda boils down to whether ya think Sanborn and Murray are good starter quality or ya dont.

And that Liufau hopefully takes a nice 2nd year leap.

Overshown ain't til later in the season.
James is a project.
Clark spells some snaps as depth most likely.

That's bout it.

jmo

We have Damone Clark and Liafau.

 

[beware_d-ware]

As a defensive end/outside linebacker, Ezeiruaku's best football comes when rushing the passer thanks to his athleticism, agility, and pass rush repertoire. Conversely, it's his size and strength that caused some concerns during the draft process. He will need to develop before he's considered a three-down EDGE as he isn't perceived as a great run defender. Early on, I'd project him as rotational passing down player thanks to his production as a pass rusher.

This brings us to the following question: Could the Cowboys consider using him off-ball in early downs to capitalize on his change of direction and athleticism? While Archer noted Ezeiruaku's "main call to action will be rushing the passer," the staff is clearly looking into every possibility.

https://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/arti...mportant_rookie_during_otas/s1_17313_42289633

LB is a very mental position. It's more of knowing where to go rather than being able to get there fast.

DE is mental to an extent (look at DLaw diagnosing entire run play designs from a 3 point stance), but on the whole, it's a much simpler task. Get around the guy lined up across from you. And a lot of times, that just comes down to being a better athlete than him. I'd say that pure athleticism wins more at DE than any other position.

EZ has taken zero mental reps at linebacker - he was too busy making All-American at DE - so he wouldn't be able to plug and play at LB at all.

 

[CCBoy]

LB is a very mental position. It's more of knowing where to go rather than being able to get there fast.

DE is mental to an extent (look at DLaw diagnosing entire run play designs from a 3 point stance), but on the whole, it's a much simpler task. Get around the guy lined up across from you. And a lot of times, that just comes down to being a better athlete than him. I'd say that pure athleticism wins more at DE than any other position.

EZ has taken zero mental reps at linebacker - he was too busy making All-American at DE - so he wouldn't be able to plug and play at LB at all.

Those instincts are established while youths and take adult time maturations for size and athletic advantage. Base levels for reactions don't just arrive suddenly.

Even a trash can full of dirt has to learn wrestling levels of center of gravity and how to strengthfully set immobility. Keys and team tendencies are then taught and their applications worked into interactive responded skills.

Center of gravity elements are highly sought due to center of gravity dominance and centering up abilities.