Okay, Barnett is not strong enough to shed blockers in the 3-4 scheme. He is not as good at tackling as Bishop.
Originally Posted by: CaliforniaCheez
I would like to see statistical evidence that Bishop stops the run better. How many yards is his average tackle for compared to Barnett's.
I hear a lot of people say that even though Barnett has lead the team in tackles every year (pretty lucky for a poor tackler who can't shed a block), he looks like he gives up too many yards. I would like to see that in numbers. Not feelings or anecdotal evidence.
I don't trust people's observations because of the obvious antipathy for him.
I didn't make the assertion, so I feel the burden of proof belongs with the claimant.
I don't have any investment either way. I don't want a player start over another because I "like" them, I want the best player to start.
I think they will compete in preseason and the best player wins the job. The one McCarthy thinks is best. Not the fans or media.
No different from any other position on the team.
I do think Hawk is a better choice for running the D than Barnett. But that is just an opinion, not evidence.
I want to go out like my Grandpa did. Peacefully in his sleep.
Not screaming in terror like his passengers.