Sometimes it seems like the disrespect towards Packers outside linebacker Za’Darius Smith is never going to end. Over the last couple of years, Smith has consistently proven that he’s one of the top edge rushers in the National Football League. Yet, he was snubbed from the Pro Bowl initially in 2019 and continuously finds himself [...]
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Based on what the defensive coaches have said, this scheme might be similar but more aggressive with sending a 5th rusher more often and changing up the coverages more often.
This defensive front when 100% can be straight u dominant, with Z. and Clark leading the way, but they just need something a bit extra, more blitzing might do the trick, as well as allowing Keke play more single gap straight up pass rushing attack, don't worry about the run. Though Lowry did a lot better towards the end of the year last year.
I don't know if we're following the Rams way or not, but we could be seeing more 5-1 nickel (think 5-2 with a DB at coverage LB) fronts than 4-2 nickel fronts if we do follow the Rams method.