Goldsheet Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Broncos LB D.J. Williams will move to middle linebacker after Al Wilson's release. Runner-up for Rookie of the Year a few years ago, Williams has been relatively quiet at strong-side linebacker the last two years. Playing in the middle suits his pursuit skills and will make him a far better IDP option. Source: Rocky Mountain News Apr. 14 - 10:51 am et Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldsheet Posted April 15, 2007 Author Share Posted April 15, 2007 Barrett Ruud-LB- Buccaneers Apr. 1 - 9:07 am et The Bucs reportedly want Barrett Ruud to be their new starting middle linebacker. Judging by how infrequently he was used last season, we thought the staff had soured on Ruud but the Tampa Tribune reports the Bucs are set to undergo a major youth movement on defense. Cato June is assured of a starting job and Jaime Winborn, 27, will play more. Shelton Quarles, Derrick Brooks, and Greg Spires' roster spots may be in jeopardy. Source: Tampa Tribune Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldsheet Posted April 15, 2007 Author Share Posted April 15, 2007 E.J. Henderson-LB- Vikings Mar. 29 - 10:06 am et Coach Brad Childress confirmed that E.J. Henderson will be Minnesota's middle linebacker next season. That will open up a spot on the outside for Chad Greenway. Henderson blossomed under defensive coordinator Mike Tomlin, now Pittsburgh's head coach. This should keep Henderson a fine IDP option. Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldsheet Posted April 15, 2007 Author Share Posted April 15, 2007 I think anyone who has the chance to grab DJ may want to do so. I love his speed, I think he has strong upside coming off a pretty quiet 06. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatman Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 Although speculative at this point, there is a distinct possibility that Abdul Hodge will start in the middle and move Barnett over to SLB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooty Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Could be a change in Philly to depending on Trotter's knees Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Could be a change in Philly to depending on Trotter's knees Yes Gaither could move there. Angelo Crowell could for the Bills too unless they draft Willis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKF Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Barrett Ruud-LB- Buccaneers Apr. 1 - 9:07 am et The Bucs reportedly want Barrett Ruud to be their new starting middle linebacker. Judging by how infrequently he was used last season, we thought the staff had soured on Ruud but the Tampa Tribune reports the Bucs are set to undergo a major youth movement on defense. Cato June is assured of a starting job and Jaime Winborn, 27, will play more. Shelton Quarles, Derrick Brooks, and Greg Spires' roster spots may be in jeopardy. Source: Tampa Tribune I am still not sold on Ruud or his tackling abilities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keggerz Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 keep any eye on the situation in zona as the coach is on record saying that they will also be utilizing the 3/4 depending on who lands where Gerald Hayes could take a big hit downward...however if he lands the LILB slot in the 3/4 his value would also increase dramatically Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tford Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 keep any eye on the situation in zona as the coach is on record saying that they will also be utilizing the 3/4 depending on who lands where Gerald Hayes could take a big hit downward...however if he lands the LILB slot in the 3/4 his value would also increase dramatically Hayes and Dansby as ILB you figure? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. Ryan Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 Blackstock should be on peoples radar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 Ahmad Brooks story The Bengals are hopeful they finally have the answer at the all-important middle-linebacker position. He is Ahmad Brooks, a second-year pro and the third- round pick in the league's supplemental draft last July. The use of that pick precludes the Bengals from having a third-round pick April 28. Still, there's a sense Brooks has first-round talent and might have gone in Round 1 this year had he been able to stay in college. After signing with the Bengals two weeks before training camp opened, Brooks made five starts and played in 11 games as a rookie last season. He had one sack among his 46 tackles. The Bengals expect even more from Brooks this season. "I'm going to take it on," Brooks said after a workout Wednesday. "I'm glad the opportunity is there for me. I want to live up to the expectations." At 260 pounds, Brooks can run, jump and tackle. The question - as it was with Thurman - is whether Brooks can stay out of trouble off the field. Amid allegations of Josh Gordon use, he was kicked off the University of Virginia team a year ago and forced to enter the supplemental draft. Brooks' behavior since joining the Bengals has been exemplary. "He's here early. He puts in extra time. He does the work he's supposed to," Lewis said.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldsheet Posted April 20, 2007 Author Share Posted April 20, 2007 Patrick Willis-LB- Player Apr. 19 - 9:06 am et If the Bills draft Patrick Willis in the first round, they'll keep him at middle linebacker. There's been some thought that Willis could play outside but his skills are perfect for a Cover 2 MIKE linebacker. Angelo Crowell would play the strong side with Keith Ellison the favorite at weak-side linebacker. Source: Buffalo News Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Patrick Willis-LB- Player Apr. 19 - 9:06 am et If the Bills draft Patrick Willis in the first round, they'll keep him at middle linebacker. There's been some thought that Willis could play outside but his skills are perfect for a Cover 2 MIKE linebacker. Angelo Crowell would play the strong side with Keith Ellison the favorite at weak-side linebacker. Source: Buffalo News If Denver trades up with SF they will too. He may not be there when Buffalo picks. Carolina may move up with SF too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldsheet Posted April 26, 2007 Author Share Posted April 26, 2007 Ahmad Brooks-LB- Bengals Apr. 26 - 12:27 pm et The Bengals feel comfortable entering the season with Ahmad Brooks as their starting middle linebacker. The team likes his upside and has been impressed with Brooks' work ethic so far this offseason. If he can post numbers close those Odell Thurman did in 2005, Brooks has potential to be a stud in IDP leagues. Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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