Fix the defense by switching the secondary

  I believe Champ would have mutiple picks with being
  a free range saftey roaming all over the secondary like
  pitts Troy Pollamallau

…to a misfit CB already. Does that come from the NFL Draft Scout take on him? Or is that from the less than four quarters he’s played as Dawkins’ back up?

I agree with POrange, McBath has performed very well in his limited time as a rookie.

There is no way we switch Bailey to safety during the middle of a season, it makes no sense… He has had no training there, and even though Champ is Champ, there is no way that goes smoothly.

with the idea of taking Renaldo Hill off the field. His preparation alone is worth keeping him out there. The guy is a player…IMO

Bottom line: McBath arguably is the best all-around athlete among the safety prospects, the total package NFL coaches covet. One concern is a thin-looking lower body, especially because of how physical the game has become in the last decade. McBath won’t likely be drafted as highly as we have him rated, but a combination of solid athleticism, toughness and coverage skills projects him to be a productive NFL starter in any NFL defensive scheme.

Same Source:
PRE-DRAFT ANALYSIS:

Coverage skills: Has the top-level footwork, athleticism and speed to cover any tight end well in man coverage. Reads the quarterback fast in deep coverage and consistently reacts quickly. Plants, drives and closes fast on passes in front of him and gets there in time to either make a play on the ball or to hit the receiver right after ball arrives to break up the pass. Flashes the ability to cut in front of the receiver to make the very tough interception. Grade: 7.5

Run/pass recognition: Is instinctive; consistently reads and reacts quickly and correctly to the play. Does not get sucked up by play-action or jump on pump fakes. Is able to consistently break and close quickly on passes. Does not aggressively fly up the field in run support, tends to take a more cautious approach. Grade: 7.5

Run support: Does not dominate against the run at the level he is capable of. Often seems content to wait for the ballcarrier to get to him. Is a good open-field tackler. Has the strength to stand up ballcarriers and make the tackle right at the point of contact. Is overaggressive going for the tackle at times, will dive and end up missing tackles he should make. Grade: 6.5

Bottom line: McBath arguably is the best all-around athlete among the safety prospects, the total package NFL coaches covet. One concern is a thin-looking lower body, especially because of how physical the game has become in the last decade. McBath won’t likely be drafted as highly as we have him rated, but a combination of solid athleticism, toughness and coverage skills projects him to be a productive NFL starter in any NFL defensive scheme.

Granting that this is just one source, it seemed fairly standard for the 12 sources I obtained. The upshot is that he may not be a tackler that Dawkins was, and they will use him somewhat differently. Since Hill, who won’t be going anywhere, has been playing many positions and simply switching with Dawkins as it was appropriate, I’m sure that they will have a miscommunication or two but that McBath can be an effective safety in the league. I recognize that this is a huge test for him, but if it happens, I’m going to be interested to see if he can step up. So far, his tackling on ST is tied for 1st on the team, so he seems to be hitting Ok.

I’m fine with the idea of Champ at safety if he wants to, by the way. I consider it up to him – if he does move there as Dawkins ages, I’d be perfectly happy.

I’d like to see more blitzs tomorrow. tho!

I think that although I hear you, I believe that going to the running game early and often can keep our D fresh. It remains to be seen if McD will adjust his style of using the pass to set up the run though. He doesn’t seem to be a big fan of the running game.

Also, if Orton does start tomorrow, I hope he truly is healthy and can hand the ball off quickly to the RB. (Else he ought to sit and get healthy, IMO. Playing last week was not a great idea, although I admire his leadership and team-first attitude.)

I must disagree with putting Ty Law in at CB. He does not possess the speed needed at that position any more, which is why he is our veteran nickel corner. Besides, we have Champ for that, who is healthy, and still one of the best in the game.

As far as the defense’s recent performance, they’ve simply been on the field too long and when we’re behind, they’re trying to do too much. If we’re in the game in the 2nd half, it should help the D remain more disciplined. Right now, familiarity within the scheme and playing with heart is what they need, along with a little help in TOP from our offense.