The 2016 positional rankings moves forward by looking at defensive line. There are some very talented defensive lines in these two divisions First: Carolina Panthers Carolina has a very strong defensive line in both pass rush and run defense. Carolina only allowed 3.9 YPC and added 44 sacks with consistent hits and hurries. The Panthers […]
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The positional rankings series resumes with a review of Linebackers. Two teams run a 3-4 defense and 6 of the teams run a 4-3 defense. First: Carolina Panthers Luke Kuechly is the top ILB in the entire NFL. Thomas Davis is strong against the run and in coverage. Shaq Thompson is a talented 1st round […]
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The positional ranking series continues by looking at cornerbacks. First: Minnesota Vikings The Vikings get the best grade because they are the deepest at CB and have a good number 1 CB, solid number 2 CB with depth and good slot CB with depth. Mike Zimmer loves corners and he has plenty of talent for […]
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We’ve reached the offseason doldrums. In order to spice things up, I’ve decided to rank the position groups for the NFC North/NFC South. We’ll start this 9 part series by looking at the safety position. First: Green Bay Packers The Packers have a very good safety tandem in Morgan Burnett and Ha Ha Clinton Dix. […]
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