are switching to a 3-4 base with DEs turning into OLBs. Will be interesting to see how both units adjust for those of us who follow both.
Both teams also are talking about a "different energy" this season from their respective coaching staffs, too.
This section from Bob Wojnowski's column (linked here) had me thinking about the similarities in how the two teams are talking during the preseason.
Nothing improves a defense quicker than a pass rush, and the Lions have some pieces to generate one. The difference is, in coordinator Aaron Glenn’s 3-4 base, they’re going to get more chances to attack. It should be especially beneficial for Trey Flowers, who will stand up at outside linebacker more often instead of putting a hand in the dirt. Same for Romeo Okwara, who just signed a three-year, $37 million contract extension with the thinking he can be an elite disrupter, after collecting 10 sacks in 2020.
Both teams also are talking about a "different energy" this season from their respective coaching staffs, too.
This section from Bob Wojnowski's column (linked here) had me thinking about the similarities in how the two teams are talking during the preseason.
Nothing improves a defense quicker than a pass rush, and the Lions have some pieces to generate one. The difference is, in coordinator Aaron Glenn’s 3-4 base, they’re going to get more chances to attack. It should be especially beneficial for Trey Flowers, who will stand up at outside linebacker more often instead of putting a hand in the dirt. Same for Romeo Okwara, who just signed a three-year, $37 million contract extension with the thinking he can be an elite disrupter, after collecting 10 sacks in 2020.
