Things to watch at Saints' minicamp

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Steve Spagnuolo. The new defensive coordinator is putting in a whole new defensive system. Previous coordinator Gregg Williams was noted for his exotic blitz packages. Spagnuolo is known for taking a more conventional approach. He likes to get most of his pressure from the front four and let the back seven focus on pass coverage.

I think the Saints have made some very nice moves adding linebackers Curtis Lofton and David Hawthorne and there’s some talent in the secondary with Jabari Greer, Patrick Robinson and Malcolm Jenkins. But strong safety Roman Harper isn’t known for his coverage skills. Harper’s had a lot of success as a blitzer. I’m curious to see if Spaguolo will try to make Harper fit into his scheme or if he’ll allow Harper to continue to do what he does best.

I’m thinking Spagnuolo might be wise to bend on this one a little bit because Harper’s ability on the blitz could help a front four that needs plenty of help.

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Rugby Saint II · 06-04-2012, 12:48 PM

Dline obviously. Safety play. It will be interesting to see what Spags does with Harper.

Supertek · 06-04-2012, 02:10 PM

Yea it's going to be fun to watch I hope. Maybe they can give Harper some of that black tar stuff they used in Baseball at one time don't think its banned in the NFL yet.

halloween 65 · 06-04-2012, 02:38 PM

Harper could be used like the Steelers do with Polimlu or how to spell it. A Rover.

Cruize · 06-04-2012, 03:20 PM

Use your players strengths and hide their weaknesses. The only other option is to get new players.

06-04-2012, 10:26 AM	#1
Threaded by papz Problem? Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New Orleans Posts: 11,681 Rating: (0 votes - average) Steve Spagnuolo. The new defensive coordinator is putting in a whole new defensive system. Previous coordinator Gregg Williams was noted for his exotic blitz packages. Spagnuolo is known for taking a more conventional approach. He likes to get most of his pressure from the front four and let the back seven focus on pass coverage. I think the Saints have made some very nice moves adding linebackers Curtis Lofton and David Hawthorne and there’s some talent in the secondary with Jabari Greer, Patrick Robinson and Malcolm Jenkins. But strong safety Roman Harper isn’t known for his coverage skills. Harper’s had a lot of success as a blitzer. I’m curious to see if Spaguolo will try to make Harper fit into his scheme or if he’ll allow Harper to continue to do what he does best. I’m thinking Spagnuolo might be wise to bend on this one a little bit because Harper’s ability on the blitz could help a front four that needs plenty of help. Full read. Things to watch at Saints' minicamp - NFC South Blog - ESPN Attached Thumbnails
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06-04-2012, 03:20 PM	#5
Cruize 1000 Posts + Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 4,294	Use your players strengths and hide their weaknesses. The only other option is to get new players.
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06-04-2012, 12:48 PM	#2
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 23,718	Dline obviously. Safety play. It will be interesting to see what Spags does with Harper.

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Supertek 500th Post Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Harvey La. Posts: 611	Yea it's going to be fun to watch I hope. Maybe they can give Harper some of that black tar stuff they used in Baseball at one time don't think its banned in the NFL yet.

06-04-2012, 02:38 PM	#4
halloween 65 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Grand Haven, Michigan by way of a little Mississippi River town in Louisiana Posts: 5,893	Harper could be used like the Steelers do with Polimlu or how to spell it. A Rover.