Brandon Staley's Defense Explained

AsylumGuido · 06-03-2025, 08:22 AM

A really good article here and a place to discuss the new defensive alignment.

Jeff Duncan: The 3-4 defense is back. Brandon Staley tells us what to expect from the new scheme

From the article above:

Former defensive ends Carl Granderson, Chase Young, Cam Jordan and Isaiah Foskey are now outside linebackers. They’ll be positioned on the edges and often aligned in a stand-up, two-point stance rather than a traditional three-point stance with their hands “in the dirt.” Essentially, they’re the Rickey Jackson and Pat Swilling of this iteration of the 3-4 defense.

Defensive tackles Davon Godchaux, Nathan Shepherd and Khalen Saunders are playing nose tackle and will often line up directly across from the center. Defensive ends Brian Bresee, Jonah Williams and Vernon Broughton will flank the nose tackle.

Inside linebackers Demario Davis and Pete Werner and cornerbacks Kool-Aid McKinstry and Isaac Yadom and Quincy Riley won’t experience much change to their alignment or responsibilities in the new defense.

The player who could benefit the most from the scheme change is Alontae Taylor, who will man the nickel back or “star” position. Derwin James and Jalen Ramsey made the Pro Bowl as the “star” during Staley’s stints with the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams, respectively.

Read much more here ...

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AsylumGuido · 06-03-2025, 08:28 AM

dizzle88 · 06-03-2025, 12:23 PM

I feel like Cam should have been moved inside, he doesn't have the speed anymore to be an outside backer....

saintsfan1976 · 06-03-2025, 01:23 PM

Limit offenses to 20 points or less.

rezburna · 06-03-2025, 02:17 PM

Originally Posted by dizzle88

I feel like Cam should have been moved inside, he doesn't have the speed anymore to be an outside backer....

This.

AsylumGuido · 06-03-2025, 02:36 PM

Originally Posted by dizzle88

I feel like Cam should have been moved inside, he doesn't have the speed anymore to be an outside backer....

Let's wait to see what type of speed he has if that ankle injury is completely behind him. He was hobbled in '23 and finally had surgery last spring. I have a feeling that the new coaching staff has better insight into his capabilities than any of us.

AsylumGuido · 06-03-2025, 02:43 PM

Originally Posted by saintsfan1976

Limit offenses to 20 points or less.

I'd love that. That would put us in the top six based upon last season's stats. We were 19th last year at 23.41 PPG.

Crusader · 06-04-2025, 09:15 AM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

A really good article here and a place to discuss the new defensive alignment.

https://twitter.com/JeffDuncan_/stat...79559588942290

Jeff Duncan: The 3-4 defense is back. Brandon Staley tells us what to expect from the new scheme

From the article above:

Former defensive ends Carl Granderson, Chase Young, Cam Jordan and Isaiah Foskey are now outside linebackers. They’ll be positioned on the edges and often aligned in a stand-up, two-point stance rather than a traditional three-point stance with their hands “in the dirt.” Essentially, they’re the Rickey Jackson and Pat Swilling of this iteration of the 3-4 defense.

Defensive tackles Davon Godchaux, Nathan Shepherd and Khalen Saunders are playing nose tackle and will often line up directly across from the center. Defensive ends Brian Bresee, Jonah Williams and Vernon Broughton will flank the nose tackle.

Inside linebackers Demario Davis and Pete Werner and cornerbacks Kool-Aid McKinstry and Isaac Yadom and Quincy Riley won’t experience much change to their alignment or responsibilities in the new defense.

The player who could benefit the most from the scheme change is Alontae Taylor, who will man the nickel back or “star” position. Derwin James and Jalen Ramsey made the Pro Bowl as the “star” during Staley’s stints with the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams, respectively.

Read much more here ...

That was a good read! Thanks for posting.

06-03-2025, 08:22 AM	#1
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,676	Brandon Staley's Defense Explained A really good article here and a place to discuss the new defensive alignment. Twitter Jeff Duncan: The 3-4 defense is back. Brandon Staley tells us what to expect from the new scheme From the article above: Former defensive ends Carl Granderson, Chase Young, Cam Jordan and Isaiah Foskey are now outside linebackers. They’ll be positioned on the edges and often aligned in a stand-up, two-point stance rather than a traditional three-point stance with their hands “in the dirt.” Essentially, they’re the Rickey Jackson and Pat Swilling of this iteration of the 3-4 defense. Defensive tackles Davon Godchaux, Nathan Shepherd and Khalen Saunders are playing nose tackle and will often line up directly across from the center. Defensive ends Brian Bresee, Jonah Williams and Vernon Broughton will flank the nose tackle. Inside linebackers Demario Davis and Pete Werner and cornerbacks Kool-Aid McKinstry and Isaac Yadom and Quincy Riley won’t experience much change to their alignment or responsibilities in the new defense. The player who could benefit the most from the scheme change is Alontae Taylor, who will man the nickel back or “star” position. Derwin James and Jalen Ramsey made the Pro Bowl as the “star” during Staley’s stints with the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams, respectively. Read much more here ... turbo_dog, Crusader, SmashMouth and 1 others like this.
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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,676	Re: Brandon Staley's Defense Explained Originally Posted by dizzle88 I feel like Cam should have been moved inside, he doesn't have the speed anymore to be an outside backer.... Let's wait to see what type of speed he has if that ankle injury is completely behind him. He was hobbled in '23 and finally had surgery last spring. I have a feeling that the new coaching staff has better insight into his capabilities than any of us.

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,676	Re: Brandon Staley's Defense Explained Originally Posted by saintsfan1976 Limit offenses to 20 points or less. I'd love that. That would put us in the top six based upon last season's stats. We were 19th last year at 23.41 PPG.

06-04-2025, 09:15 AM	#8
Crusader Resident Swede Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Märsta, Sweden Posts: 8,049	Re: Brandon Staley's Defense Explained Originally Posted by AsylumGuido A really good article here and a place to discuss the new defensive alignment. https://twitter.com/JeffDuncan_/stat...79559588942290 Jeff Duncan: The 3-4 defense is back. Brandon Staley tells us what to expect from the new scheme From the article above: Former defensive ends Carl Granderson, Chase Young, Cam Jordan and Isaiah Foskey are now outside linebackers. They’ll be positioned on the edges and often aligned in a stand-up, two-point stance rather than a traditional three-point stance with their hands “in the dirt.” Essentially, they’re the Rickey Jackson and Pat Swilling of this iteration of the 3-4 defense. Defensive tackles Davon Godchaux, Nathan Shepherd and Khalen Saunders are playing nose tackle and will often line up directly across from the center. Defensive ends Brian Bresee, Jonah Williams and Vernon Broughton will flank the nose tackle. Inside linebackers Demario Davis and Pete Werner and cornerbacks Kool-Aid McKinstry and Isaac Yadom and Quincy Riley won’t experience much change to their alignment or responsibilities in the new defense. The player who could benefit the most from the scheme change is Alontae Taylor, who will man the nickel back or “star” position. Derwin James and Jalen Ramsey made the Pro Bowl as the “star” during Staley’s stints with the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams, respectively. Read much more here ... That was a good read! Thanks for posting.