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

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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.



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