New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Just hope D.A. isn't trying to outdo Ryan on complexity... :rolleyes:

Note: Klein has also been playing SAM backer which he played in Carolina when All-Pro Luke Kuechly was healthy...

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Meh ...

I'll be anxious to see how Klein performs at MIKE come training camp.

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

I will be shocked if he does not pick up quickly.

The number one reason
I wanted him was at MLB

the number two reason
Klein's position versatility was a necessity in Carolina, where he lined up on the strong side, or Sam linebacker, when everybody was healthy and moved into the middle, or Mike linebacker, when Luke Kuechly was on the bench the past two seasons.

Stll my "#1 Biggest Bang for the Buck" NFL FA candidate for 2017

A.J. Klein signed a 4 year, $24,000,000 contract with the New Orleans Saints, including a $4,000,000 signing bonus, $9,400,000 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $6,000,000. In 2017, Klein will earn a base salary of $1,700,000, a signing bonus of $4,000,000 and a workout bonus of $100,000, while carrying a cap hit of $2,800,000 and a dead cap value of $9,400,000.
http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/new-orlea....-klein-12429/

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Is he smart enough?

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

According to teammates and coaches his intelligence is one of his strengths.

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

A different language does not equate to a more complex scheme.

Its simply a different terminology for the same things.

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Exactly, and he even said it is becoming more natural all the time. I have no doubt he'll have it all as second nature by training camp. He strikes me as the sort that keeps working on his craft over the six week break instead of going to some party beach with the homies.

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

"Now that it's Week 3 of OTAs already, everything's starting to come along smoothly, and those little memories and old calls are starting to get out of my memory bank and get replaced by new ones."

-A.J. Klein

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Just a klick-bait headline on that article.

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

What is this '96' on the helmets thing about?

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Honoring the late Cortez Kennedy. He was a close friend of the Saints organization.

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Thanks for pointing out. Should have realized this but for some reason 96 didn't stick out in my mind. I think my brain is fried from moving and the NBA Finals.

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

I'm getting the Vilma vibe with Klein.... I sure hope he can be that type of player !

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Re: New Saints linebacker A.J. Klein trying to overcome language barrier in Dennis Allen's scheme
 

Hope he can be the type of player. Has lots of potential going for him.