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A.J. Klein Placed on IR
this is a discussion within the Saints Community Forum; Is everybody pretty satisfied with Klein? Do you feel good enough about him to move forward with him as our Mike next season? I don’t think he’s really much of a playmaker but he’s a smart player and that’s imperative ...
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12-19-2017, 05:39 PM
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Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR
Is everybody pretty satisfied with Klein? Do you feel good enough about him to move forward with him as our Mike next season? I don’t think he’s really much of a playmaker but he’s a smart player and that’s imperative for the position.
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12-19-2017, 05:52 PM
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12-19-2017, 06:12 PM
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Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR
Originally Posted by ChrisXVI
I think there are better Mikes out there but like you said he's smart and has played well for us. Probably not the most athletic guy, but he always seems to be around the ball. His years playing behind Keuchly has helped him. 
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12-19-2017, 07:05 PM
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Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR
Originally Posted by ChrisXVI
Klein was a solid off season acquisition however I think the Saints FO will continue to look for a true MLB (we lack speed) this off season either FA or the draft. Klein has seen some extensive action at both SLB and MLB but most of his experience comes from SAM.
I mentioned this a few weeks ago but if you circle back to the 2017 off season, we attempted to draft Reuben Foster, acquire Navarro Bowman & Hightower (NE). That tells me that the FO is still committed to finding a true MIKE. Next year I think we either sign a STUD LB in the draft or acquire a vet who can cover, rush the passer & gets to the sidelines with authority. Keep an eye on Zach Brown and Nigel Bradham (FA's in 2018). Just my .02. |
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12-19-2017, 10:34 PM
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Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR
Originally Posted by ChrisXVI
More than satisfied, once he become healthy their is know doubt he should continue at Mike in nickel situations
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12-19-2017, 11:21 PM
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Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR
Originally Posted by ChrisXVI
The defense looks a lot more organized and not as many guys out of position when Klein's on the field.
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12-21-2017, 07:44 AM
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Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR
Originally Posted by ChrisXVI
It's a good question. For the first time in years, I say we have a really good LB. I like how Robertson and Teo are playing as well. I don't have any numbers to back it up, but something feels different when Klein is on the field. It seems players get to the ball quicker, attack a RB, go sideways a little faster. I'm not saying he's a top 5 linebacker in the league, but he is a huge upgrade from what we've had since Vilma left.
Going back to the days of Jim Haslett, I always wanted the coaching staff to put more importance on the linebackers. Sam, mike, will, we've been weak there for decades. We can still use some improvement, but Klein is a great first step. |
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