Saints training camp observations (Aug. 22): defense shines on final day of camp, center update, and more

08-24-2019, 03:51 PM

Originally Posted by rezburna

A NASCAR front isn’t three LB’s lining up on the defensive line. It’s three to four defensive ends.

Uhh. Do they all start out and then turn left?

Crusader · 08-24-2019, 04:40 PM

Originally Posted by Beastmode

I was kidding but, my point is when a DL is inconventional it rarely works out. The other team can also make adjustments when they see that front. It's a wash but we will see. It might work against a weaker OL at times. That's a lot of weight given up so the 3rd DE would have to have uncommon power or speed. There is a reason why this is rarely done.

I wouldn't call it unconventional, the formations are usually the same just that you put more speed on the field. Cam Jordan at 3-tech for example. If a guard has to block him alone that's a pretty tough assignment.

08-24-2019, 03:51 PM	#11
Threaded by homerj07 In Doh We Trust Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 7,027 Blog Entries: 16 Rating: (0 votes - average) Originally Posted by rezburna A NASCAR front isn’t three LB’s lining up on the defensive line. It’s three to four defensive ends. Uhh. Do they all start out and then turn left?
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08-24-2019, 04:40 PM	#12
Crusader Resident Swede Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Märsta, Sweden Posts: 8,030	Re: Saints training camp observations (Aug. 22): defense shines on final day of camp, center update, and more Originally Posted by Beastmode I was kidding but, my point is when a DL is inconventional it rarely works out. The other team can also make adjustments when they see that front. It's a wash but we will see. It might work against a weaker OL at times. That's a lot of weight given up so the 3rd DE would have to have uncommon power or speed. There is a reason why this is rarely done. I wouldn't call it unconventional, the formations are usually the same just that you put more speed on the field. Cam Jordan at 3-tech for example. If a guard has to block him alone that's a pretty tough assignment.

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