I mentioned a few times that I heard he was making huge strides in his rehab and Les Miles confirmed today that he will be ready for the Spring. Likely going to be in a non-contact jersey though.
With him and Mingo, we have the OLBs to run a 3-4. Other than that not so much. I wish we could though.
Just think, Baker and Francois in the middle, Mingo and Montgomery outside, then the rotating on the D Line of Edwards, Adams, Brockers, Downs, Aghayere, Davenport, Logan, Allen, then the incoming Freak, Jernigan maybe.... I think Sam could be the next Demarcus Ware in the 3-4.
I think Mingo might have a better future at that position, but Sam does have a very bright future. I say Mingo because I think he might be better in coverage. If Davenport could anchor the middle, we may be able to run a 3-4. DE-Brockers (Future 3-4 DE) , Downs NT-Davenport DE-Edwards/Aghayere (with added weight) Freak? OLB-Montgomery Maclin ILB-Minter ILB-Maclin? (He has the size to play on the inside) OLB-Mingo or Baker I think the concerns would be at ILB and NT.
Really glad to hear he's recovering. When he went down our defense took a step back. Hope he can be fully healthy by the opening game of next season.
My favorite Player at LSU right now, wish him a fast recovery, hopefully he will be in tearing it up next year.
Look at all those names!! Our defense really has a bright future for years to come, irregardless of schemes!
