Originally posted by lamontb:
Originally posted by GEEK:
I wouldn't mind Saleh back as DC. I'd also be hopeful we'd bring Ulbrich as some sort of senior asst role.
But I'm also hoping Kyle casts a wider net over the next couple of weeks. Dennis Allen is also a 4-3 base scheme, but has higher blitz tendencies and showcases more exotic looks (3-4, zero blitz, etc).
A few others for consideration should be a) Jim Leonard - DBs and Pass Game Coordinator for Denver and b) Tosh Lupoi - DC for Oregon. Both have a nice blend of NCAA and NFL experience, and both have multiple years as a defensive coordinator. Both have run 3-4 hybrid schemes with diverse looks in coverage and blitz packages.
Good points. Even if Saleh is coming back he's not gonna have prime Buckner,AA,Ford and Bosa. He'll definitely need to scheme and blitz more than he did due to the talent level.
The last time he was here, he has no Buckner, Ford, or Bosa (the latter two due to injuries). I think he'll be fine. The man has had good defebses with and without elite talent all over the field.