Packers' Mike Neal surprised by early move to OLB· Page 2

beast
Select Member

10 years ago

Can't say I saw this coming. It certainly helps clearing up the logjam of bodies at DL that the team had and gives more depth to OLB. Since Neal is more of a pass-rusher there's some logic to it.

Originally Posted by: Mucky Tundra

I could be wrong but I don't think this effects the DL at all... I believe Neal is still going to be mainly a DL guy. But they're also going to put him in some rush OLB roles.

I'm thinking 3rd and long... nickel package which is a lot like a 4-2

DTs (two of the following)
(Datone) Jones, Raji, Daniels or Boyd

OLBers (moved up to play a stand-up 4-3 DE like position)
Perry and Neal

Rush LB:
Matthews (everyone will know Matthews is coming on the blitz, but he won't show what gap he's going though until after the snap)

Cover LB:
(Brad) Jones ... (if they go to dime then Jones comes off the field for 6th DB)

OlHoss1884
Member

10 years ago

#12

Since the Pacjkers will be in sub packages a lot, I think it's a move designed to help the pass rush without having to blitz, and it still keeps them stout against the run.

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Mucky Tundra
Veteran Member

10 years ago

#13

Originally Posted by: beast

Actually you're probably right. I was thinking too much along the lines of Kampman and him switching purely to OLB rather than playing a OLB role occasionally in a subpackage.

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play2win
Senior Member

10 years ago

#14

Well, in the interests of us being bigger and faster on D, I can see this working in some packages. Why not? Kind of like a James Harrison type of rover on the edge. Big, powerful player on the outside with some athletic ability.

Neal's "clueless" quote tells me he isn't all-in with this change, but maybe he will come around and play it well. Doesn't hurt to try this.

DarkaneRules
Veteran Member

10 years ago

#15

Think they will ask him to drop 5 pounds or more to fit into that mold a bit more in terms of size?

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Yerko
Senior Member

10 years ago

#16

I didn't like this one bit...until I came here and read through the different comments.

I read a tweet from Ty Dunne yesterday just stating they were experimenting with the move and I thought it was an awful idea.

Mike Neal is extremely athletic and quick so he can probably work in some zone coverage if needed.

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