rsd

Agree 1000%. I seriously am coming to despite the majority of "fans" on this board. Every imbecile spouts off and makes themselves look foolish (e.g. Today's Game Thread).

slash83

yeah hes not strong enough to do so, his strength was a big reason he went undrafted. Thats why I wonder if he could be a starting ILB for the Pats, I love him in on passing situations and 3rd down but Im not convinced hes a starter.

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jays52

That's a technique thing, though. I was watching his form for several plays and he was standing up too tall. He was letting the blocker come to him and not locking the guy out. He wasn't getting off blocks. He was trying to stand stout like Vrabes when he should have been attacking the edge and sealing with his hips. He clearly had his head spinning. I don't think he's ever played a role like that before schematically. Maybe he'll improve with time. Regardless, his problems weren't of the athletic nature.

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MrBigglesWorth

Guys like McGinest and Vrabel had an advantage because of size and they're long wingspan so much that OL can't grab onto them easily.

Guyton isn't strong. He needs about two seasons of gaining strength. In the meantime we can find a use for him.

It's pretty ridiculous that we have this problem. LB should have been addressed several seasons ago isntead of using a first rounder on watson or maroney.

now we're stuck with backups and guys past their prime playing.

the whole excuse of finding a guy who could play LB in the system is ridiculous.

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PatsFan2

Tell me about it BB please for the love of Pete...Stay away from Drafting Offensive Players on Day 1. BB has horrible track record with Offensive players who Bust!

chech1965

Ah. Too bad. My guess is if he's done for the year, that'll be it for him. He'll join Harrison in retirement.

neuronet

Shoot me now. Our team is falling apart.

We love you Teddy, you are a True Patriot.

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rookBoston

Mayo/Guyton/Seau does not leave me feeling warm and content. One good player, an overachieving practice squad guy and a retiree.

Say it with me, people: Maualuga... MAU - A - LU - GA

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Wendel

He's not falling that far, and I'll trust the Pats pick over anyone elses here, unless it's an early offense pick.

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BelichickFan

It's about the same to me as this time last week with Mayo/Guyton/Bruschi. I like Maualuga too but I don't think we're going to have two #1 picks at ILB even if he made it to us.