'Wherever BB wants him. Think Willie McGinest.
Long's head coach, Al Groh, publicly stated that Long can succeed as a DE/OLB. And considering that Groh was the Pats LB coach sent to work out McGinest prior to drafting him, I think I trust his opinion.
Oh he wouldn't just be trying to get his guy drafted #1 by Miami would he?
In addition, Long may have the best hands and technique in the draft. Combined with a relentless motor, these are the qualities he'll be using to defeat NFL OTs. Running a fast 40 won't get you to the QB unless you also have a bag of tricks.
At 3-4 DE, not LB.
I see a D that needs to impact the games more. Speed alone won't get it done.
Groh would say anything. He's trying to get his guy drafted #1 by Miami where he would have to play LB. Speed alone will not get it done, but we need it nonetheless.
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