Who is John Simon and how did he get 60% of the D snaps last night?

John Simon (linebacker) - Wikipedia

He's got to be the least talked about regular on the team. I don't even see him in the locker room videos.

Is this another Belichickian Jedi Mind Trick?

Seriously, does anyone have an analysis of his work thus far?

betterthanthealternative said:

John Simon (linebacker) - Wikipedia

He's got to be the least talked about regular on the team. I don't even see him in the locker room videos.

Is this another Belichickian Jedi Mind Trick?

Seriously, does anyone have an analysis of his work thus far?

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As the Wiki says he came thru the HOU system under Vrabes and RAC. Big guy. Good vs the run. Sets the edge. Can get to the passer a bit. Knows the scheme.

Was hurt during the middle of the year but clearly the coaching staff likes him.

Once of those "who?" but is part of the cog.

betterthanthealternative said:

John Simon (linebacker) - Wikipedia

He's got to be the least talked about regular on the team. I don't even see him in the locker room videos.

Is this another Belichickian Jedi Mind Trick?

Seriously, does anyone have an analysis of his work thus far?

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I said last night he could be the next Nink

betterthanthealternative said:

John Simon (linebacker) - Wikipedia

He's got to be the least talked about regular on the team. I don't even see him in the locker room videos.

Is this another Belichickian Jedi Mind Trick?

Seriously, does anyone have an analysis of his work thus far?

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He's good.

betterthanthealternative said:

John Simon (linebacker) - Wikipedia

He's got to be the least talked about regular on the team. I don't even see him in the locker room videos.

Is this another Belichickian Jedi Mind Trick?

Seriously, does anyone have an analysis of his work thus far?

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He is this year's KVN - best mid season FA pick up. Unfortunately UFA after the season.
Been posting about him in re-watch & pre-watch threads all week. Predicted he would outsnap Clayborn.. He outplayed him by a mile all season & on min contract.

Great edge setter, good rusher, good in space, core special teamer - one of the guys Id love if they bring back - but his price got up significantly over the last two games and might outprice himself out of NE in SBLIII...

So many times the recognition comes too late..

He was an undersized defensive tackle in high school and college, so he lost weight in the NFL and became more of a utility player instead of trying to get bigger than his body could handle. It seems to have given him a pretty good feel for leverage and hand usage. As others have said, he's a strong run defender, but has some pass rush ability as well. He can also be an advantage inside on certain downs in terms of the pass rush.

It's crazy how every year they can pick up a random free agent who plays starter level ball


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Surprised to find:

On March 10, 2017, the Indianapolis Colts signed Simon to a three-year, $13.5 million contract.

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Surprised to find:

On March 10, 2017, the Indianapolis Colts signed Simon to a three-year, $13.5 million contract.

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I remember that.

I had thought the Colts liked him. Was surprised that they had cut him.

betterthanthealternative said:

John Simon (linebacker) - Wikipedia

He's got to be the least talked about regular on the team. I don't even see him in the locker room videos.

Is this another Belichickian Jedi Mind Trick?

Seriously, does anyone have an analysis of his work thus far?

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https://imgflip.com/memegenerator

MrBigglesWorth said:

Patriots defensive end John Simon's legendary weight room lifestyle that got him to the NFL

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Next James Harrison

MrBigglesWorth said:

Patriots defensive end John Simon's legendary weight room lifestyle that got him to the NFL

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Perfect. Thanks.

pats_premi said:

Next James Harrison

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Very very poor man's Harrison.

pats_premi said:

Next James Harrison

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Probably not quite as powerful yet quicker.

MrBigglesWorth said:

Patriots defensive end John Simon's legendary weight room lifestyle that got him to the NFL

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Good read. I particularly liked the ending:

In 2017, his wife posted a photo of Instagram with Simon and their baby son. The caption read that they might not have a mattress, window blinds, kitchen table or a working refrigerator, but they had a squat rack.

You wouldn’t expect anything less.

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From Ohio State Propaganda.. a real work out warrior, no wonder BB liked him.

Joey007 said:

I remember that.

I had thought the Colts liked him. Was surprised that they had cut him.

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I was very confused when he remained a FA for so long. Can understand Indy moving on because of a scheme change, but that's all it was...he was playing well before being cut.