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Originally Posted by milkman
I am fully aware that there were other factors in play, but the near certain fact remains that this defense has been outstanding over the last two years when Justin Houston has been healthy.
It has been mediocre to just plain garbage when he isn't.
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Agreed. Houston is the most valuable player on the team. There's more of a dropoff on defense without Houston than there is on the offense without Charles.
On a side note, what I really think this defense needs (outside of ILB) is a solid nickel. Owens was our biggest liability in the passing game and we have yet to replace him. I Was VERY high on Gaines last year so I'm not worried about our corners on the outside. That could really help us take the next step. What do you think?