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Originally Posted by Exoter175
Exactly, and we've been missing that type of linebacker since Jovan IMO. He wasn't the greatest at his position, god rest his soul, but he was very solid at attacking the LoS and was a very solid counterpart to DJ. I was hoping Nico or JMJ would fill that role, alas, didn't happen and now DJ's career looks questionable. We need a CJ Mosley in this draft and I fear there just isn't one available except for maybe that Linebacker from UCLA, Eric Kendricks.
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Kendricks looks great at times and terrible at others because of the angles that he takes. His arms are also too short for him to effectively shed blockers. I'd wait a year to draft his teammate, Myles Jack or someone else. The ILB talent just isn't anything to get excited over in the 2015 draft. It'll be better to spend the draft picks elsewhere at positions that are stronger in the draft instead of reaching for a weak position.
If you want a thumper who can stop the run, Foster and Spikes will be available in 2015 in FA. Want a coverage LB who is a bit below average in run support but great in coverage? KJ Wright will be available out of Seattle. There are pieces to be had in FA that should help hold us over until a stronger ILB class is available in 2016.