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| − | + | Source: NFL.com game book | |
| − | + | At present, the contingency plan consists of young backups and a veteran castoff Kelvin Sheppard, a former and linebacker. | |
| − | + | Ellerbe played only 18 snaps before being injured, according to the game book. It should also be noted that the Dolphins are without linebacker Philip Wheeler (thumb) for the time being, and they also lost linebacker Koa Misi (ankle) during Sunday's win; Misi and Wheeler's availability remains uncertain. | |
| − | + | In their absence, linebackers Jason Trusnik, Jelani Jenkins and Chris McCain all earned playing time. | |
| − | + | Sheppard is the most likely candidate as a middle linebacker in the Dolphins' 4-3 scheme, while Trusnik projects as a strong-side linebacker and Jenkins' athleticism makes him a good candidate for the weak- side responsibilities. McCain played defensive end against the Patriots, but he could also stand up and play strong-side linebacker. | |
| − | + | After being drafted <a href=http://capstone.edu.sg/clreplicashoes.php>Christian Louboutin Outlet</a> in the third round, Sheppard has struggled in his three-year NFL career. He has spent most of his time on the field defending the run, often being taken off the field when his teams were in a nickel package on defense. He will probably have a similar role with the Dolphins, but we'll have to wait to see exactly how he fits into their plans. | |
| − | + | Trusnik, Jenkins and McCain combined for 312 snaps in the 2013 season, according to (subscription required) but played 351 in the 2014 preseason. The three played 142 combined snaps against the Patriots. | |
| − | + | The coaching staff deserves credit for having those guys ready to play a big role, and be effective. | |
| − | + | "I can't say enough about those guys and the job <a href=http://capstone.edu.sg/images/gucciusaonlineoutlet.php> cheap gucci</a> that Coach (Mark) Duffner and Coach (David) Corrao did to get those guys ready," said head coach Joe Philbin. "Those guys stepped in. (Jason Trusnik), he was out there calling the defense, he was playing on special teams, he did it all and did a great job. Jelani, you noticed him because they were trying to throw the ball to the tight end, they tried to pick him on the wheel route and get the back down the sideline. | |
| − | + | "You're going to have to have your backup players step up when the time comes and they certainly did that. I was really impressed with <a href=http://capstone.edu.sg/images/gucciusaonlineoutlet.php> cheap gucci</a> the entire group." | |
| − | + | Think about that: Trusnik was wearing the green dot, calling the signals for the defense, despite playing less than 20 percent of the Dolphins' snaps in 2013. That speaks volumes, in and of itself. That being said, Brady wasn't going to let the young, inexperienced linebackers get off the field without being tested a few times. | |
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Revision as of 01:48, 12 September 2014
@@@ Source: NFL.com game book At present, the contingency plan consists of young backups and a veteran castoff Kelvin Sheppard, a former and linebacker. Ellerbe played only 18 snaps before being injured, according to the game book. It should also be noted that the Dolphins are without linebacker Philip Wheeler (thumb) for the time being, and they also lost linebacker Koa Misi (ankle) during Sunday's win; Misi and Wheeler's availability remains uncertain. In their absence, linebackers Jason Trusnik, Jelani Jenkins and Chris McCain all earned playing time. Sheppard is the most likely candidate as a middle linebacker in the Dolphins' 4-3 scheme, while Trusnik projects as a strong-side linebacker and Jenkins' athleticism makes him a good candidate for the weak- side responsibilities. McCain played defensive end against the Patriots, but he could also stand up and play strong-side linebacker. After being drafted <a href=http://capstone.edu.sg/clreplicashoes.php>Christian Louboutin Outlet</a> in the third round, Sheppard has struggled in his three-year NFL career. He has spent most of his time on the field defending the run, often being taken off the field when his teams were in a nickel package on defense. He will probably have a similar role with the Dolphins, but we'll have to wait to see exactly how he fits into their plans. Trusnik, Jenkins and McCain combined for 312 snaps in the 2013 season, according to (subscription required) but played 351 in the 2014 preseason. The three played 142 combined snaps against the Patriots. The coaching staff deserves credit for having those guys ready to play a big role, and be effective. "I can't say enough about those guys and the job <a href=http://capstone.edu.sg/images/gucciusaonlineoutlet.php> cheap gucci</a> that Coach (Mark) Duffner and Coach (David) Corrao did to get those guys ready," said head coach Joe Philbin. "Those guys stepped in. (Jason Trusnik), he was out there calling the defense, he was playing on special teams, he did it all and did a great job. Jelani, you noticed him because they were trying to throw the ball to the tight end, they tried to pick him on the wheel route and get the back down the sideline. "You're going to have to have your backup players step up when the time comes and they certainly did that. I was really impressed with <a href=http://capstone.edu.sg/images/gucciusaonlineoutlet.php> cheap gucci</a> the entire group." Think about that: Trusnik was wearing the green dot, calling the signals for the defense, despite playing less than 20 percent of the Dolphins' snaps in 2013. That speaks volumes, in and of itself. That being said, Brady wasn't going to let the young, inexperienced linebackers get off the field without being tested a few times.
