flgreen Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Evan Silva / IDP Nation May 15, 2008 IDP Breakouts: Linebackers You might notice that most of the Individual Defensive Players on this list play for teams whose offenses probably won't be very good this year. No Patriots, Colts, Steelers, Browns, or Jaguars. Naturally, teams lacking great offenses tend to play defense more, giving defenders increased opportunities to fill the stat sheet. While there are exceptions, (most often at the DL position), it's a good idea to consider the other side of the ball when drafting your IDP lineup.We begin a three-part IDP series with five linebackers capable of taking major statistical leaps in 2008. Defensive backs and linemen are forthcoming. Jets ILB David Harris Harris was nothing short of beastly after replacing injured Jonathan Vilma at weak inside linebacker in Week 8 last season. Harris roamed sideline to sideline and racked up tackles, averaging 11.3 stops per game in the last nine weeks. Defensive coordinator Bob Sutton also used him frequently as a pass rusher. With space clogging Kris Jenkins (6'4/390) now at nose tackle, Harris will be better shielded than he was behind 3-4 misfit Dewayne Robertson (6'1/317). Opponents will also have to key on new rush linebacker Vernon Gholston, who'll likely line up adjacent to Harris at ROLB. Harris is big (6'2/245), fast (4.53 at 2007 Combine), instinctive, and durable. With a full-time starting job, we expect him to supplant Patrick Willis as the NFL's leading tackler this season. 2007 Line: 127 (90 solo) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetfuel Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Evan Silva / IDP Nation May 15, 2008 IDP Breakouts: Linebackers You might notice that most of the Individual Defensive Players on this list play for teams whose offenses probably won't be very good this year. No Patriots, Colts, Steelers, Browns, or Jaguars. Naturally, teams lacking great offenses tend to play defense more, giving defenders increased opportunities to fill the stat sheet. While there are exceptions, (most often at the DL position), it's a good idea to consider the other side of the ball when drafting your IDP lineup.We begin a three-part IDP series with five linebackers capable of taking major statistical leaps in 2008. Defensive backs and linemen are forthcoming. Jets ILB David Harris Harris was nothing short of beastly after replacing injured Jonathan Vilma at weak inside linebacker in Week 8 last season. Harris roamed sideline to sideline and racked up tackles, averaging 11.3 stops per game in the last nine weeks. Defensive coordinator Bob Sutton also used him frequently as a pass rusher. With space clogging Kris Jenkins (6'4/390) now at nose tackle, Harris will be better shielded than he was behind 3-4 misfit Dewayne Robertson (6'1/317). Opponents will also have to key on new rush linebacker Vernon Gholston, who'll likely line up adjacent to Harris at ROLB. Harris is big (6'2/245), fast (4.53 at 2007 Combine), instinctive, and durable. With a full-time starting job, we expect him to supplant Patrick Willis as the NFL's leading tackler this season. 2007 Line: 127 (90 solo) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nj meadowlands Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Does that say he's the best ILB in the game next year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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