Starting FR Seems Like A Bad Idea

[YaketySax]

Physically they are rarely ready to grind for 12 games. How many times did Walker start? I know of other times under Stoops true FR start towards the end of seasons due to poor depth or injuries (example is Darrian Kinnard at RT).

Also, Paschal started off as OLB before putting on weight and moving inside. That was also 2017 before there was as much depth as the 2024 front 7 features.

 

[tdcat]

Starting? It says they expect to use them as pass rushers.

 

[Deeeefense]

Getting on the field isn't "starting" no way these guys pass up JJ and Fearbry, but they may get them some snaps.
The problem is half the time you only have 1 OLB/edge rusher in the game with Afari in the Sam spot as a hybrid OLB/safety type player with coverage responsibilities.

 

[Blouman]

I don't think we will have to rely on freshman on our defensive side. Plenty
of talent and experience there. But hopefully we can get big enough leads
in some games to get them some snaps.