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Ive been really been impressed with Brandon Jones, he's seems to be in the right spots and is a hitter, glad to see 98 making a few plays here and there, 23 is a work in process, im glad he's getting to watch and learn after his baptism by fire. Stowbridge finally active which is encouraging, and my favorite Benito Jones is getting a few snaps..Overall very encouraging, wondering what you X and O guys see
 
My quick take:

Noah Igbinoghene - kid is 20 and this is purely a developmental year for him. But... oodles of upside.

Raekwon Davis - starting to show some legit freak. Ain't no fools gonna take him on one-on-one.

Brandon Jones - has future *star* ascending. Love this kids game.

Jason Strowbridge - just getting into the show now. We'll see..

Curtis Weaver - obvious injury blowout (got claimed) - was obviously not in SFL shape!
 
Davis has got a Daryl Gardener look to him. Hopefully minus the steroids. Definitely not a traditional nose tackle and I wonder if he'd be better off playing next to one of those big boys that can consistently occupy a couple interior linemen. The kid is a real physical specimen and I haven't seen the lackadaisical play that he was accused of by those who watched him closely in college.

I only notice Igbo when hes screwing something up so couldn't really say what hes done right. I'm sure hes done enough since they keep giving him playing time. Jones is kinda the opposite where I only notice him when he does something right. They both have some pretty good players starting in front of them and will get the opportunity to learn without having too much pressure heaped on them.

Poor Weaver.....feel bad for the kid.
 
I think the coaching staff will do wonders with Davis. You already see it coming through. Jones has a nose for where the play is going, he’s got real football instincts and high IQ. Those are the two that stand out.
 
Jones has been the best of the defensive rookies so far. Seems to be a smart player, who is always in the right position. Nice pick on round three.

Noah Igbinoghene has been in over his head. The early injury to Jones forced him into the lineup before he was ready. Seems to be playing better now in a backup role.

I thought Davis played well against Arizona. He's getting his feet wet.

I saw that Strowbridge played against the Cardinals, but didn't notice much.
 
SF Dolphin Fan said:
Jones has been the best of the defensive rookies so far. Seems to be a smart player, who is always in the right position. Nice pick on round three.

Noah Igbinoghene has been in over his head. The early injury to Jones forced him into the lineup before he was ready. Seems to be playing better now in a backup role.

I thought Davis played well against Arizona. He's getting his feet wet.

I saw that Strowbridge played against the Cardinals, but didn't notice much.
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Any idea what Jones 40 time was? He's can defintely run.
Can't wait for him to get his assignments down and start playing with anticipation.
Right now he's all athelete out there.
 
I hope Iggy develops into a quality player. We could've gotten a WR or RB or other need with that 1st rd pick.
 
Iggy looks to still be adjusting to the pro game. He's certainly talented, but has struggled some. Experience is hopefully all he needs to reach his potential.

Raekwon Davis has begun to make some plays. He's an enormous man, who I think fits better as a 4/3 DT and not as a NT. I've been hopeful Flores could get Davis to be a factor, whereas at Alabama he disappeared after his Sophomore season. Not sure about him, but do realize he's begun to make some noise.

Brandon Jones just might be the best defensive player drafted, by Miami, in 2020. He was known as a player with very high football IQ and it has played out so far this season. His speed, tackling and smarts are all things we've seen out of Jones. Love his style and what he brings to the table.

Jason Strowbridge apparently impressed the coaching staff in his limit action against the Cardinals. I read his speed and quickness were what caught the coaches attention. Loved the pick and still have high hopes he becomes a steady rotational part of the defense moving forward.
 
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Iggy for the few times i saw him on the field did welll against the cardinals, Needham is just a great nickel CB to have and so is Rowe they are unsung heroes that is making the defense work by stopping all the short crossing routes from the Slot.. Its part of the reason we are able to bring the house against teams they just don't give space but its not an indictment on Iggy but I'd maybe like to see if he could learn FS next year to challenge Bobby Mccain.
 
SmokyFin said:
I hope Iggy develops into a quality player. We could've gotten a WR or RB or other need with that 1st rd pick.
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That was never going to happen. If it weren't Iggy, it would have been another similar player.
 
dolfan91 said:
Iggy looks to still be adjusting to the pro game. He's certainly talented, but has struggled some. Experience is hopefully all he needs to reach his potential.

Raekwon Davis has begun to make some plays. He's an enormous man, who I think fits better as a 4/3 DT and not as a NT. I've been hopeful Flores could get Davis to be a factor, whereas at Alabama he disappeared after his Sophomore season. Not sure about him, but do realize he's begun to make some noise.

Brandon Jones just might be the best defensive player drafted, by Miami, in 2020. He was known as a player with very high football IQ and it has played out so far this season. His speed, tackling and smarts are all things we've seen out of Jones. Love his style and what he brings to the table.

Jason Strowbridge apparently impressed the coaching staff in his limit action against the Cardinals. I read his speed and quickness were what caught the coaches attention. Loved the pick and still have high hopes he becomes a steady rotational part of the defense moving forward.
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The way this defense operates, 3-4, 4-3 is almost irrelevant.
 
It's still early. Not much I can say that other haven't already said on this thread. one thing is for sure tho, we're not depending much on these rookies at the moment other than Jones and Davis who are getting the most snaps right now(of the rookies on defense). I don't see Davis as ever becoming a star but he should be a good part of the rotation. Jones has a chance of being very good with time tho.

As for the others, time will tell.
 
ANUFan said:
Any idea what Jones 40 time was? He's can defintely run.
Can't wait for him to get his assignments down and start playing with anticipation.
Right now he's all athelete out there.
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Google says a 4.56 in high school. No combine 40 recorded.
 
Ruckus45 said:
Google says a 4.56 in high school. No combine 40 recorded.
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That's it? He seems much more explosive than that.
Lawson said his last combine was like a 4.68 and Jones caught up and blew passed him like he was standing stil.
 
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