I don't think that Dareus' season was simply a matter of him growing up. Someone pushed the right buttons with him and I think that was Pepper. If you want to see Spikes return Pepper staying put would also be helpful.
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He is kind of stiff. What did you think about him making a point to say that he believes in competition at every position when Rex was asked a ? about EJ? Seemed that Doug went out of his way to make that point. Maybe a not so subtle shot at Doug II?
He laughed at Sully's first question to him, guess I'm going to have to warm up to this guy.
Very impressive conference in terms of unity, one team from everyone on the dais. (yes, I know...what else would they say...)
They had better depth & Spikes/Graham, but to me the defense was better because of scheme. Pettine was more of a risk taker & this unit had enough talent to get the job done without a bunch of exotic blitzes. I'll take the safe approach (with this talent) every day of the week.
It's gonna take some getting used to, isn't it?