Ron Edwards vs. Pat Williams

[Kelly the Dog]

Our pass defense was ranked 2nd in the conference, our run defense sixth.  I would've thought that was reversed.  So, it's harder to argue that pass D should be the top priority.  But, if we stick with Edwards and go after a Ty Law, Antoine Winfield-type CB who can play the run as well as the pass, we would be better off with option 2.  In turn, stronger pass rush from Edwards helps the pass D.  It could be a win-win.

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IMO, the pass D was higher rated simply because of the run D. When it is 2-9 or 3-7 your pass D is suddenly great. When it's 2-3 or 3-2, your pass d often gets killed. If Pat Williams leaves and Ron Edwards replaces him, this defense will suffer greatly in all aspects.