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Vote: Which 2 linebackers do you want to see patrolling the middle?

Ernie Padaon — Tue, 24 May 2011 05:24:29 +0000

This 2011 roster seems far from complete and AJ needs to look at bolstering the middle linebacker spot on the team. The top 3 middle linebackers on the team are going to be free agents whenever this lockout is over. Do we bring those guys back or do we look outside with free agency or a trade?

Lets take a look at some of the possible options: (more…)

“We’re gonna load [defensive coordinator Greg Manusky’s] wagon”

Ernie Padaon — Mon, 09 May 2011 17:52:20 +0000

GIT 'ER DONE!!!

“We’re gonna load [defensive coordinator Greg Manusky’s] wagon,” said Smith. “We’re doing it now. We’re gonna look at free agency and give him every opportunity to turn this sucker loose on defense.”

From espn.go.com (share this quote)

Check out that quote from AJ Smith on his latest conference call to the fans! Does that sound exciting or what!? We are going to load up this defense and let it run loose! (more…)

The Pack Cut AJ Hawk, Should the Bolts Take a Look?

Ernie Padaon — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 22:52:00 +0000

The Packers released AJ Hawk today and cleared $10.5 million off their payroll. The San Diego Chargers are in need of help at the linebacker position, both of their starting middle linebackers Stephen Cooper and Kevin Burnett are free agents. It seems that the Chargers first priority in the middle is to bring Kevin Burnett back and Stephen Cooper may have played his last game as a Bolt.

A.J. Hawk would be able to play one of the inside linebacker positions. The Packers ran a 3-4 defense last season during their championship run and Hawk could be a force in the middle.

If the Chargers do not go after Hawk, there are other options that the Chargers could look at. Takeo Spikes played under our defensive coordinator Greg Manusky last season in San Francisco and has flourished late in his career. He would add veteran leadership and would also be familiar with Manusky’s style of play.

Kirk Morrisonis also a good option in the middle. His numbers dipped a little with the Jacksonville Jaguars, but playing for a playoff contender could revive him. He has not been in the playoffs his whole NFL career. He would also be coming back to San Diego where he spent his college career with the SDSU Aztecs.

Knowing AJ Smith, we will probably look to fill any holes in our lineup through the draft or with lower tier free agents. I guess we will have to wait and see what AJ brings us next year (if we have a season).