FlyingGreg":1bl81k5s said:
The reality is, our pass rush is just NOT on an elite level. It's better at home than on the road because of the built-in advantages of C Link.
Elite pass rushers get pressure on the road, in bad weather, no matter what. We don't have that.
I think we need to seriously consider another pass rusher in the draft, preferably a blitzing OLB type.
I'm with you 100% on this one, Greg.
I'm actually a little surprised that we haven't seen K.J. Wright blitzing more from his LB position. I remember hearing Pete and co. gush over Wright's ability to get to the QB and he looked impressive when allowed to do so last season.
I really hope the Hawks go OLB or WR in the 1st round in April. If I had to pick one, I'd lean towards OLB. Having that freak coming off the edge that can kill the QB ala Clay Matthews would be absolutely huge for this defense and what they're trying to do. Someone with speed, instincts, coverage skills, and the ability to consistently bring down the QB would put this defense over the top and make them a nightmare for opposing coaches.