Stepping Up in 2009

[Defensewins]

1) All of our ROOKIES from last year need to step up except Horton. We had a weak class of rookies last year so far. They better show up in shape this time.

2) OL and Campbell - Our O-line needs to step up. It will help Campbell.

3) Pass Rush - Neeed DL and LB to produce more sacks, while staying stout against the run.

4) Outside LB's - We need WLB and SLB to step up and play physical. Our oustside LB were not disruptive last year.

5) Nickel Back - Now that Shawn Taylor is gone and Rogers & Hall are our two starters, we need Smoot or someone else to step up and play well as nickel CB. Smoot was not up to the task last year. HE was the weak link when he played.