The Defense Only Thread

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Originally Posted by SkinsGuru

So since Berry became the Defensive Coordinator the skins have led the league in forced fumbles and fumble recoveries. Do you think that "we must strip the ball" attitude is a reason the tackling has been so bad? Will Blackman said he missed two tackles against the Browns trying to strip the ball. Are others?

I doubt he is preaching strip over tackle. Did see several plays on Sunday where it appeared they were more concerned witj stripping the ball, but, unfortunately, I think it is simply because they cannot tackle. Like once the guy runs for 14 yards stripping is the only option left.