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Expectations are running high forGreen Bay Packersrookie linebackerJake Ryanalready.
Many see him as the saving grace for the troubles that have ailed the inside linebacker position in thePackersdefense for years.
However, we still have yet to see if Ryan’s game fits well in the Packers 3-4 scheme or not, and if Ryan can impress enough on the field to hold down one of the inside backer spots soClay Matthewscan spend more time at his natural position at outside linebacker.
Despite the vote of confidence from thePackersscout staff and coaches, plenty of questions still surround the 6-foot-2, 240-pound linebacker out of Michigan.
Ryan has all of the numbers coming out of college you like for a linebacker at the next level. He was a tackling machine and the heart of the Wolverines defense. He’s also intelligent, athletic, and has better speed than people give him credit for.
He’s a nice blend of explosive ability and pure determination and savvy.
But, how will he exactly fit in the Packers defense this year?
That’s the question we’ll take a look at today in this film study – the first in a four-part series that breaks down Ryan’s game.
Recently I took a look atDamarious Randall’s film, the Packers first round pick, and discussed how well he’ll transfer to cornerback in Green Bay’s defense.
With Ryan, we’ll primarily focus on his ability as a run defender, whether that be in pursuit between the tackles, his ability to disengage from blocks, and his knack for making explosive plays behind the line of scrimmage.
Unfortunately, out of the three games I used for this film study (Ohio State, Michigan State, Indiana), there isn’t a lot of footage of Ryan dropping in coverage, so this aspect of his game remains a bit of mystery and something we’ll have to pay close attention to in training camp this year.
Let’s start today with our first of a four-part series by taking a look at Ryan’s primary duty as an inside linebacker – stopping the run.
The first thing that stands out about Ryan’s game on film is his ability against the run.
As a linebacker, he’s a classic thumper, and he has natural knack for plugging holes and taking down ball carriers between the tackles. His team-leading 112 tackles at Michigan last season reflect just how big of an impact he made in run defense.
Let’s make no qualms about it. Ryan’s greatest asset on the field is his ability against the run, which should help a Packers defense that finished 23rd in run defense last year.
Let’s take a look at the film and see how Ryan impacts the game as a run defender. I would like to highlight three plays from his game against Indiana. This game is great to watch when studying Ryan – a game he recorded 10 solo tackles and made some big-time stops.
Head over to the site for the rest
Expectations are running high forGreen Bay Packersrookie linebackerJake Ryanalready.
Many see him as the saving grace for the troubles that have ailed the inside linebacker position in thePackersdefense for years.
However, we still have yet to see if Ryan’s game fits well in the Packers 3-4 scheme or not, and if Ryan can impress enough on the field to hold down one of the inside backer spots soClay Matthewscan spend more time at his natural position at outside linebacker.
Despite the vote of confidence from thePackersscout staff and coaches, plenty of questions still surround the 6-foot-2, 240-pound linebacker out of Michigan.
Ryan has all of the numbers coming out of college you like for a linebacker at the next level. He was a tackling machine and the heart of the Wolverines defense. He’s also intelligent, athletic, and has better speed than people give him credit for.
He’s a nice blend of explosive ability and pure determination and savvy.
But, how will he exactly fit in the Packers defense this year?
That’s the question we’ll take a look at today in this film study – the first in a four-part series that breaks down Ryan’s game.
Recently I took a look atDamarious Randall’s film, the Packers first round pick, and discussed how well he’ll transfer to cornerback in Green Bay’s defense.
With Ryan, we’ll primarily focus on his ability as a run defender, whether that be in pursuit between the tackles, his ability to disengage from blocks, and his knack for making explosive plays behind the line of scrimmage.
Unfortunately, out of the three games I used for this film study (Ohio State, Michigan State, Indiana), there isn’t a lot of footage of Ryan dropping in coverage, so this aspect of his game remains a bit of mystery and something we’ll have to pay close attention to in training camp this year.
Let’s start today with our first of a four-part series by taking a look at Ryan’s primary duty as an inside linebacker – stopping the run.
The first thing that stands out about Ryan’s game on film is his ability against the run.
As a linebacker, he’s a classic thumper, and he has natural knack for plugging holes and taking down ball carriers between the tackles. His team-leading 112 tackles at Michigan last season reflect just how big of an impact he made in run defense.
Let’s make no qualms about it. Ryan’s greatest asset on the field is his ability against the run, which should help a Packers defense that finished 23rd in run defense last year.
Let’s take a look at the film and see how Ryan impacts the game as a run defender. I would like to highlight three plays from his game against Indiana. This game is great to watch when studying Ryan – a game he recorded 10 solo tackles and made some big-time stops.
Head over to the site for the rest