re: Ryan Baker

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Hey Lynxcat I agree they are the starters, but give them a spell on those long drives, or when they are banged up (like Sheppard). I think Baker and the safety from FL (no. 37) should play more on D.

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I can agree with that. The issue is that Kelvin Sheppard/Perry Riley are constantly getting breaks because they switch with Chad Jones on just about every other play. If they were playing every single down, then I could understand your argument, but they get spelled enough by CJ to stay fresh 95% of the time (or should at least if conditioned well).

#37 is Karnell Hatcher. He was my "sleeper" from last year's recruiting class. However, even I am surprised with the amount of PT he has seen as a true freshman. He needs to add some weight, but he has been a sure tackler and has played very well when given the opportunity.