re: The LB situation is not dire as you think

KB was the most important player on the defense this year IMO and that says a whole heck of a lot with guys like Jamal and White playing like AA first rounders. He was crucial in nearly every successful short yardage and goal line situation. He went sideline to sideline with the best of them. The only player that seems to have his ability is White.

Nobody is going to just jump in there and perform like KB did this year but the youngsters competing for that job could definitely develop into something similar.

I guess what I am trying to say is that Aranda isn't going to be able to plug in the next guy and replace a guy like KB. The most important thing right now is for the DL to step up and not depend on those youngsters like White to have to play at KB's level for the defense to continue to be elite as a whole.

Thompson isn't starting over Alexander and I doubt the walk on LB will play ahead of Monty Rice who'll be here next month

I think Stevens wins that safety spot opposite battle also but don't forget Eric Monroe was a top 3 safety in last year's class too

I've been waiting for Voohries to shine. Hope he eat gud baw.

I agree that it's time to see White take over...certainly all these weeks to prepare for one game should be enough...let Riley make the calls if necessary on critical plays...