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In 2012, LSU will have the best D-Line in America

Posted on 3/19/12 at 2:04 pm
Posted by 228Tiger
Harrison County
Member since Feb 2012
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Posted on 3/19/12 at 2:04 pm
TRY US!



AT DE:
BARKEVIOUS MINGO, 6'5 245, JUNIOR---SPEED DEMON

There is no other defensive end in college football that can chase down Oregon's LaMichael James from the far side of the field. If Anthony Johnson is a "Freak" at defensive tackle, this describes Mingo at Defensive End


AT DT:
BENNIE LOGAN,6'3 290 Ib., JUNIOR--ANOTHER SOLID NFL DT PROSPECT FROM LSU

Though he was overshadowed by Brockers a lot, Logan is arguably one of the most productive defensive players on the team. A force inside, he should solidify his spot as a starter in 2012, before possibly making a jump to the NFL.


AT DT: ANTHONY "FREAK" JOHNSON,6'3 310, SOPHOMORE
One of LSU's most highly anticipated D-line recruits, the freak should live up to his name as a starter after a solid freshman campaign. Has a motor like former LSU great Glenn Dorsey, but at this stage may be even better


AT DE: "SONIC" SAM MONTGOMERY, 6'4 250, JUNIOR
Has all the physical tools to become a prototypical first round Defensive end in the NFL. Made the decision to stay at LSU for his junior year and the Greenwood, SC native should give LSU a fast, athletic pass rush




Non-starters that will contribute big:

Sophomore defensive end Jermauria Rasco, Senior defensive end Lavar Edwards



As long as we stay healthy, this could be one of the most productive LSU defensive lines in history, maybe THE most talented overall. It would be AMAZING to see them all come back next year, but I assume that a few will leave for the NFL draft...


D-LINE U
This post was edited on 3/19/12 at 2:11 pm
Posted by Party At LSU
Baton Rouge
Member since Nov 2005
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Posted on 3/19/12 at 2:06 pm to
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In 2012, LSU will have the best D-Line in America


FIFY
Posted by BayouBengals03
lsu14always
Member since Nov 2007
99999 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 2:06 pm to
Mingo, Montgomery, and Logan are all gone after this year. But it'll be a great year.
Posted by C
Houston
Member since Dec 2007
27824 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 2:08 pm to
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Has a motor like former LSU great Glenn Dorsey


I thought he was black?
Posted by 228Tiger
Harrison County
Member since Feb 2012
12112 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 2:09 pm to
Posted by 3XTiger
backwoods
Member since Jul 2004
1514 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 2:13 pm to
Token?
Posted by brewhan davey
Audubon Place
Member since Sep 2010
32790 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 2:47 pm to
It's really hard to debate this topic. Not only will the four you've highlighted play in the NFL, but our second and third teams are filled with pro-talent as well. I really hope we can stay away from injuries next year (although our backups are more than capable) because it is going to be a nightmare for opposing offenses.

Posted by bctiger6
NOLA
Member since Jul 2007
1355 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 3:03 pm to
So far it sounds like Ego is ahead of Johnson in the rotation. Doesn't really matter at this point but it does show Ego is making big strides
Posted by Powerman
Member since Jan 2004
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Posted on 3/19/12 at 3:08 pm to
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So far it sounds like Ego is ahead of Johnson in the rotation. Doesn't really matter at this point but it does show Ego is making big strides


If that's the case it's probably a good thing since we know Johnson is no slouch
Posted by OBUDan
Chicago
Member since Aug 2006
40723 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 3:49 pm to
In general, I agree with your assessment.

We should learn a lot about Bennie Logan this year. He looked really good last year, but how much of that is a benefit from playing next to a stud like Brockers? It's a question you have to ask. We've seen it happen time and again (Dorsey and Tyson Jackson, for instance).

We also struggled to get a good pass rush with just our front 4 last year. We need to improve there. Lots of the sacks were racked up on guys just coming free due to confusion created by blitzes, which is great, but we saw against Alabama how when the blitzes are picked up, you need to be able to get after them with just your front.

Mingo is a freak of nature, and I'm guessing will be the highest player taken from this team (or last year's).

Sam is a really strong player that still needs to refine his game. He needs more pass-rushing moves. He does play with relentless effort and he's a bonafide run stopper.

Who plays the second DT spot is a big question. Freak showed flashes last year and he's the guy most of us expect to take the reigns, but Ego was a big recruit in his own right (Ego played way, way too high in the time I saw him last year).

Also, I think Justin Maclin will be heavily in the rotation. He's looked bigger and stronger in the videos I've seen.
Posted by memphisplaya
Member since Jan 2009
85797 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 4:02 pm to
I really hope Josh Downs can stay healthy, but I have my doubts.
Posted by OBUDan
Chicago
Member since Aug 2006
40723 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 4:07 pm to
Yeah, he's a nice body to have in the rotation. Unfortunate he's never been able to hold up.

I'm most excited about the depth.

We should have about 10 DL that are all worthy of seeing PT.
Posted by Party At LSU
Baton Rouge
Member since Nov 2005
10694 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 4:10 pm to
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We should have about 10 DL that are all worthy of seeing PT.


11 or 12 if you count Aghyere, Maclin or maybe Mickey Johnson.
Posted by LsuTool
Member since Oct 2009
34847 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 4:11 pm to
quote:

Mingo, Montgomery, and Logan are all gone after this year. But it'll be a great year.


according to the rant, we are losing those 3 plus mathieu, eric reid, and maybe tharold simon.

Posted by H-Town Tiger
Member since Nov 2003
59104 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 4:39 pm to
quote:

according to the rant, we are losing those 3 plus mathieu, eric reid, and maybe tharold simon


always the dark cloud behind every silver lining.

:omg:
Posted by OBUDan
Chicago
Member since Aug 2006
40723 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 4:57 pm to
quote:

11 or 12 if you count Aghyere, Maclin or maybe Mickey Johnson.



I was counting Maclin

Montgomery
Mingo
Logan
Ego
Freak
Downs
Edwards
Maclin
Rasco


I don't know about Aghayere. Seems like he may be done playing. But I bet one of Mickey Johnson or Quentin Thomas get PT, maybe both.
Posted by bigeztiger
Columbus Ohio
Member since Jul 2011
5092 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 5:57 pm to
CANT WAIT!
Posted by LSUIEGRAD13
Member since Jan 2011
3939 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 6:06 pm to
How recent was the last 10 sack LSU player? Also, has lsu ever had two players with 10+ sacks in a year?
Posted by 228Tiger
Harrison County
Member since Feb 2012
12112 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 6:14 pm to
Where did you hear this from? Not trying to be an arse but this would be incredible news for our D-line depth if true. We really needed Ego to step up his game. He has all the talent...
Posted by DBG
vermont
Member since May 2004
71666 posts
Posted on 3/19/12 at 6:19 pm to
quote:

I really hope Josh Downs can stay healthy, but I have my doubts.


he cant

sucks, but all he can do is provide short bursts of energy and QB pressure. really wish he could stay healthy because he has shown the knack for getting after the QB
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