re: SEC tonight says saints talking to Russell Sheppard from Lsu

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I do feel like Patrick Robinson is 1. Better than he is given credit for and 2. Gettin better every year and 3. About to hit his stride

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Sorry, I totally disagree. I think he is one of the best athletes on the team but he makes some of the worst decisions as a corner I've ever seen. He takes bad angles on tackles and covering receivers on m2m. I've seen him often play too close to the LOS in zone and he's out of position for the pass. The only redeeming factor is his physical abilities - even when he takes bad angles on coverage - allows him to remain in the play. As he starts to age, if he doesn't start playing smarter, he'll be dumped. That doesn't mean he can't change and play better, with the right coaching.

He's been in the NFL for 3 years and he doesn't play like it. The only standout play that I can think of is picking off Michael Vick this past year. I will give him a pass since he will see 3 defensive coordinators in 4 years. Stability hasn't been there for him to grow:

2010/2011: Gregg Williams. Sit on an island and wait for when our 8 man rush doesn't get to the QB.
2012: Spags. Expect to know what to do, look to the sidelines for me making devil horns with my fingers when you don't.
2013: Rob Ryan. I expect better results this year from him.

I hope the new coaching staff can force change in the mentality of our secondary. Last year the entire defense looked lost, so there has to be some improvement this year totally.