I am in full agreement with you on this.
I don't know the technicalities of the position, but just from the eye test, Bernard has done many things that Edmunds was unable to do for us. I had my concerns about Bernard before the year started, not anymore.
I will echo what one poster said that due to Bernard's size and aggressive style, that usually leads to getting injured.
See, Taron Johnson. That is a concern, so hopefully we can see him the entire season.