Spiderweb Posted November 1, 2017 Posted November 1, 2017 Matt seems like he's taken advantage of his opportunity and if he keeps playing like this and improving with each game, he may stick around as a starter and replace Alexander on the other side. His speed has been quite noticeable compared to our other linebackers and he's shown he has the potential to be a very solid linebacker. Could potentially a nice find late in the 2017 draft. .... How soon some forget Humbers play before the thumb injury. I recall speed being a big part of his game...just saying..... Sent from my LGLS992 using Tapatalk
NickelCity Posted November 1, 2017 Posted November 1, 2017 Humber was playing at a very high level. Glad to have him back, and I expect to see Milano come in on passing downs.
CDogg20 Posted November 1, 2017 Posted November 1, 2017 I think Milano deserves a hard look for starter. The thing I find fun about this is how all of you are quick to forget we only have him because we gave up td mike for the 5th rounder. We snagged him with that pick. Begs the question which player would you rather have?
fansince88 Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 On 11/1/2017 at 3:36 AM, CDogg20 said: I think Milano deserves a hard look for starter. The thing I find fun about this is how all of you are quick to forget we only have him because we gave up td mike for the 5th rounder. We snagged him with that pick. Begs the question which player would you rather have? You mean "healthy scratch" Mike?
Brianmoorman4jesus Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 Milano needs to be moved to full time MLB and play every single snap. He is the best LB on our team, good things happen when he’s on the field. Passing lanes are smaller, there seem to be more opportunities for turnovers. He is fast, young and physical. Preston Brown is way to slow to play MLB in this defense, move him to SLB where he belongs. Milano should be the centerpiece and face of this defense going forward. The guy needs to be on the field all game.
Richard Noggin Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 3 minutes ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: Milano needs to be moved to full time MLB and play every single snap. He is the best LB on our team, good things happen when he’s on the field. Passing lanes are smaller, there seem to be more opportunities for turnovers. He is fast, young and physical. Preston Brown is way to slow to play MLB in this defense, move him to SLB where he belongs. Milano should be the centerpiece and face of this defense going forward. The guy needs to be on the field all game. Agreed that he needs to be on the field, however... Milano is suited for the WLB position in this defense. His athleticism and versatility can be showcased there. At MLB we'd see his weaknesses magnified: sifting through traffic and shedding linemen's blocks. A faster MLB would be awesome. But I don't think Milano is the right fit there. 1
NewEra Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 13 minutes ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: Milano needs to be moved to full time MLB and play every single snap. He is the best LB on our team, good things happen when he’s on the field. Passing lanes are smaller, there seem to be more opportunities for turnovers. He is fast, young and physical. Preston Brown is way to slow to play MLB in this defense, move him to SLB where he belongs. Milano should be the centerpiece and face of this defense going forward. The guy needs to be on the field all game. I hope he’s not the MLB of our future. Looking at our current LB unit, I’d be fine with him playing Mlb, strictly because we may have the worst Lb unit in the league. Going forward, I think he suits the WLB spot very well and should start there next to a draft pick or FA that isn’t currently on the team. Id prefer to start Humber at MLB and Milano at WLb to see if Milano can show improvement and can take the WLB position next season. Brown can go at any time. 9 minutes ago, Richard Noggin said: Agreed that he needs to be on the field, however... Milano is suited for the WLB position in this defense. His athleticism and versatility can be showcased there. At MLB we'd see his weaknesses magnified: sifting through traffic and shedding linemen's blocks. A faster MLB would be awesome. But I don't think Milano is the right fit there. 100% agree
buffalobloodfloridahome Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 Linebackers that can cover sideline to sideline are pivotal in defenses now especially with the emergence of tight ends in this league. We could always get Mario Williams back he loves to drop into coverage
Brianmoorman4jesus Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 16 minutes ago, Richard Noggin said: Agreed that he needs to be on the field, however... Milano is suited for the WLB position in this defense. His athleticism and versatility can be showcased there. At MLB we'd see his weaknesses magnified: sifting through traffic and shedding linemen's blocks. A faster MLB would be awesome. But I don't think Milano is the right fit there. Maybe I’m being greedy but I want to play Milano at MLB now. Let him get control of the calls on the field and being the brain of the defense this year, then draft an even faster guy in April to play WLB. The game has changed. LBs need to be able to run. I want Milano to play MLB and by next year he will have already had a year of this Defense under his belt. Bring in an even faster guy in the offseason and let him play WLB.
T master Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 While Humber was hurt this guy played his butt off & made a lot of plays it almost seemed as though when Humber came back that was when the D started its down hill slide . I I thought McD would see that & change things back & have Humber as the rotation guy ... I think Millano is a better fit for this D it needs his speed !!
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 32 minutes ago, T master said: While Humber was hurt this guy played his butt off & made a lot of plays it almost seemed as though when Humber came back that was when the D started its down hill slide . I I thought McD would see that & change things back & have Humber as the rotation guy ... I think Millano is a better fit for this D it needs his speed !! ....EXACTLY!.....injury was unfortunate but this kid is a baller......reminds me of Dopey Dickie Jauron's luvfest with vets.......Anthiny Thomas was his man while FredEx rode the pine....STILL remember the game when we were 1st and goal and "A-Caboose"....sorry...."Train" failed THREE times to get it in..........
D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 (edited) Weak side linebacker is good for him. He needs more PT in the rotation. Zo is more of a part times player at this point. We only really have 4 guys with Humber included who belong on the field right now. Vallejo is not ready to do much yet. But, don't sleep on him either. Edited December 9, 2017 by horned dogs
Billsfansinceday1 Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 (edited) 2 hours ago, fansince88 said: You mean "healthy scratch" Mike? Milano was a terrific pick. It looks like the Pastries need a coach who can properly use his players to get the best out of them...like Rex did. ? Edited December 9, 2017 by Billsfansinceday1 1
Big Turk Posted December 9, 2017 Posted December 9, 2017 (edited) 2 hours ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: Milano needs to be moved to full time MLB and play every single snap. He is the best LB on our team, good things happen when he’s on the field. Passing lanes are smaller, there seem to be more opportunities for turnovers. He is fast, young and physical. Preston Brown is way to slow to play MLB in this defense, move him to SLB where he belongs. Milano should be the centerpiece and face of this defense going forward. The guy needs to be on the field all game. Are you crazy? Put a 221 lb LB at MLB??? Thats light in COLLEGE for a MLB, forget about the NFL... He would be getting trucked by offensive lineman the entire game. Do you not understand the roles linebackers actually play in a defensive system? He would make a great WILL backer because he is fast and has good coverage skills, and for his size he seems like a good tackler...they are the linebackers most often asked to cover in a 4-3. I suggest you get a better understanding of the roles different linebackers play, because this is a downright ridiculous comment. Edited December 9, 2017 by matter2003 2
26CornerBlitz Posted December 11, 2017 Posted December 11, 2017 Just now, Kelly the Dog said: He cants play MLB. Better at WLB.
Brianmoorman4jesus Posted December 11, 2017 Posted December 11, 2017 10 minutes ago, Kelly the Dog said: He cants play MLB. He cans... its not 1982 anymore. LBs are there to cover. The days of the bigger LB are over.
Kelly the Dog Posted December 11, 2017 Posted December 11, 2017 1 minute ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: He cans... its not 1982 anymore. LBs are there to cover. The days of the bigger LB are over. MLB still have to shed blocks. He can play MLB on 3rd and 10, sure. I bet you that McD doesn't think he can play MLB.
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