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Adding mass and size on the edge
On defense, the Gophers clearly need to add more length and size on the edge. There were games where Minnesota shied away from sending edge rushers because they needed mass to help contain the running game. Freshman Nate Umlor was thrust into extended playing time because of depth issues up front. Redshirt freshman Esezi Otomewo is a name to monitor closely in the spring sessions. “Big O,” as he’s called by the coaching staff, has added nearly 25 pounds since joining the program. He currently measures in at 6-foot-6, 240 pounds and has enough athleticism to make a major impact in the 4-3 defense.
In addition, highly touted Ohio defensive end Alex Reigelsperger brings a physical persona to a position yearning for depth. The coaches also could use the versatility of incoming freshman defensive lineman Mayan Ahanotu. Thy can play him at defensive end or inside at three-technique. Ahanotu, the son of Chidi Ahanotu, a 12-year NFL veteran, brings a finesse style player with position flexibility to the Gophers’ roster. It wouldn’t be surprising to see Minnesota run a more traditional 4-3 scheme, rather than a hybrid 3-4 look. They will have an injection of capable players to make the system more effective.
One year has concluded for P.J. Fleck, but he can’t truly be evaluated until after year three. Fleck must have a chance to execute his three-part depth injection plan. The foundation must be laid and it will take patience to see results.
https://www.1500espn.com/gophers-2/2017/11/p-j-fleck-enters-phase-two-gopher-football-vision/
Go Gophers!!
Adding mass and size on the edge
On defense, the Gophers clearly need to add more length and size on the edge. There were games where Minnesota shied away from sending edge rushers because they needed mass to help contain the running game. Freshman Nate Umlor was thrust into extended playing time because of depth issues up front. Redshirt freshman Esezi Otomewo is a name to monitor closely in the spring sessions. “Big O,” as he’s called by the coaching staff, has added nearly 25 pounds since joining the program. He currently measures in at 6-foot-6, 240 pounds and has enough athleticism to make a major impact in the 4-3 defense.
In addition, highly touted Ohio defensive end Alex Reigelsperger brings a physical persona to a position yearning for depth. The coaches also could use the versatility of incoming freshman defensive lineman Mayan Ahanotu. Thy can play him at defensive end or inside at three-technique. Ahanotu, the son of Chidi Ahanotu, a 12-year NFL veteran, brings a finesse style player with position flexibility to the Gophers’ roster. It wouldn’t be surprising to see Minnesota run a more traditional 4-3 scheme, rather than a hybrid 3-4 look. They will have an injection of capable players to make the system more effective.
One year has concluded for P.J. Fleck, but he can’t truly be evaluated until after year three. Fleck must have a chance to execute his three-part depth injection plan. The foundation must be laid and it will take patience to see results.
https://www.1500espn.com/gophers-2/2017/11/p-j-fleck-enters-phase-two-gopher-football-vision/
Go Gophers!!