Flying Elvis
Footballguy
I don't know tackle comparisons versus other teams.@Bri do titans LB's typically not get a huge amount of tackles in comparison to other teams that funnel traffic to the linebackers? How generous is the Titans home stat crew in doling out tackles and assists ?
It's either throw a few linemen at Simmons or run away from him, much like Donald and Jones.
Quality wise- the Titans only have one starting ILB according to many so they're expected to pickup an ILB around waivers or late trade. Reiterate Dr Gibby and Campbell should be backups.
They have pass rushers galore this year at OLB but coverage ability is pretty suspect for some of them.
Rashaan Evans and Jayon Brown get rumored to return by fans but no one is buying that at all. That said. It's what they need, very much so, and would fill the voids perfectly.
Reality is probably more nickel, three safety look they like etc.
You mentioned Elijah Molden as potentially filling a slot coverage role and/or getting safety work. He could be very valuable as a designated CB that gets far more tackle opportunities than a typical CB if he's outside then kicks inside and/or gets safety snaps. Is there a path to start at CB or is he only playing a small role (at least initially)?