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The New England Patriots: Retool, not Reinvent, the 3-4 Scheme
Published: May 19, 2009
As a result it requires very cerebral players to effectively occupy the blockers and clog lanes so the linebackers can tackle. Patriots' rookie Jerrod Mayo was able to take advantage by leading the team in tackles.
This years draft brought Ron Brace who was largely overshadowed by B.J. Raji at Boston college. Ron is a little bit one-dimensional; but the one thing he does well is exactly what the Patriots need. He is very effective at jamming the middle.
More teams are leaning toward this scheme so it is very important to have offensive players who can block and help protect the quarterback.
This scheme requires a good run blocking tight-end which the Patriots haven't seen in a long time. Tom Brady is coming off of major knee surgery and this was one area of concern. The Patriots hope the trade for Alex Smith will help keep their franchise quarterba...
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