Richard Seymour: How Does He Fit Into Raider Defense?

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Published: September 14, 2009

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... to help bolster our questionable d-line.

But one problem. How does a 6'6'' 310 pound 3-4 defensive end fit into a 4-3?

I'm sorry but this trade really threw me off.

Do the Raiders play Burgess at D-end? Well at his size he will likely only be used in running situations and that doesn't bode well for him if he really plans on being the guy on top of the QB.

If he does play D-end he will likely take over Jay Richardson's spot being subed out for Trevor Scott on passing downs.

Does he play the 3-technique D-tackle spot. He's an ideal build, but that job is already taken by Tommy Kelly who actually does a pretty good job.

If he were to play that would send a definate message to Kelly. With Kelly and Seymour rotating in at the 3-technique we would definately get max production out of the position. Only problem is we are still neglecting the one or zero-technique nose-tackle that we've been forgeting to address for so many years.

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