The Philadelphia Eagles' cornerback room has been a topic of interest, and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has some intriguing insights. With the recent trades for Michael Carter II and Jaire Alexander, the team aims to bolster their depth and find a solid CB2. But here's where it gets controversial: Fangio's take on the current state of the secondary before these additions.
After their Week 8 victory over the Giants, Fangio addressed the future plans for Kelee Ringo. He acknowledged Ringo's improved performance but emphasized the need to assess Jakorian Bennett and Adoree' Jackson post-injury.
Fangio explained the lack of consistency from Ringo, attributing it to the need for more game time and practice. He believes Ringo needs to develop his instincts and quicken his understanding of the game.
The Eagles have been seeking stability in their cornerback room, which led to Cooper DeJean's versatile role, including snaps as an outside corner. Fangio praised DeJean's impact, calling him a steal from last year's draft. He highlighted DeJean's versatility, describing him as a 'damn good nickel' and a potential safety, but ultimately, he's just a great all-around player.
Fangio admitted they considered moving DeJean to the outside full-time but realized they have a valuable asset at the nickel position. It's a delicate balance, as moving players around can impact their overall effectiveness. Instead, the focus is on maximizing DeJean's involvement.
The addition of Carter and Alexander could simplify some of these decisions. Carter's slot experience and Alexander's outside presence should help define DeJean's role more clearly.
So, what do you think? Is Fangio's strategy the right approach? Should the Eagles continue to explore DeJean's versatility, or is it better to keep him in a more specialized role? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Remember, in football, as in life, sometimes the best move is to embrace your strengths and let your natural talents shine.
