ESPN expect big things from Jacob Ford

Discussion in 'Tennessee Titans and NFL Talk' started by Fry, Jul 14, 2010.

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  1. Fry

    Fry Welcome to the land of tomorrow!

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    Insider has Ford as the #2 breakout prospect this season:

    "Placed in the second spot on this list a year ago, Ford held serve in 2009. He didn't see an increase in his playing time; in fact, he didn't start a game after getting three starts in 2008. He still showed signs of being a terrifying pass rusher, though, picking up 5.5 sacks, eight hits and 10 hurries as a situational pass rusher. Despite seeing far less time, Ford had as many Defeats -- plays which stop the opposition from getting a first down on third or fourth down, stops behind the line of scrimmage or forcing a fumble or interception -- as starter Kyle Vanden Bosch (13). Vanden Bosch has gone to Detroit, which opens up a spot on the defensive line. Ford's still a work in progress against the run, which may prevent him from claiming the starting job, but it's impossible to keep him off opposing quarterbacks. By the end of the year, we figure that Ford will be the man in Tennessee."

    Its hard to see him as a starter though. He's so small I don't think he holds up on the left side, which is why William Hayes got the starts there last year after Kearse was benched. Who knows what's going to happen on the right side, I'd assume Derrick Morgan will get every chance to win that spot.
     
  2. Big Time Titan

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    I'm also expecting big things out of Ford. True he is undersized a bit but he's got a great motor and doesn't give up. He's got a natural ability and knack for getting after the QB.

    Not sure if he's gonna be the starter but he'll definitely be active in the rotation.
     
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