The defense under first-year coordinator Greg Blache is an improvement on last-year's solid unit (8th in yards, 11th in scoring). Despite significant injuries, this proud D has been physically imposing, especially on the goal line and in the 4th quarter. It starts with the D Line, who stack up against the run and allow the LBs to make the tackle: 5th run D and only 4 rush TDs allowed.
S Laron Landry has been solid in run and pass defense, and has cut down on penalties. CB Carlos Rogers is having his best year despite offseason knee surgery; if CB Springs can get on the field that duo is enough to cover any offense in the league. This unit still has a tendency to drop INTs, resulting in only 5 picks thusfar.With injuries to a backfield that was thin at the start of the season, they've had some coverage breakdowns. They've also discovered exciting rookie S Chris Horton, drafted in the 7th round and leading the team in takeaways.
MLB London Fletcher is the heart and soul of this Redfiends defense. Observe him sealing the game with this 4th down snot-rocker. He leads the team in tackles:
They have generated no pass rush without blitzing and haven't made many big plays. Still, this is a hard-hitting, bend-don't-break defense that gives the Redfiends all 60 minutes.
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