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Originally Posted by Vinatieri for Prez
What are the more important skills for LBs in FOF.
I've always though the following:
MLB - run d, play diagnosis, but generally good in all skills is important
SLB - pass rush tech. & strength, some run d
WLB - cover skills
Am I even close to knowing what I'm doing?
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You've got it backwards. The SLB plays on the side of the TE and frequently has to cover him, or the slotback in a 3WR set. SLB needs great cover skills. WLB is a run defender and pass rusher on the side with no extra blockers. He is the guy you need to wreak havoc on the other side of the line.
Classic examples, Junior Seau was a great SLB, Lawrence Taylor the best WLB of all time. The WLB usually gets the greater stats with sacks, but the SLB has greater cover responsibility, and is probably the more important player.