Dennis Allen DC, Declan Doyle OC , Richard Hightower STC + other Bears hires

[Moses Moreno]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1881441526309662964

Gunna do some research on him when I walk back from Trader Joe's but figured he's worthy of a discussion.

 

[ZOMBIE@CTESPN]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1881441526309662964

Gunna do some research on him when I walk back from Trader Joe's but figured he's worthy of a discussion.

Hopefully he doesn’t run outdated flus defense

 

[MikeDitkaPolishSausage]

Hopefully he doesn’t run outdated flus defense

I believe he likes to bring the heat. Somewhere I read he blitzed on 44% of snaps. Don’t know how accurate that is.

 

[Butkus34]

Dennis Allen would be a GREAT hire at DC

 

[Les Grossman]

Scheme

Allen’s defensive philosophy is rooted in the traditional 4-3 side of things. His base is that of closed-post coverage though Tampa and Quarters are utilized as he sees fit. Dime, Nickel, 4-2-5, 3-3-5, you name it, Allen’s likely tried it.

Allen’s influence and prioritization of versatility among the defensive backfield is evident when you pop the hood. Defensive backs in Allen’s scheme are required to do it all:

• change picture post-snap (late rotations, disguises, etc.)
• man coverage strengths
• hook defender at safety
• deep half principles
• backfield vision in zone
• blitz ability

Defenses under Allen are vast in their ability to show multiple fronts and coverages off of them. He’s also shown a strong ability to take advantage of mismatches based on personnel. Below is a fantastic example of Allen’s multiple scheme at work.

Colts DC Candidates: Dennis Allen

Get to know one of the most sought-after defensive coordinator candidates of this hiring cycle.

www.stampedeblue.com

 

[Les Grossman]

Continued bc it’s relevant to our recent history lol:

“Something else that Dennis Allen’s defenses are known for at this point is his ability to get his unit off the field on money downs (aka 3rd/4th down). More specifically, his pressure calls in these high-leverage situations, which require the utmost discipline from those in coverage, may I add, are how Allen succeeds so much in this area.”

 

[Les Grossman]

I think it’s important to note that he’s had two failed HC stints and likely won’t get another. He could be a long term staple at DC for the team that hires him.

 

[Xplosive]

I heard that Johnson wants Lou Anarumo ex Bengals DC

 

[MikeDitkaPolishSausage]

Scheme

Allen’s defensive philosophy is rooted in the traditional 4-3 side of things. His base is that of closed-post coverage though Tampa and Quarters are utilized as he sees fit. Dime, Nickel, 4-2-5, 3-3-5, you name it, Allen’s likely tried it.

Allen’s influence and prioritization of versatility among the defensive backfield is evident when you pop the hood. Defensive backs in Allen’s scheme are required to do it all:

• change picture post-snap (late rotations, disguises, etc.)
• man coverage strengths
• hook defender at safety
• deep half principles
• backfield vision in zone
• blitz ability

Defenses under Allen are vast in their ability to show multiple fronts and coverages off of them. He’s also shown a strong ability to take advantage of mismatches based on personnel. Below is a fantastic example of Allen’s multiple scheme at work.

Colts DC Candidates: Dennis Allen

Get to know one of the most sought-after defensive coordinator candidates of this hiring cycle.

www.stampedeblue.com

Maybe Stevenson can become a solid CB under Allen. Poles is gonna need to put in the work this offseason. No way Johnson and Allen come here for Poles to dick around.

 

[Les Grossman]

I heard that Johnson wants Lou Anarumo ex Bengals DC

He got hired by the Colts

 

[Mighty Joe Young]

I heard that Johnson wants Lou Anarumo ex Bengals DC

It is confirmed its Allen.

 

[RubberBanMan]

Continued bc it’s relevant to our recent history lol:

“Something else that Dennis Allen’s defenses are known for at this point is his ability to get his unit off the field on money downs (aka 3rd/4th down). More specifically, his pressure calls in these high-leverage situations, which require the utmost discipline from those in coverage, may I add, are how Allen succeeds so much in this area.”

How about third and 17 though

 

[Xplosive]

It is confirmed its Allen.

Strong choice getting a guy that has HC experience and success as a coordinator

 

[Les Grossman]

Maybe Stevenson can become a solid CB under Allen. Poles is gonna need to put in the work this offseason. No way Johnson and Allen come here for Poles to dick around.

I think Jaylon would thrive in Allen’s defense

 

[Moses Moreno]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1881457669581779087

From 2023

 

[Marley's Liberality]

Is Saleh going to get a DC this year?

I haven't heard his name out there at all

 

[oso4lyf]

"Insider" Lion fans saying Allen was pegged as the next DC in Detroit.

 

[MikeDitkaPolishSausage]

I think Jaylon would thrive in Allen’s defense

100% agree

 

[Enasic]

I think it’s important to note that he’s had two failed HC stints and likely won’t get another. He could be a long term staple at DC for the team that hires him.

Bingo

 

[Les Grossman]

Is Saleh going to get a DC this year?

I haven't heard his name out there at all

Probably in SF