vabearsfan15
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Who are the guys you are looking at to have a breakout season, i.e. take their game to another level. For example I would consider last year's breakout players to be Akiem Hicks, Jordan Howard, Cameron Meridith, Cody Whitehair, and Jerrell Freeman (though he was mostly already proven). Here is my list of 5 potential breakout candidates for this season.
1. Kyle Fuller - As long as he stays healthy, I believe Fuller will step up in a contract year and cement himself as a #2 starting CB. As seen last year in the amount of yards allowed in our passing Defense, despite having to field UDFA, Fangio and Donatell find a way to get the most out of the talent they have. I think they identify Kyle's strengths (tackling, playing in front of his man, instincts) and put him in a position to succeed.
2. Tarik Cohen - I see Tarik excelling from the belief that he possesses a unique skill-set to make plays in the open field. I think he will be a nice compliment to Howard and will always pose a threat catching from the backfield. Not only that, but Cohen is sure to get plenty of opportunities when Mike Check-Down-King Glennon is starting at QB.
3. Adam Shaheen - this one is too easy of a pick to pass up. We have a huge need for new receiving targets entering this year and Shaheen has, supposedly, reliable hands and is match-up nightmare with his size. I'm sure he will gain the trust of his QB as the season progresses and could very well be a safety net when the pressure is on.
4. Jonathan Bullard - I think Bullard will show vast improvement this year. His college tape was phenomenal and he has the athletic ability to perform. I'm hoping with now having game experience and an off-season to study film the game will slow down and the results will be evident. Most pass rushers don't perform well as rookies anyways, it usually takes these guys their second or third year before they begin to blossom.
5. I would love to put a WR here, but I truly have no idea who will emerge from the group we have at the moment. I would love for it to be Kevin White, but he has alot of physical and psychological barriers to cross. Its amazing that even after signing Kendall Wright, Victor Cruz, Markus Wheaton, and Rueben Randle that Tanner Gentry is making the most noise...who knows. Just need one of these guys to have a great year (800+ yards)
1. Kyle Fuller - As long as he stays healthy, I believe Fuller will step up in a contract year and cement himself as a #2 starting CB. As seen last year in the amount of yards allowed in our passing Defense, despite having to field UDFA, Fangio and Donatell find a way to get the most out of the talent they have. I think they identify Kyle's strengths (tackling, playing in front of his man, instincts) and put him in a position to succeed.
2. Tarik Cohen - I see Tarik excelling from the belief that he possesses a unique skill-set to make plays in the open field. I think he will be a nice compliment to Howard and will always pose a threat catching from the backfield. Not only that, but Cohen is sure to get plenty of opportunities when Mike Check-Down-King Glennon is starting at QB.
3. Adam Shaheen - this one is too easy of a pick to pass up. We have a huge need for new receiving targets entering this year and Shaheen has, supposedly, reliable hands and is match-up nightmare with his size. I'm sure he will gain the trust of his QB as the season progresses and could very well be a safety net when the pressure is on.
4. Jonathan Bullard - I think Bullard will show vast improvement this year. His college tape was phenomenal and he has the athletic ability to perform. I'm hoping with now having game experience and an off-season to study film the game will slow down and the results will be evident. Most pass rushers don't perform well as rookies anyways, it usually takes these guys their second or third year before they begin to blossom.
5. I would love to put a WR here, but I truly have no idea who will emerge from the group we have at the moment. I would love for it to be Kevin White, but he has alot of physical and psychological barriers to cross. Its amazing that even after signing Kendall Wright, Victor Cruz, Markus Wheaton, and Rueben Randle that Tanner Gentry is making the most noise...who knows. Just need one of these guys to have a great year (800+ yards)