Just thought I would throw this out there for discussion: w/ BR (11 games)- 290 YPG, 17.5 PPG w/o BR (6 games)- 363 YPG 25.2 PPG Before looking this up, it seemed our D plays better when Brooks is out there.
He's great against the run, and he's our best LB in coverage as well. He may not get as many sacks as Barwin or Merciles, but he's also not as one-dimensional at all (and still is able to bring consistent pressure when needed). Will be interesting to see if the team decides to eventually move him to ILB. I think he has the definite skill-set for it.
No **** he helps.....ya know would also really help?....Cushing. We've been without our defensive QB for most of the year....