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The first question posed to Cal Coach Jeff Tedford following the final spring practice was open-ended: What did you learn about your team? Tedford's answer cut right to the No. 1 issue facing the Bears. "I learned that I'm very happy with the team chemistry," he said, "the way we're working together, the attitude, the focus, the camaraderie." That's code for: The chemistry wasn't very good last season but has improved dramatically.
When the losses piled up in '07, so did the frustration in the locker room. It wouldn't be fair to blame receiver DeSean Jackson for all the problems (although he certainly had a selfish streak). There were also communication breakdowns and leadership issues. That's why Tedford removed himself from the time-consuming task of calling the plays and is taking more of a managerial role. He wants to sniff out and solve any communication issues before they metastasize.
• The Bears aren't exactly broadcasting this, but they're switching the base defense from a 4-3 to a 3-4. Coordinator Bob Gregory said as much last weekend, and it's a smart move for these reasons:
1. Cal's personnel is better suited for the 3-4 because of a bevy of experienced, talented linebackers.
2. The alignment puts the Bears' best playmaker, outside linebacker Zack Follett, in position to cause the most havoc - as an edge rusher.
3. It's easier to recruit to a 3-4 because there are more linebackers available than defensive tackles (more players weigh 220 pounds than 280).
4. Cal should have a tactical advantage because nobody in the Pac-10 uses the 3-4 as a base defense.
1 comment:
Gregory said:
"It's easier to recruit to a 3-4 because there are more linebackers available than defensive tackles (more players weigh 220 pounds than 280)."
That is his cop out for running a horrible defense. Gregory can't recruit, can't coach, and that is why WSU passed on him as head coach.
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