This week we’ll be taking a look at some of the things that will distinguish the 2016 season from last year’s disaster. To start things off, we’ll take a look at how the arrival of Brandon Adams could shape the defense. Adams isn’t guaranteed to play this year, so this particular entry is more of a “could” than a “will” be different. From coach Johnson’s comments, however, it seems like Adams has a pretty good shot at playing this year.

What’s a Nose Tackle? What does 1-Technique Mean?

“Nose Tackle” is a generic term that generally refers to the defensive tackle who lines up closest to the center.