Overview
The Hornets runs something like a 4-3 defense, but instead of 3 linebackers they use only 2. It is essentially a 4-2-5 with the third linebacker spot manned by a "rover" back, similar to what Arizona runs. This rover position is usually the "designated playmaker" if you will, of the defense, combining the skill sets and responsibilities of both a safety and linebacker. This means they usually have 5 DBs on the field at once, which might make you think they’re built to stop spread passing attacks, when in fact their strength and identity as a unit (from what I’ve been able to gather) is stopping the run.