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Are there still 3-4 fronts that utilize “2-gap” concepts? The Patriots at times, and the Steelers in their base front, are 2 teams that come to mind. But in a passing league that places a defensive premium on pressuring the quarterback, the reality is, you have far greater pass rush flexibility and versatility out of 4-3 principles, but with 3-4 personnel. You want more athletic defenders, and you want them aligned in gaps so that they can penetrate more effectively. That’s the key. It’s a tactical combination of personnel and concept.

Cosell’s Take: 3-4 and 4-3 concepts more about personnel than defensive fronts | Shutdown Corner – Yahoo! Sports

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Dwight Freeney, John Abraham and Adrian Wilson to visit with Patriots

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Dwight Freeney, John Abraham and Adrian Wilson to visit with Patriots

The Patriots are obviously looking to add experience and reliability to what has been a young, inconsistent defense over the past few seasons. The presence of both Abraham and Freeney, who could both be added to the roster and aren’t being played against one another, means they’re also looking to upgrade their pass rush on the edges.

Leon Washington Signs with Patriots

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The Patriots finally found a potential solution to their kickoff return game today by signing Leon Washington. Washington is coming off a year in Seattle where he didn’t see much time as a runningback but was the primary kick and punt returner. With Welker gone and Julian Edelman still TBD, Washington fills two holes immediately and provides some depth at runningback. Not sure what this means for Danny Woodhead and Jeff Demps.