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Not much has been said about the Arizona Cardinals' third-round pick this year, outside linebacker Jordan Burch. The attention as been focused on their first two draft picks, defensive lineman Walter Nolen and cornerback Will Johnson.
Burch, who joins a revamped outside linebacker room, is showing versatility in position and in role.
Head coach Jonathan Gannon was asked about Burch before the final practice of mandatory minicamp.
"Really smart, detailed," he said. "We've moved him around a little bit. You see some of the physical traits that we saw on tape, which is one of the reasons we drafted him."
Because he is in a room that includes Josh Sweat, Zaven Collins, BJ Ojulari and Baron Browning, Burch must find a way to contribute than just on defense. Special teams will be important, and he is learning that.
"He's been excellent with learning fourth down as well."
Gannon said Burch's situation is similar to the rest of the rookies.
"Just like all our rookies, he needs to get on the pads, get some live reps and go through some learning experiences, but I'm pleased where he's at right now. He's doing well."
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Burch, who joins a revamped outside linebacker room, is showing versatility in position and in role.
Head coach Jonathan Gannon was asked about Burch before the final practice of mandatory minicamp.
"Really smart, detailed," he said. "We've moved him around a little bit. You see some of the physical traits that we saw on tape, which is one of the reasons we drafted him."
Because he is in a room that includes Josh Sweat, Zaven Collins, BJ Ojulari and Baron Browning, Burch must find a way to contribute than just on defense. Special teams will be important, and he is learning that.
"He's been excellent with learning fourth down as well."
Gannon said Burch's situation is similar to the rest of the rookies.
"Just like all our rookies, he needs to get on the pads, get some live reps and go through some learning experiences, but I'm pleased where he's at right now. He's doing well."
Get more Cardinals and NFL coverage from Cards Wire's Jess Root and others by listening to the latest on the Rise Up, See Red podcast. Subscribe on Spotify, YouTube or Apple podcasts.
This article originally appeared on Cards Wire: Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon gives update on rookie OLB Jordan Burch
Continue reading...
