Donnie Druin
@DonnieDruin
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Takeaways from #AZCardinals DC Nick Rallis:
- loves what the team can control (attitude, energy, effort level) and believes those things have been on point thus far.
- BJ Ojulari looks “really good right now” and highlighted his elusiveness off the edge. Really excited for pads to come on.
- Thought Walter Nolen III looked really strong thus far
- “He’s in a great spot” on Max Melton. Tough competition in cornerback room. Starling Thomas has also looked “really good” and he’s in the mix. Also had “major growth” from Elijah Jones and Sean Murphy-Bunting has adjusted well to nickel corner.
- Cody Simon is a super smart kid, says he just has to trust his knowledge and prep and he’s done that in the first two days.
- Jordan Burch is similar to Simon in terms of executing at a high level. He’s playing fast and expects him to really show up when pads come on.
- says schematically there’s always changes made. Thinks Mike LaFleur’s perspective and understanding of what to change has been critical. Says the biggest thing is “who are we” in terms of identity.
- Says with Josh Sweat, you just have to load up volume to avoid injury whenever he comes back. Called talks with Sweat solid.
- “He’s been a leader since he’s been here” on Roy Lopez. Called him a very smart player that puts on a lot of teach tape.
- Off the field Darius Robinson is still “pretty goofy” and on the field, he’s rushing the passer better. Says you can see his feel his instincts settling in.
- says it’s business as usual without Jonathan Gannon here but has gratitude for his time
- Budda Baker looks the best he’s looked since Nick Rallis has been here
