Coples can play DT

[nagai]

This isn't news, this is me telling certain posters to do their research. The end.

[JawnyBlaze]

The question is can he play DT in the NFL. I think he'll be a much better DE than DT...

[Dex]

The question is can he play DT in the NFL. I think he'll be a much better DE than DT...

He'll be effective anywhere on passing downs.

[nagai]

Honestly, I think he'll be as good as he wants to be, at any position of the D line barring NT. He is that gifted. He had his most dominant year at DT too. This guy scares me, because I don't know if we should take a chance on him. The rumors about his work ethic were apparently started by his coaches. That's just really bad. I think this guy will be DROY next year, but what's gonna happen once he gets some cash? Slack off? Can Rivera get this guy playing hard? Eh there are just so many questions.

[Nicbsbll2]

This is the NFL, not the ACC. He's a DE, not a DT.

[rayzor]

this wouldn't fit into any of the other threads about coples?

put 15 pounds on him and i'd feel ok about him playing DT in the pros.

he said in the wright interview that he felt more comfortable playing inside than outside, but it doesn't seem like he wants to play inside. i know he said he's versatile and can play anywhere and will do what ever he's told, but then why is he working out as a DE?

i think he can be dominant in the league at either position if he really wants it. i just question that "wanting it" part.

[Ivan The Awesome]

Hardy played DT in college too and in the pros. Don't feel like a natural DE can play DT well. At least I don't see it happening. I rather they acquire a heavy 300+ pound gap stuffer from the draft or via FA.

[stirs]

Maybe if his lack of motivation that we read so much about is true, he will gain about 20 lbs in the offseason and the team that takes him will have no choice but to play him at DT

[MadHatter]

Hardy played DT in college too and in the pros. Don't feel like a natural DE can play DT well. At least I don't see it happening. I rather they acquire a heavy 300+ pound gap stuffer from the draft or via FA.

We have the big fat guy run stuffer....his name is Ron Edwards. Not to mention that I do expect Fua to get stronger with a full offseason in an NFL Program.

What we need is that disruptive UT that can get pressure in the middle and be disruptive. Not sure if Coples is that guy, but we DO NOT need another fat run-stuffer.

[Jackofalltrades]

I have to see anyone doubt Coples' talent, it's his heart, motor and passion for the game that are in question. Talent is useless without the drive to make the most of it and he's not the caliber of athlete that Peppers is to where he can get by on it with a half hearted attempt.

If I truly believed he would adopt the attitude of Cam, Smitty and Beason then I would be all for him despite my thoughts on our needs.

[Brokenbad]

With the execption of Chris Canty the Giants use DEs a lot as DTs, and Kiwanaku is pretty much a DE that plays linebacker. Seems to work out for them.....

[JawnyBlaze]

Canty and the dude from ECU. I'm sure Austin will see heavy playing time when he's not injured.

[Riverboat Ron]

Coples can't play DT, he doesn't weigh 500 lbs so he must suck.

[Dpantherman]

He's the best pass rusher in the draft if he feels like it. Yes are motor questions, but if its me, I'm taking the best guy for the job. I want that guy that CAN be the best, and I trust our coaching staff.

All that said, I think hes gone before we pick.