Defensive tackle (4)
Vernon Butler, Quinton Jefferson, Harrison Phillips, Ed Oliver
Cuts: Niles Scott, Vincent Taylor
Without Star Lotulelei thanks to his opt out, this group got a whole lot more interesting. But having said that, it’s a deep group, so while Lotulelei not playing stings, it doesn’t hurt. The two guys who have a great look at replacing him are Vernon Butler and Harrison Phillips. That’ll be a strong camp battle to watch.
At the other spot, Ed Oliver is the clear-cut No. 1 following Jordan Phillips’ departure in free agency. But Quinton Jefferson is capable as a No. 2 and can play all over the defensive line, so he’ll see the field a nice amount as well. Harrison Phillips also can play in this spot.
And with the expanded practice squad from 10 to 16 this season, Niles Scott and Vincent Taylor could both end up there.
Quinton Jefferson looked pretty nice last night. If he can turn it on this season and the rookies are as ahead of schedule as they looked last night… đź‘€ pic.twitter.com/O3LezZjOhw
— velvet mikeman (@michaelbjargon) August 10, 2018