Tag: DeMarvion Overshown

The newest defensive coordinator Chris Ash recently discussed moving defensive back DeMarvion Overshown to linebacker. The defense will be scrapping their 3-3-5 defensive look for the more traditional 4-3 in the first year under Ash. The new defensive play caller had mentioned that they will be trying players at different positions to find the best fit for each of them.

Could Overshown be the next Isaiah Simmons? No one should expect a player to step in immediately and have that same level of impact but could he play that same type of role?

Isaiah Simmons played 100+ snaps at five different positions.

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— PFF Draft (@PFF_College) February 13, 2020

Whether it is the NFL or college football, they both are “copycat” leagues. When one finds success, oftentimes other teams will take an aspect of their game and try to mimic it for success. Overshown has the talent to definitely take on this sort of role for Texas.

Overshown has only been able to get on the field in six games over his first two years on the forty acres and with a loaded defensive backfield, playing linebacker might be his best option to get on the field. The four-star safety out of Arp, Texas has the size reminiscent of Simmons. Both stand in at 6’4″ but Simmons slightly heavier. Work in the weight room over the offseason will help him bulk up to play closer to the line.

Size, closing speed and ability to make the big hit makes him an ideal candidate to play linebacker. His two-way experience at Arp and playing defensive back the last two seasons gives you can idea that he can be a versatile piece for the defense. Overshown moving positions much like Joseph Ossai could be a huge factor on the defense raising its level in 2020.