Another look for Quinton Jefferson?
There’s a lot of movement along the Bills’ defensive line. McDermott & Frazier’s scheme calls for a big rotation along the D-line. There’s starters who play more snaps, but it’s usually a 65-35 rotation in most spots. Because of that, the expectation is that Quinton Jefferson will be seeing the field at some point in 2020.
Could it be in a place we didn’t expect, though?
Jefferson’s skill set sees him poised for a pass-rushing role. It could be on the edge or maybe at the 3-tech spot on the defensive line. That’s where Ed Oliver’s position is, but Jefferson could be that strong rotational piece.
But what about Star Lotulelei’s spot at the 1-tech, double-team eater spot? Surprisingly, Frazier mentioned Jefferson getting involved in the competition to replace Lotulelei.
“Similar to what we’re doing at the right corner spot. Letting those guys compete. Well the same thing will be true at that nose tackle position as we are trying to see the progress that Harry (Harrison Phillips) makes. Trying to get a chance to take a look at Quinton Jefferson, maybe looking at a Vernon Butler in that area. But just creating a rotation so we can get a competition going. And then just let the best man win and we’ll see how it all plays out.”