Georgia Bulldogs: 5 Defensive Players to Watch Vs. Alabama
By John Buhler
Sep 26, 2015; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Leonard Floyd (84) tackles Southern University Jaguars wide receiver Nico Talbert (6) during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Southern 48-6. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Will this be the game of the season for Leonard Floyd? Man, do I certainly hope so. Though Floyd has a new role, actually many new roles, with the team, I think he does a bit of everything in this game.
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Floyd is one of those players you must account for at all times when he’s on the field. Whether he’s lining up at any of the four linebacker positions, dropping back into the STAR, or is right in the middle of it all on the defensive line, he is still one thing: a playmaker on the defensive side of the ball.
His mere presence on the field changes how the opponent chooses to attack the Georgia Bulldogs’ defense. Even so, I expect Floyd to shine in this game. Look for Floyd to have two sacks and force a turnover in this ball game.
In Week 5, I see Leonard Floyd turning all that potential energy on the gridiron into kinetic energy that the Alabama Crimson Tide offensive line just can’t stop. He’ll make one play that will get you out of your seat on Saturday. I can’t wait.
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