Browner, Kendricks to start at outside linebacker

Kendricks vs. Eastern Washington

Not surprising, but the starters at outside linebacker will be Mychal Kendricks and Keith Browner. Browner, who started against Washington last year, and Kendricks, who played on the inside last year, both have experience from a year ago. However, neither are returning starters. Browner, who is huge at 6-6 250, was part of the debacle at Washington a year ago but does have upside. He’s a pass rusher more than a coverage linebacker, which fits well into new defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast’s scheme. Kendricks is the more talented of the duo, who could be an All-Conference player if he plays up to his talent. Kendricks had 71 tackles last year in 6 starts in last year, and had a huge interception against UCLA. Kendricks is talented in both coverage and rushing. With that, the position battles shrink; one inside linebacker, corner, and one defensive end spot are the only spots left on defense.

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