A.J. Hawk on the other hand has such untapped raw potential that its not even funny (because he has yet to show it). Hawk has both the size and speed to play in the 3-4 defenses. Standing at 6’1”, 248lbs, he has shown play making ability and average pass rush ability that can be worked with. Hawk is a good fit.
Moving to the inside, this is going to be a tough call. Nick Barnett does not quite have the size that is hoped for (6’2” 236) yet he is similar to Kampman, in the sense of size and skill.
Both guys are undersized for their respective positions yet they are fierce competitors who have high play maker ability. Barnett is an aggressive, explosive linebacker who is stronger then most give credit for (he benched more then Patrick Willis did in his testing).
My personal belief after watching him play for these past years is that he could be a unique player that adds dimensions to the defense, as he has for the past few years now.
Unfortunately we do not have a second middle linebacker; hopefully one will spring to mind. While the front seven undergo significant change, the defensive backs remain much the same.
By all rights the Packers can make this change, it will require hard work and dedication. Support will also be needed, Green Bay can pull off the switch, a few details must be attended to but it could be done.
It will take time and more then likely next season we will see a gradual change but the process will be slow, next year is likely to see both 4-3 and 3-4 defenses.
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