Moise Fokou Will Have Big Impact On Philadelphia Eagles' Defense In 2010

I’ve brought up the importance of better linebacker play many times this season and will probably continue to do so until the season starts.

This year, the Eagles will have two starting linebackers who didn’t play for the team last year. One is Stewart Bradley, who missed all of last season due to a knee injury. The other is Ernie Sims, whom the Eagles acquired via trade this offseason.

The Eagles expect Moise Fokou to be the last piece of the puzzle.

Fokou is currently listed as the starter at the strong side position, and he will look to stay there for the duration of the season. As a rookie in 2009, he was able to see a decent amount of playing time; however, his performance didn't yield a lot of high praise.

He has made strides to improve and will look to get even better coming into training camp this year.

With Bradley and Sims, you know what you’re getting. They are both players who have shown that they can play at a high level. Both have experienced recent injury troubles, but they are two guys who can play at a high level when healthy.

Fokou will be the question mark. He has talent but still needs to be groomed.

The Eagles should see a vast improvement in their linebacker play in 2010. If Fokou can consistently play at a high level, I don’t see why this group can't be absolutely dominant on the field.

A lot is riding on the performance of Moise Fokou, and I hope he is up to the challenge.