Question about the Mike linebacker position

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wonder if he will be on a pitch count to start the season. Who could rotate in to spell him early on as he recovers from the knee injury ? Christian Harris is going to be the other inside backer. No question. But will someone like Ale Kaho come into the rotation

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I would think he plays the large majority of snaps unless one of the backups just earns more than garbage time which is entirely possible. I don't know why would restrict his playing time unless his knee isn't at 100%.

Shane Lee could indeed spell Moses for extended periods if necessary but I think Moses is gonna be ok and is poised for a big year. Heck, it looks look it may be 2021 before we have a season anyway.

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But, I do wonder if he will be on a pitch count to start the season.

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I believe Moses is 100% and will play his position normally, without limitation.

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Who could rotate in to spell him early on

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I do not believe this will be necessary.

Having said that, it is certainly imperative to train the 2s at ILB and Mike, and you can for sure have a discussion about who that will be. However, I do not expect the 2nd team Mike to have an increased workload as compared to any other year. Moses is 100%, or at least will be 100% long before fall camp starts.

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But will someone like Ale Kaho come into the rotation more

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I very much would like the "light to come on" for Kaho, and I hope he gets in the mix and is a contributor at ILB. But I don't think it'll have anything to do with Moses' injury, as he won't be injured or limited in 2020.

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Moses is 100%, or at least will be 100% long before fall camp starts.

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Especially since the talk is fall camp may start around Valentine's Day.