As Haason Reddick makes the transition from college defensive end to NFL inside linebacker, a choir of voices preaches to him.
Cardinals coach Bruce Arians, coordinator James Bettcher, linebackers coach Larry Foote and inside linebacker Karlos Dansby are among those advising Reddick, the team’s No. 1 pick, on where to look, stand, step and run.
There has been hands-on learning for Reddick, too, and that’s where running back David Johnson comes in.
Johnson is among the NFL’s best all-around back with a skill set that can make even experienced linebackers fall apart. Ironically, Johnson’s using those skills to help turn Reddick into a competent replacement for Deone Bucannon, who might miss the start of the season because of ankle surgery.