The NFL is constantly changing. Quarterbacks are getting the ball out faster. Overall, the game of football is much quicker than it was ten to fifteen years ago. With consistently evolving offenses, it means defenses must solve for the equation. The New Orleans Saints have such a problem on their hand.
When Rob Ryan entered the picture in 2013, expectations were high. Not only did he help turn around the league’s worst defense in NFL history, but also helped the squad turn in their best sack effort since 2000. Ryan’s squad finished with 49 sacks in 2013, the highest under any Sean Payton squad.