Julian Edelman’s versatility is one thing that doesn’t get neglected in New England. After all, the Patriots transformed the faculty quarterback right into a star vast receiver.
What many overlook is that early in his profession, Bill Belichick used Edelman’s versatility to play him on either side of the ball. In 2011, the wideout had 18 mixed tackles on protection and particular groups. Wednesday was Edelman’s 33rd birthday, so “The Checkdown” posted a clip of him making tackles in opposition to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Take a glance:
Quarterback, vast receiver and hybrid cornerback. What can’t this man do?
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