Draft Prospects: Brian Cushing, OLB Southern Cal

The Malnarn has gone into some detail regarding the needs of the Packers that will arise due to the change in defense from the 4-3 to the 3-4. I believe that the packers will need to address the front 7 of their defense by picking up a linebacker or defensive lineman either in Free Agency or the Draft. This is why the next Draft Prospect for the Green Bay Packers is Brian Cushing, OLB from USC.

Brian Cushing has moved to the top of the list for players that I like for the Packer’s first pick for 2009. He is fast, strong, and he flies around the field with intensity and emotion. I have watched his highlight video a few times and he really impresses me. I believe that the Packers need to acquire players this offseason that will make an immediate impact on our defense in order for us to be successful with the 3-4. I think that Cushing can take a lot of pressure off of Nick Barnett and more importantly, A.J. Hawk, and could also play a crucial role in blitz schemes and pass coverage with his speed.