Regardless of his position, Rams need a healthy Robert QuinnAlden Gonzalez
ESPN Staff Writer
LOS ANGELES -- One of the early impressions of new defensive coordinator Wade Phillips is that he likes to keep things simple, which isn't surprising if you get to know him a bit. He wants his guys to play fast, to play with confidence, so the instructions are relatively straightforward, a refreshing development for a Los Angeles Rams defense that will convert from a 4-3 to a 3-4.
The biggest transition, it seems, will be made by Robert Quinn, the veteran defensive end who is now officially an outside linebacker.
His instructions, per Quinn himself: "Just go out and make plays. That's what they say. From day one, that's what they told me. So, I just wipe my hands and put a smile on my face. It's time to get back to work."
Quinn will in essence be the weakside linebacker, but, as rookie coach Sean McVay said, "He's a rush player. He'll play a similar role to what DeMarcus Ware did in Denver for Wade the last couple of years. He's going to be an elite rusher in this league for years, and that's what we're hoping to do with him moving forward."
The Rams just need Quinn to stay healthy.
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