The Impact of Pernell McPhee

by Dev Panchwagh

June 12, 2019
7:23 pm

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In Part 1 of 2 of our pass rush analysis, Michael Crawford and I break down the tape of five of Pernell McPhee’s standout pass-rush plays with the Redskins in 2018. We discuss how McPhee could be used in a similar role in Baltimore, the value he brings to the defense, and what to expect in 2019.

Highlight Time Stamps:

* 12:51: McPhee employs a bull rush move reminiscent of Terrell Suggs.

* 17:17: A textbook move by McPhee from the outside right; picks off the left guard to free the DT up for the sack.

* 21:24: Lining up left, McPhee showcases a classic rip move that flushes Dak Prescott while drawing a holding penalty.

* 24:32: McPhee rushes hard from the right with violent hands to pressure Sam Bradford and influence an interception.

* 27:48: McPhee fakes an outside rush, hesitates, then crosses the LT with an explosive swim move.

Part 2 will cover Shane Ray.

Dev Panchwagh

Dev Panchwagh is a versatile analyst who breaks down the Xs and Os of the game and has been a columnist/analyst for Ravens24x7.com since the summer of 2004. In his regular season column Battle Plans, Dev highlights the Ravens' keys to success against each upcoming opponent. Dev started modestly as a sports journalist, but his contributions to sports talk radio were noticed, leading to duties as a regular columnist for the Scouts.com network before joining RSR. It would be very difficult to find his rare combination of youthfulness, knowledge and insight in all facets of football anywhere else. Fortunately, Dev brings it here each and every week.