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[QUOTE="RF2044, post: 4888925, member: 40"]
I want to be clear -- I'm not putting Lockett down, or trying to minimize his contributions.

He was a solid performer throughout his time at SU.  But let's not overstate his value.  He was a good not great talent.  Solid platoon guy, who might not see the field at an elite school.  Here, he was a starter, playing out of position.

It is incumbent upon the coaching staff to replace him.  If they do, then I'll salute Terry for his contributions and be more excited about higher rated guys we have stepping in to replace him.

Diggs > Lockett, as a true DE [to say nothing about the likelihood of KingJoseph Edwards choosing SU]

And if we're focusing exclusively about backup depth at DT from Lockett's departure -- TBD

But I agree, Lockett would provide platoon depth at his more natural position, DT.  Now, if we also bring in other DT, and specifically higher rated guys [example of a realistic prospect of this type - Will Norman], then I'm not going to sweat this.  Ditto if we land Matthews and Watson.

We all knew that there would be attrition when the coaching change occurred.  I view it as an opportunity for Coach Brown and his staff to add talent to a talent-needy roster.
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