Sourdough Sam
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- Mar 20, 2019
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What did you see from LB Fred Warner as a player and as an emerging leader in year two?
What I saw from him, you'd think he's a veteran. I forget that it was his second year. The way he progressed, he's, of course, a mature guy and carries himself so well. He's all business all the time. You did see Fred progress throughout the year. To me, I thought he was one of the top linebackers in the league last year. I think he proved that and he has more to prove. I think he got a taste of being one of the top guys, what it takes, week in and week out. Fred is consistent, he's dependable, he's tough, he's relentless. He's everything you want in a linebacker.
After a great season in 2019, what can fans expect from this LB group next season?
I think next year fans can expect to see another step, another level of growth with these guys. With them being able to be here a second year, playing together as a group, I see ease of communication. I just see guys being able to play more relentless, freer and make the defense more of their own. I saw that step this year and I see them taking an even bigger step next year having that comradery of being able to play together. It means a lot.
How did your successful playing career translate into coaching and connecting with the players?
I've been there so I can help them. I think playing really helped me when we're talking in the room about life skills, not only football. Football will take care of itself, but being in their position with things that happen off the field. I've been there, I can relate to the guys and I can give them some good advice because of the things I've been through.