2024 5th round LB Jaylan Ford may be an underrated gem in new Saints defense

Fiyo said
The stronger, larger linebacker who plays on the strong side - the Mike position. The Mike takes on blockers so the Will can flow to the ball.

And the more athletic linebacker who plays on the weak side - The Will position. The Will can blitz, drop into coverage, and play the run.

Well in the 3-4 under usually the strong side inside backer has outside gap responsibility and the weak side has to cover the weak side A gap by himself, think this is maybe why they think Ford would be a great fit. He’s a big athletic banger.