Kevin Pierre-Louis is one of the newest linebackers added to the Washington Football Team's roster this year. He chose Washington because of the opportunity, and the other LBs here. He also really likes the coaches here.
Washington's defensive line is better than he expected. He says there's not much drop off from the first to the second team.
Training Camp Press Conference - Kevin Pierre-Louis https://t.co/tpNovZcayx
— Washington Football Team (@WashingtonNFL) August 19, 2020
1st team:
LB Kevin Pierre-Louis is speaking to the media now. He's been with the first-team the past two days.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Proving himself:
Over his career, KPL said he's had his stints to prove himself as a linebacker. Had a particularly crucial opportunity at the end of last season, and KPL made the most of it in Chicago.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Team player:
Kevin Pierre-Louis says "I just want to be what I can be for this football team...when my number is called, show up and keep busting."
— Chris Russell AKA The Rooster (@Russellmania621) August 19, 2020
"I feel comfortable where Coach Russ has put me."
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KPL said he's felt comfortable wherever LBs coach Steve Russ has put him. Said that so far, he's been put at strongside linebacker and the dime linebacker.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Working on the details:
KPL believes that he's explosive, has quick-twitch speed and has a knack of getting to the ball.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Said the main thing he needs to work on is the details.
Choosing Washington:
KPL said that he wanted to come to Washington because of the opportunity and the LBs room. He then singled out Thomas Davis Sr., Reuben Foster, Jon Bostic, Holcomb, and Khaleke Hudson and explained what they each offer.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Coaches:
KPL said that Washington's coaches provide all the tools needed to succeed.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
"When the environment is set up for you to succeed, then it's all up to you."
Continuity:
KPL says there's a lot of continuity between the linebackers as a whole. Says that anyone can go out there and play well with each other.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Jack Del Rio:
KPL says that above all, DC Jack Del Rio wants them to "make plays."
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Kevin Pierre-Louis: We have the coaches for us "to become great linebackers"
— Chris Russell AKA The Rooster (@Russellmania621) August 19, 2020
Says the environment is set up for success.
Says @coachdelrio doesn't want them to be "fit-ball" players, he wants to play "fast, physical & smashmouth football."
Chase Young:
KPL says the Young is humble and ready to work. KPL has seen a lot of first-rounders and highly touted players, and Chase "has a good head on his shoulders."
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
KPL said he's blessed to be around Young as he develops. Also believes he's in a great position to succeed.
Defensive Line:
KPL said he did not understand how good the D-Line was when he first signed. But he's been so impressed with the talent and depth of the defensive front. Said there's not much drop off between the first and second teams.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Practice:
KPL said there's been urgency throughout practices.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) August 19, 2020
Veteran:
This is his 7th season, so no surprise he speaks like a pro ther has done this before. He’s expected to make a good impact on defense. Can cover and blitz. Has size and speed. #WashingtonFootballTeam
— Julie Donaldson (@juliedonaldson_) August 19, 2020