Brian Schottenheimer expresses confidence in the first-time DC he’s hired, Christian Parker. He mentions improvement of Via @WerderEdNFL on X

What happened: Brian Schottenheimer says the defensive roster has improved and added speed at every level, per Ed Werder.

Why it matters: The first three games include matchups against Jayden Daniels and Lamar Jackson, putting an immediate premium on the athleticism Schottenheimer emphasized.

What to watch: Watch how Parker uses that added speed to contain quarterback movement.

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