Ian Bavitz, the linebacker from the Orange County Otters had many childhood heroes, especially in the world of football. Most children, however, have a favorite, and Bavitz is no exception.
At the top of Bavitz' childhood heroes list stood none other than Ray Lewis, the ILB of the Baltimore Ravens. Ray Lewis' knack for finding the football all over the football field in his earlier years paved the way for a new type of inside linebacker.
Lewis' careful study of the game often allowed him to know what the offensive playcall was going to be, just based off the personnel and formation. Lewis redefined the inside linebacker position. While Lewis could still drop the hammer and truck the opposing ball-carrier and offer great run-support, he offered more to the position than his predecessors.
Earlier in his career, he wasn't a liability in pass coverage, making him a one-stop-shop for defensive playmaking. Later in his career, his studious nature allowed him to continue being a positive force on the defense, even while losing a step at the ripe old age of 37.
Bavitz realizes his goal is lofty, attempting to emulate the (arguably) best inside linebacker in history, but he feels if he can live up to even a fraction of Lewis' career, he'll be a name for the ages.
At the top of Bavitz' childhood heroes list stood none other than Ray Lewis, the ILB of the Baltimore Ravens. Ray Lewis' knack for finding the football all over the football field in his earlier years paved the way for a new type of inside linebacker.
Lewis' careful study of the game often allowed him to know what the offensive playcall was going to be, just based off the personnel and formation. Lewis redefined the inside linebacker position. While Lewis could still drop the hammer and truck the opposing ball-carrier and offer great run-support, he offered more to the position than his predecessors.
Earlier in his career, he wasn't a liability in pass coverage, making him a one-stop-shop for defensive playmaking. Later in his career, his studious nature allowed him to continue being a positive force on the defense, even while losing a step at the ripe old age of 37.
Bavitz realizes his goal is lofty, attempting to emulate the (arguably) best inside linebacker in history, but he feels if he can live up to even a fraction of Lewis' career, he'll be a name for the ages.
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