Jamal Adams Is Showcasing His Versatility by Switching Positions Midway Through Training Camp
Jamal Adams has spent recent practices at safety, and a number change could help him play multiple positions, coach Kevin O'Connell said.
- Veteran linebacker Jamal Adams began working at safety during recent practice sessions, utilizing a number change to expand his positional flexibility on defense.
- Adams endeared himself to teammates shortly after signing a veteran minimum contract at training camp's onset, with his physicality immediately evident on the practice field.
- The number change allows Adams to take reps at both linebacker and safety, whereas he would have been confined almost exclusively to linebacker reps wearing a number in the 50s.
- Head coach Kevin O'Connell hinted at the positional shift after spotting Adams at TCO Performance Center, stating, "It gives us the flexibility" and praising the multiple roles Adams has found.
- On Sunday at TCO Performance Center, quarterback Kyler Murray struggled during practice, sailing passes and throwing interceptions to cornerbacks James Pierre and Isaiah Rodgers in 11-on-11 drills.
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