Since he was selected at No. 14 overall in 2012, has played nose tackle. In the Rams’ previous 4-3 defense, he was often lined up in the A-gap — between the center and guard — and was an effective run stuffer.
Brockers began the 2017 season in a similar role, albeit in a new scheme. While he was beginning to feel settled as a 3-4 nose tackle, last week the coaching staff approached him about making a change.
On Sunday, Brockers began the game at five technique — or 3-4 defensive end. It gave the LSU product more opportunities to rush the passer and disrupt the action in the backfield.