Stats you would not have believed before the beginning of the season

[yendi]

The current NFL leader (tied) for forced fumbles is Aaron Maybin.

Fellow first-round bust Vernon Gholston does not seem to be on target for a similar surprise.

Comments

[nishar.livejournal.com]

Aaron Maybin was a risky pick. He was undersized, not that strong though he has good speed. A one year wonder who did nothing before the 2008 season. Buffalo didn't use him right when they did draft him. Maybin never played linebacker and is at best a third and long defensive end. Put him on an edge and blitz on his side and Maybin will shine. He has the speed to run down running plays, if you have a 260 pound + linebacker coming on a run blitz. Forget him covering a tight end as I am pretty sure I could get open with him covering me. And he is a LOT faster than I am. hehe

Vernon Gholston would have worked as a 4-3 end: had he started his career on a team like Dallas. He clearly had no clue what to do in a 3-4 scheme. I am not sure why he didn't become a beast with the Bears.

[yendi]

Gholston simply had no work ethic or interest in learning gameplans. Maybin seems to be one of those drive-over-talent guys.