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FinaticalOne
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Nice Analysis!!!
I have a few differing opinions...
High Priority
Defensive Line - I have been saying this since November, we don't have anyone outside of Porter as a legitimate pass rusher, it would be nice to have someone on the defensive line to pose that type of threat. B.J. Raji (7.5 sacks and 14 TFL)or Ron Brace
Linebacker - Our LB corp is average at best. Porter will be our pass rush specialist, but we still need to upgrade that unit. Terrell Suggs or Bart Scott
Center or Right Guard - All we need is one of these guys, but two is even better. I am hoping Duke Robinson is there when we pick in the first, but I don't think he will be, no way the top guard in the draft drops that low but if we can add him to the unit with a new o-line coach and this could end up being a good start to a smashmouth runnning game. Alternate Pick...Alex Mack, Herman Johnson
Medium Priority
Wide Receiver - Our WR corp was the one of the biggest suprises last season. Considering the talent level, I was very impressed with how well they performed. I don't think it's necessary this year to use an early pick to draft or acquire a WR. But if the price is right, than go for it.
Defensive Back - This unit got better as the year went on, but they are flirting with the other side of 30, so we do need to inject some young blood into this unit. The Jason Allen experiment is starting to look like a bust, I still hope he can turn it around though, but I won't hold my breath. Sean Smith, Chip Vaughn, DeAngelo Smith, Mark Parsons
As of right now, my first four picks look like this...
Early Draft Picks
1. C - Alex Mack - California
2a. DT - Ron Brace - Boston College
2b. OG - Herman Johnson - LSU
3. DB - Chip Vaughn - Wake Forest
IF B.J. Raji is there with our first pick, then we have to take him.
Priority Free Agent Pick Up
DE/LB - Terrell Suggs - Baltimore Ravens
or
LB - Bart Scott - Baltimore Ravens
I think concentrating on the o-line and front seven will raise the bar for our fins. We have a tough 2009 schedule and if we want to compete with these teams, this is what we have to improve.
Improving the oline will legitimize our running game. We have way too much talent at RB to let it go to waste behind a mediocre offensive line. When we can consistently open up lanes for our running game, then Pennington will easily pick apart opposing DBs when he needs to do it.
Improving the running game should be our PRIMARY CONCERN
I have a few differing opinions...
High Priority
Defensive Line - I have been saying this since November, we don't have anyone outside of Porter as a legitimate pass rusher, it would be nice to have someone on the defensive line to pose that type of threat. B.J. Raji (7.5 sacks and 14 TFL)or Ron Brace
Linebacker - Our LB corp is average at best. Porter will be our pass rush specialist, but we still need to upgrade that unit. Terrell Suggs or Bart Scott
Center or Right Guard - All we need is one of these guys, but two is even better. I am hoping Duke Robinson is there when we pick in the first, but I don't think he will be, no way the top guard in the draft drops that low but if we can add him to the unit with a new o-line coach and this could end up being a good start to a smashmouth runnning game. Alternate Pick...Alex Mack, Herman Johnson
Medium Priority
Wide Receiver - Our WR corp was the one of the biggest suprises last season. Considering the talent level, I was very impressed with how well they performed. I don't think it's necessary this year to use an early pick to draft or acquire a WR. But if the price is right, than go for it.
Defensive Back - This unit got better as the year went on, but they are flirting with the other side of 30, so we do need to inject some young blood into this unit. The Jason Allen experiment is starting to look like a bust, I still hope he can turn it around though, but I won't hold my breath. Sean Smith, Chip Vaughn, DeAngelo Smith, Mark Parsons
As of right now, my first four picks look like this...
Early Draft Picks
1. C - Alex Mack - California
2a. DT - Ron Brace - Boston College
2b. OG - Herman Johnson - LSU
3. DB - Chip Vaughn - Wake Forest
IF B.J. Raji is there with our first pick, then we have to take him.
Priority Free Agent Pick Up
DE/LB - Terrell Suggs - Baltimore Ravens
or
LB - Bart Scott - Baltimore Ravens
I think concentrating on the o-line and front seven will raise the bar for our fins. We have a tough 2009 schedule and if we want to compete with these teams, this is what we have to improve.
Improving the oline will legitimize our running game. We have way too much talent at RB to let it go to waste behind a mediocre offensive line. When we can consistently open up lanes for our running game, then Pennington will easily pick apart opposing DBs when he needs to do it.
Improving the running game should be our PRIMARY CONCERN
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MAdolfan
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we need a dominant number one to help out our passing offense. With a good number one it will force them to respect the pass better and open up the running game. We NEED a dominant number one, and we do not have one on this roster
MustangFinFan
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Realistically....ill sign Jordan Gross and Terrell Suggs.
Realistically....ill draft Alex Mack, Hakeem Nicks, Ron Brace.
ive heard a few negative things about Duke Robinson getting manhandled against good teams, not sure if its true or not, but if it is...ill take the best Center in the draft instead.
Realistically....ill draft Alex Mack, Hakeem Nicks, Ron Brace.
ive heard a few negative things about Duke Robinson getting manhandled against good teams, not sure if its true or not, but if it is...ill take the best Center in the draft instead.
dolphindan1970
Seasoned Veteran
No mention of the O-line really, and I definitely feel that is where we still need some upgrades.
I agree with needing more of a pass rush, recievers could use a little more help speed wise to at least have that blow by guy out their, at least in certain situations. Some help in the defensive backs, the Cardinals smoked us with their guys.
I like Chad Pennington, he's a good guy and really helped this team this year. So no one take this wrong, Im not saying to get rid of Chad, but I do think we need to really find out if Henne can handle the job. Really give him some playing time in pre-season against other teams 1st unit. If not, then I think we have to look for someone out their to be that QB of the future. Let me add though, I do think Henne can do the job and be our future, but after all the trouble finding a QB that we had, we have to be sure IMO.
I agree with needing more of a pass rush, recievers could use a little more help speed wise to at least have that blow by guy out their, at least in certain situations. Some help in the defensive backs, the Cardinals smoked us with their guys.
I like Chad Pennington, he's a good guy and really helped this team this year. So no one take this wrong, Im not saying to get rid of Chad, but I do think we need to really find out if Henne can handle the job. Really give him some playing time in pre-season against other teams 1st unit. If not, then I think we have to look for someone out their to be that QB of the future. Let me add though, I do think Henne can do the job and be our future, but after all the trouble finding a QB that we had, we have to be sure IMO.
darth_stryder79
Active Roster
1. Center- I think getting a big, run blocking center will solve the offensive line problems. Satele will be a better guard and he can still back up at center. We then got depth at guard with Smiley, Donald Thomas and Satele. Re-signing V.Carey is a big priority. What do you guys think about using the franchise tag on Carey if we cant sign him to a contract? It will give us another year to address other areas at least.
2. Nose Tackle- Getting a future replacement for J.Ferguson has to be #1 priority, along with getting a center. We cant risk banking on Ferguson playing the whole year. The whole defense will cave in if without a good NT.
3.Linebacker- A Passrushing OLB has to be found, but the ILB are weak as well. especially without Crowder.
4.Defensive Back-Miami needs a FS and a CB. They gotta take the BPA when their time comes.
I actually feel the WR position can be a strength for Miami. Getting a big, physical wideout would be nice, but there are just too many other areas of need that are more important.
2. Nose Tackle- Getting a future replacement for J.Ferguson has to be #1 priority, along with getting a center. We cant risk banking on Ferguson playing the whole year. The whole defense will cave in if without a good NT.
3.Linebacker- A Passrushing OLB has to be found, but the ILB are weak as well. especially without Crowder.
4.Defensive Back-Miami needs a FS and a CB. They gotta take the BPA when their time comes.
I actually feel the WR position can be a strength for Miami. Getting a big, physical wideout would be nice, but there are just too many other areas of need that are more important.
darth_stryder79
Active Roster
Where is Ron Brace projected to go? I read somewhere late 1st/early 2nd? Is he a prototypical 3-4 NT?
darth_stryder79
Active Roster
I definitely agree with seeing if Henne can do the job. I think Pennington is a great leader and Miami should seriously consider grooming Pennington to be a coach. But Henne has the arm to make this offense dynamic.
Ginn's greatness will show only when Henne gets in. From what I've seen of games, Ginn almost alwyas has his man beat deep. Henne can actually hit him in stride. Opposing teams will definitely keep a safety over Ginn. Imagine what Bess, Camarillo, and an improved London can do with one on on coverage all the time? I'm excited about this group and I know they will shine when Henne does get in.
Ginn's greatness will show only when Henne gets in. From what I've seen of games, Ginn almost alwyas has his man beat deep. Henne can actually hit him in stride. Opposing teams will definitely keep a safety over Ginn. Imagine what Bess, Camarillo, and an improved London can do with one on on coverage all the time? I'm excited about this group and I know they will shine when Henne does get in.
normaniii
Active Roster
Pennington was superb
whats the rush - sit him for 3-4 yrs if pennington kps playing well and then let him fly.
Phanatical
Official Daunte Hater
I find it quite humorous that one of the biggest needs wasn't even on the list: Offensive guard.
LOL
GO PHINS~!
LOL
GO PHINS~!
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High Priority
Free Agent:
1a. CB Ashmougu from Oakland... if franchised (this then becomes a medium priority and settle it through the (Draft priority 2-3rd). He is the cream of the crop and would help improve our pass rush that at time was a 1 or 2 step from the QB. Having him will give them that 1-2 steps back. Just to show you an example ... look at the years JT and Trace had with Sam and Patrick. Dunta Robinson - cheaper option but give me the jackpot first
1b. OLB Suggs or Dansby ... we need someone that can rush the Qb, has speed to play the run (laterally) and has strong cover skills (Roth is good, but not all three).. Draft Priority (1st -2nd).
1c. DE Peppers from Carolina... if Franchised (this becomes a lesser Priority) --- How it works ... move Langford inside.
Medium Priority
2a. Center/OL - I dont see it as much of a priority, with in my opinion it being more in terms of improving our Guard play (a high priority than a C), but with Sparano teams (the bigger the better)... I dont want to trade Satele, but it seems to be that small versitale players don't fit the online imprint for Sparano. (Draft priority 2-3rd)
2b. Defensive Back - (FS) - we need a ball hawk to pair with Bell in the back field (Bell plays the run very well and all that J. Allen can be either at CB or FS it just not happening. (This might have to be one of those glamour big mouth come test me type players) ie, TBuck, Sam M, D. Green, D. Sanders, etc. (not saying this player should be given the title out right based on College). But his game and how he attacks it has to be similar (they grow and strengthen with every challenge
Recap
Free Agent
1a. CB Ashmougu or bust (reserve for the draft)
1b. OLB T. Suggs or K. Dansby or bust (reserve for the draft)
1c. DE Peppers or bust
---Note getting one out of the three is more realistic and if possible that would move the other position high up the draft priority list (with the expection of DE) - Draft Priority would be for a NT
2. Otogwe (FS) - St. Louis (he is young and would allow us to focus more on CB in the draft). --- we havent had this type of FS since Marion
Draft
1st OLB (This pick drops down to early 2nd rd and becomes ILB if we sign a OLB)
2nd CB (This selection drops down to bottom 2nd or Third if we sign a CB and if we sign a OLB this becomes 1st Round)
2nd FS/OL
3rd FS/OL
--- WR in the late 2nd early third may not suprise me as well.
--- I identified OL for all positions, b/c i dont see Satele as a draft or free agent priority ... I believe thats more at tackle and guard depending on Smiley recovery, Carey free agency, D. Thomas recover, and S. Murphy development. So it is possibility that Satele gets traded (again based on Parcells oline wants). We should get a 2nd or third.
Trade opportunities.
Players for picks (round/day possibilities)
1. Satele - 2nd/3rd
2. Wilford - Day 2
3. Roth - Late 3rd/more likely day two
4. Torbor - Day two
Idea (possibly fairy tale)
Trade Down
Our 25th pick for DET 2nd Round pick (1st Selection), 3rd (1st Selection), 5th Round flip and 3rd next year --- They get:
Det gets three #1s, still has a third (has dallas 3rd) and still gets a 5th (with the flip)
We get three #2s, a second #3 (1st selection) which is good (just like last year) its the first pick on day 2, a higher number 5 (trade bait or a find) and a thirds next year (which is good we acquire more picks). I thought about a 1st or 2nd but that might be asking for two much (new regime and all)...
Let me know what yall think (Dream or some reality to it)
Free Agent:
1a. CB Ashmougu from Oakland... if franchised (this then becomes a medium priority and settle it through the (Draft priority 2-3rd). He is the cream of the crop and would help improve our pass rush that at time was a 1 or 2 step from the QB. Having him will give them that 1-2 steps back. Just to show you an example ... look at the years JT and Trace had with Sam and Patrick. Dunta Robinson - cheaper option but give me the jackpot first
1b. OLB Suggs or Dansby ... we need someone that can rush the Qb, has speed to play the run (laterally) and has strong cover skills (Roth is good, but not all three).. Draft Priority (1st -2nd).
1c. DE Peppers from Carolina... if Franchised (this becomes a lesser Priority) --- How it works ... move Langford inside.
Medium Priority
2a. Center/OL - I dont see it as much of a priority, with in my opinion it being more in terms of improving our Guard play (a high priority than a C), but with Sparano teams (the bigger the better)... I dont want to trade Satele, but it seems to be that small versitale players don't fit the online imprint for Sparano. (Draft priority 2-3rd)
2b. Defensive Back - (FS) - we need a ball hawk to pair with Bell in the back field (Bell plays the run very well and all that J. Allen can be either at CB or FS it just not happening. (This might have to be one of those glamour big mouth come test me type players) ie, TBuck, Sam M, D. Green, D. Sanders, etc. (not saying this player should be given the title out right based on College). But his game and how he attacks it has to be similar (they grow and strengthen with every challenge
Recap
Free Agent
1a. CB Ashmougu or bust (reserve for the draft)
1b. OLB T. Suggs or K. Dansby or bust (reserve for the draft)
1c. DE Peppers or bust
---Note getting one out of the three is more realistic and if possible that would move the other position high up the draft priority list (with the expection of DE) - Draft Priority would be for a NT
2. Otogwe (FS) - St. Louis (he is young and would allow us to focus more on CB in the draft). --- we havent had this type of FS since Marion
Draft
1st OLB (This pick drops down to early 2nd rd and becomes ILB if we sign a OLB)
2nd CB (This selection drops down to bottom 2nd or Third if we sign a CB and if we sign a OLB this becomes 1st Round)
2nd FS/OL
3rd FS/OL
--- WR in the late 2nd early third may not suprise me as well.
--- I identified OL for all positions, b/c i dont see Satele as a draft or free agent priority ... I believe thats more at tackle and guard depending on Smiley recovery, Carey free agency, D. Thomas recover, and S. Murphy development. So it is possibility that Satele gets traded (again based on Parcells oline wants). We should get a 2nd or third.
Trade opportunities.
Players for picks (round/day possibilities)
1. Satele - 2nd/3rd
2. Wilford - Day 2
3. Roth - Late 3rd/more likely day two
4. Torbor - Day two
Idea (possibly fairy tale)
Trade Down
Our 25th pick for DET 2nd Round pick (1st Selection), 3rd (1st Selection), 5th Round flip and 3rd next year --- They get:
Det gets three #1s, still has a third (has dallas 3rd) and still gets a 5th (with the flip)
We get three #2s, a second #3 (1st selection) which is good (just like last year) its the first pick on day 2, a higher number 5 (trade bait or a find) and a thirds next year (which is good we acquire more picks). I thought about a 1st or 2nd but that might be asking for two much (new regime and all)...
Let me know what yall think (Dream or some reality to it)
G-Force
Hall Of Famer
My #1 draft priority is a DT or WR. J-Ferg only has so many snaps left IMO and we need a good possesion WR for the red zone and to take pressure off our speedsters. OL? With the coach coming from the G-men and Sparano's experiance I'm not too worried about that problem. I put my faith in whatever they do. We also need an ILB and secondary help. I beleive we took care of the other OLB position with the Wake signing. Bottom line is we will draft the best players available like last year and If Bill and Jeff go totally opposite of my opinions I will still have faith in whatever they choose is best. We have the greatest franchise builder and football mind ever running things so we should just sit back enjoy and have faith.
Offensive line and guard are not mentioned because we have Justin Smiley and Donald Thomas, both who missed time for injury. I think with them both back and healthy this is less of a need.