Not exactly sure what we mean by 'build an offense around Culpepper' ..
IF that means -- build a pass 1st mentality around pass blocking -- then I vote NO - NO - NO !!
IF that just means -- get a solid LT to protect his blind side, an upgrade at R/LG or C to go along with a REAL #1 WR .... then sure -- but that has NOTHING to do with Culpepper --- we BADLY NEED those improvements, regardless of who ends up leading the way next SEP !!!!
We absolutely CAN NOT put all our eggs in a Culpepper basket next year .... if'n he is 100% healthy, and improves his play -- then I'm all about him leading the team ... if not -- then cut sling and move in another direction !!!
The PROBLEM is that since he CAN NOT start effectively rehab'ing until MAR -- it puts us in a real bind .............. what it really boils down to is
1- put all blind faith in Culpepper again next year ...
2- find a solid QB to lead the team for at least 2-3 years whether or not Culpepper can come back ...
I vote for COA # 2 .... trade Joey .... draft a QB .... keep Lemon around if possible .... and pick up someone -- even if its Gus to start if Culpepper can't go next year ...
Also, I would be shocked if Schaub doesn't get traded this offseason -- if for no other reason than to smooth the waters with Vick ... so the 'cost' to get him this year, might not be as high as it was last year ... I would give our 2d RD pick for him -- easily ... he is WORLDs better than Joey !