3rdandinches
Seasoned Veteran
Trade #1 - R.Brown, G.Wilson (he maybe a bad FS but he's a valuable SS), T.Ginn and a 7th to potential suitors....
KC or DET for a 2nd. Both teams need a #1 RB, both need help at SS and depth at WR. Detroit would be an ideal fit, teaming up Wilson and Delmas would be great for Detroits defense.
Trade #2 - J.Porter to Denver for the rights to T.Scheffler. Denver can use more 3/4 bodies and do not seem to need Scheffler so atleast they can get something in return. J.Porter could lineup opposite Dummerville giving Denver a nice OLB combo.
Re-sign - L.Polite, D.Bess, N.Jones, J.Taylor
Sign - Newly aquired TE T.Scheffler - for some reason J.McDaniels doesn't use Scheffler more then a blocker, the one game they used him he had over 100yds. Scheffler can block, runs real good routes and has soft hands. He can stretch the field for us and give Henne a security blanket.
C.Hampton NT - Pittsburgh doesn't like to pay older vets no matter whats still left in the tank, just see Probowl OG A.Faneca, J.Porter, L.Foote etc. Hampton is a stout run defender that can allow Solai to further his development.
A.Bryant WR - cap or no cap the owners in TB don't really seem to want to spend money, Bryant maybe the best available WR which means paying alittle more what he deserves. He steps in instantly and becomes our #1, with an improved Hartline and Bess we turn a weakness into a strength.
M.Bell RB - With the trade of RB we could go either FA or draft, M.Bell is a powerful runner that would give R.Williams a breather here and there. He would be cheap enough that we can wait for Ricky's replacement next year. Bell if need be could also be a feature back if Williams went down, Cobbs is our 3rd option giving us some solid depth at RB. Our Oline suits M.Bell's skill set which makes it a match made in heaven.
Draft -
1. E.Thomas FS - 5'10 195 4.41/40. Top end ball hawking FS that can start right away, he solves a huge need for this team and teamed up with Bell, Smith and Davis will make a excellent young secondary. Thomas will stick his nose in the run game aswell, he's a very good all around player.
Other options... J.Hughes OLB, B.Spikes ILB, G.Tate WR
2. (via trade) V.Miller OLB - 6'3 240 4.6/40. Absolute beast of a pass rusher but also broke up 5 passes, he has a relentless motor to boot.
Other options... B.Spikes ILB if he falls, S.Kindle OLB, R.Sapp OLB
2. B.Graham OLB - 6'2 265 4.72/40. Can get to the QB and set the edge, has a non stop motor with great hand work.
Other options... O.Schofield OLB, M.Gilyard WR/KR
3. J.Pawelek ILB - 6'3 240 4.7/40. A stout run defender that is athletic enough to cover backs and TE's. 128 tackles, 6 tfl, 2 sacks and an amazing 6 picks. He's the athletic player we've needed at ILB.
Other options... M.Johnson ILB, D.Pitta TE
4. T.Price WR - 6'1 212 4.38/40. Is alittle raw but has #1 potential, size, speed and a precise route runner. He could be brought along slowly and become a huge steal for us.
We really set our selves up for the long haul after this offseason. Improving our play at NT, WR and TE with veterans that make an instant impact.
I realize trades are hard to do but I think Detroit would be getting excellent value for only a 2nd round pick. This may not be popular to trade R.Brown but we have shown that the Wildcat is not a need any more and P.White is being groomed to run it and other wrinkles. We have a powerful Oline and M.Bell would easily be a 1200yard back behind it but would only need to be a compliment to R.Williams this year.
The draft improves our ILB, FS and OLB depth. Pawelek ILB would push Akin in camp to start beside Crowder, his play making ability is just what we need. E.Thomas FS would probably start right away or at the least mid way through the season with Clemons backing him up. Where I think J.Taylor and C.Wake would start V.Miller OLB and B.Graham OLB could get some reps, provide great depth and give us a great looking future for our defense.
T.Price WR has good size and great/elite speed, he runs precise routes but is an under the radar type of player playing at Ohio. Getting A.Bryant in FA allows us to take a flyer on this guy and has tonnes of upside and no pressure to succeed right away.
Fire away!!!
KC or DET for a 2nd. Both teams need a #1 RB, both need help at SS and depth at WR. Detroit would be an ideal fit, teaming up Wilson and Delmas would be great for Detroits defense.
Trade #2 - J.Porter to Denver for the rights to T.Scheffler. Denver can use more 3/4 bodies and do not seem to need Scheffler so atleast they can get something in return. J.Porter could lineup opposite Dummerville giving Denver a nice OLB combo.
Re-sign - L.Polite, D.Bess, N.Jones, J.Taylor
Sign - Newly aquired TE T.Scheffler - for some reason J.McDaniels doesn't use Scheffler more then a blocker, the one game they used him he had over 100yds. Scheffler can block, runs real good routes and has soft hands. He can stretch the field for us and give Henne a security blanket.
C.Hampton NT - Pittsburgh doesn't like to pay older vets no matter whats still left in the tank, just see Probowl OG A.Faneca, J.Porter, L.Foote etc. Hampton is a stout run defender that can allow Solai to further his development.
A.Bryant WR - cap or no cap the owners in TB don't really seem to want to spend money, Bryant maybe the best available WR which means paying alittle more what he deserves. He steps in instantly and becomes our #1, with an improved Hartline and Bess we turn a weakness into a strength.
M.Bell RB - With the trade of RB we could go either FA or draft, M.Bell is a powerful runner that would give R.Williams a breather here and there. He would be cheap enough that we can wait for Ricky's replacement next year. Bell if need be could also be a feature back if Williams went down, Cobbs is our 3rd option giving us some solid depth at RB. Our Oline suits M.Bell's skill set which makes it a match made in heaven.
Draft -
1. E.Thomas FS - 5'10 195 4.41/40. Top end ball hawking FS that can start right away, he solves a huge need for this team and teamed up with Bell, Smith and Davis will make a excellent young secondary. Thomas will stick his nose in the run game aswell, he's a very good all around player.
Other options... J.Hughes OLB, B.Spikes ILB, G.Tate WR
2. (via trade) V.Miller OLB - 6'3 240 4.6/40. Absolute beast of a pass rusher but also broke up 5 passes, he has a relentless motor to boot.
Other options... B.Spikes ILB if he falls, S.Kindle OLB, R.Sapp OLB
2. B.Graham OLB - 6'2 265 4.72/40. Can get to the QB and set the edge, has a non stop motor with great hand work.
Other options... O.Schofield OLB, M.Gilyard WR/KR
3. J.Pawelek ILB - 6'3 240 4.7/40. A stout run defender that is athletic enough to cover backs and TE's. 128 tackles, 6 tfl, 2 sacks and an amazing 6 picks. He's the athletic player we've needed at ILB.
Other options... M.Johnson ILB, D.Pitta TE
4. T.Price WR - 6'1 212 4.38/40. Is alittle raw but has #1 potential, size, speed and a precise route runner. He could be brought along slowly and become a huge steal for us.
We really set our selves up for the long haul after this offseason. Improving our play at NT, WR and TE with veterans that make an instant impact.
I realize trades are hard to do but I think Detroit would be getting excellent value for only a 2nd round pick. This may not be popular to trade R.Brown but we have shown that the Wildcat is not a need any more and P.White is being groomed to run it and other wrinkles. We have a powerful Oline and M.Bell would easily be a 1200yard back behind it but would only need to be a compliment to R.Williams this year.
The draft improves our ILB, FS and OLB depth. Pawelek ILB would push Akin in camp to start beside Crowder, his play making ability is just what we need. E.Thomas FS would probably start right away or at the least mid way through the season with Clemons backing him up. Where I think J.Taylor and C.Wake would start V.Miller OLB and B.Graham OLB could get some reps, provide great depth and give us a great looking future for our defense.
T.Price WR has good size and great/elite speed, he runs precise routes but is an under the radar type of player playing at Ohio. Getting A.Bryant in FA allows us to take a flyer on this guy and has tonnes of upside and no pressure to succeed right away.
Fire away!!!
