No Matter Who...Priority #1 is the OL
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Best scenario would be LT Andrew Thomas having a Laremy Tunsil esque drop to #10, and RT Isaiah Wilson somehow being available in the early 2nd rd.
Would for sure consider taking Wilson at #10 if Thomas is gone.
Haven't watched much of Wirfs or Wills but neither have yet to declare anyways.
#1 Thomas
#2 Wilson
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one impact starter is needed for sure.
If they let Joe Show walk and make no reasonable attempt to upgrade the safety position with a starter. We have potentially larger issues.
We also need a plan too if the League office Decides that Myles should serve a 10/12 or say 16 game suspension.
Yes
BS if they let Schobert walk
BS if the league pulls that on Garrett.
Yes
BS if they let Schobert walk
BS if the league pulls that on Garrett.
LB, SS, FS - there is the center of defense. And Potentially losing a Pro Bowl DE for part of next year.
Your almost forced to depend on Kirksey next year- is that reasonable? Anyone want Randall back? I sure don’t.
We got some issues on this side of the ball.
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The offensive line is #1 priority. Followed by defensive line, and then safety. Redwine may be a starter next year, but next to who?
For the offensive line, I would imagine an upgrade at the LT position and have a strong competition for the RT spot.. also maybe use refs that throw flags in training camp?
Let’s correct something Redwine next to who.
No way should we roll into camp with Redwine as a starter. That would become an immediate issue.
we need two new starters there. And essentially a QB for the defense. It’s a HIGH need
Let’s correct something Redwine next to who.
No way should we roll into camp with Redwine as a starter. That would become an immediate issue.
we need two new starters there.Assuming that Randall doesn’t resign, I can’t imagine forking out too much capital on safeties. The interior defensive line seemed outworked and in need of some depth. We need 1 or 2 new OTs, probably another ILB as well.
Only 7 draft picks this year.
I could see signing a safety(Devin McCourty?) and drafting one in the later rounds. It would bring invaluable experience to the defense. I wouldn’t write off Redwine, he wasn’t bad for a rookie 4th rounder.
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Let’s correct something Redwine next to who.
No way should we roll into camp with Redwine as a starter. That would become an immediate issue.
we need two new starters there.Assuming that Randall doesn’t resign, I can’t imagine forking out too much capital on safeties. The interior defensive line seemed outworked and in need of some depth. We need 1 or 2 new OTs, probably another ILB as well.
Only 7 draft picks this year.
I could see signing a safety(Devin McCourty?) and drafting one in the later rounds. It would bring invaluable experience to the defense. I wouldn’t write off Redwine, he wasn’t bad for a rookie 4th rounder.
Assuming that Randall doesn’t resign, I can’t imagine forking out too much capital on safeties. The interior defensive line seemed outworked and in need of some depth. We need 1 or 2 new OTs, probably another ILB as well.
Which is why I was scratching my head when the released that depth at the interior DL when they cut Devaroe Lawrence.
Only 7 draft picks this year.
That is the normal number. I guess we just have to suffice with normal.
I could see signing a safety(Devin McCourty?) and drafting one in the later rounds. It would bring invaluable experience to the defense. I wouldn’t write off Redwine, he wasn’t bad for a rookie 4th rounder.
A Big, Big question....assuming it is not Saleh....who likely would handle his own defense, is who will the new HC bring in at DC. (of course, contrarily....the big question if Saleh were chosen is who would the OC be.
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- You're not getting Trent Williams for a 3rd. Drafting a middle round replacement to coach up at RT, or even investing a high pick in a RT, then abruptly switch to LT is also a bad move. The kinetics and footwork are no longer 2nd nature by switching sides. Sounds stupid, but it isn't. Ask a good lineman.
- I would like to see Schob re-signed. I think you'll see more action on that front when we announce who the next DC is. But I'm also a proponent of smart money. I like Joe, but he ain't Patrick Willis money.
- I would also like to see Randall resigned. Many here don't seem to remember what liabilities we had back there for so long. If DM is looking for top 10 money, then sure... he can walk. But if a reasonable contract can be struck, it would be in our best interests to keep him around. He quietly had a good season under Williams. Under Wilks? Well my thoughts on our departed DC can be found in many threads.
- As for the name next to Randall and who we might target in the draft. If OT is gone, there is another name I liked during this season who is going to be a day 2ish kind of guy - Winfield Jr.
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I see outside linebacker as a bigger concern, if I’m being honest. Our line played a median level all year and were asked to hold long ass blocks for down field throws. I agree with others that a game more conducive to bakers skill set? This line after week 5 (when 1/2 were injured) is easily a top 10 unit.
im fine with them drafting/targeting a tackle (either side) to shore things up though.
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I can see drafting a very good LT that falls to us in the second round, simmons (still hoping) in the first.
Robinson could maybe switch to RT? and draft a development LT/RT later on.
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Another click bait thread from the master...
... and about as on-target as most.
"When you have a shared vision it is a lot easier to make unpopular decisions." - Paul DePodesta "When you win, say nothing. When you lose, say less." - Paul Brown Complete 2017 Browns Board Mock: http://thebrownsboard.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=46196 -
My early draft board ain't changed..sure it may but.
My fingers are crossed OT Tristian Wirfs can't refuse top 15 money...Wirfs the size of a steeler lineman stuck in a Iowa unie..A Fix at our messy OL ya can put at any 3 positions for years...
Than along came this guy, who has declared... 2nd Rounder, day 2? that maybe another hope ?
burst/ballhawk/takes good tacking angles...than tackles..95 of them to lead Bama in 2019
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Another click bait thread from the master...
... and about as on-target as most.
You are one gutless wonder if all you got to contribute is to gripe about the Threads that other people begin.
I assume by your statement that you apparently believe that OL is not the #1 priority. Then why don't you defend that view instead of acting like a big whiny crybaby because someone had an idea that may have been at variance with yours.
Or start your own threads...if you have the balls or the brains to, which perhaps you fall short in either account.
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The offensive line is #1 priority. Followed by defensive line, and then safety. Redwine may be a starter next year, but next to who?
For the offensive line, I would imagine an upgrade at the LT position and have a strong competition for the RT spot.. also maybe use refs that throw flags in training camp?
Let’s correct something Redwine next to who.
No way should we roll into camp with Redwine as a starter. That would become an immediate issue.
we need two new starters there. And essentially a QB for the defense. It’s a HIGH need
No way should we roll into camp with Redwine as a starter. That would become an immediate issue.
We don't have to worry about that. I'm pretty sure Joe Mixon is still scraping Redwine off the bottom of his shoe, so we're good.
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Still old school on this. You address needs in FA. At least early in the draft you go BPA unless it makes no sense at all. We may not want to draft a QB as an example, but then again, Baker didn't play all that well. No doubt he got a bit chubby and possibly his head got fat.
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No way should we roll into camp with Redwine as a starter. That would become an immediate issue.
We don't have to worry about that. I'm pretty sure Joe Mixon is still scraping Redwine off the bottom of his shoe, so we're good.
We don't have to worry about that. I'm pretty sure Joe Mixon is still scraping Redwine off the bottom of his shoe, so we're good.
No doubt about it and we had a few others that are still in the sod at Heinz Field, Arizona and Cincy too.
i think we are much closer on offense IF Baker improves and Hubbard is out of that RT spot.
we have way too many concerns on the other side of the ball
what do you all think about the Garrett situation does the NFL wrap this thing into next season as well?
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We don't have to worry about that. I'm pretty sure Joe Mixon is still scraping Redwine off the bottom of his shoe, so we're good.
No doubt about it and we had a few others that are still in the sod at Heinz Field, Arizona and Cincy too.
i think we are much closer on offense IF Baker improves and Hubbard is out of that RT spot.
we have way too many concerns on the other side of the ball
what do you all think about the Garrett situation does the NFL wrap this thing into next season as well?
what do you all think about the Garrett situation does the NFL wrap this thing into next season as well?
Oh yeah. I think it'll be put to rest early because the NFL wants it in the past and they don't want further negative exposure. I know I gave Myles a hard time, mainly because of the lack of "game changing" plays, but obviously he's freaking amazing and we felt his absence like a mofo. He's so good, and I can't wait to get him back. Man....this year really was a cluster taco, huh?
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