@sdbacker80 said:

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? 

@jiggins7919 said:

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? 

@sdbacker80 said:

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. 

@tour2ma said:

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. 

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          

... and about as on-target as most.

Robinson could maybe switch to RT? and draft a development LT/RT later on.

im fine with them drafting/targeting a tackle (either side) to shore things up though.

- 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.

@clevelandwantsplayoffs said:

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. 

@sdbacker80 said:

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. 

@the-gipper said:

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.  

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

@sdbacker80 said:

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. 

@the-gipper said:

This is an unpopular opinion but fixing Baker and the play caller probably solves most of the issues.

Well, Baker may have had some issue,  but, it may simply be addition by subtraction in getting rid of Freddie as far a Mayfield is concerned.  But, the fact is that with him and the rest of the skill positions we have some serious talent there.  Can't say that overall for the OL.   Three positions, to my mind, need upgraded:   LT, RT, RG.

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.

@clevelandwantsplayoffs said:

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 

@warriorsrpussies said:

Yup Trade for Trent Williams (late 3rd?) and draft a RT in the first round that can FOR SURE start Day 1 and eventually be groomed for take over for Trent once he declines or retires ETC.

Well...identify a LT anyway that can work here......and the Right side of the line.

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?

Well, Baker may have had some issue,  but, it may simply be addition by subtraction in getting rid of Freddie as far a Mayfield is concerned.  But, the fact is that with him and the rest of the skill positions we have some serious talent there.  Can't say that overall for the OL.   Three positions, to my mind, need upgraded:   LT, RT, RG.

we just produced one of the top (should have been the top) rushing attacks.  We had lots of issues with Baker in a clean pocket.  

Personnel wise, Hubbard has to go.  I thought the interior played well.  Teller looked like he got it towards the end.  Robinson has spurts.
 

I wouldn’t force it in the first round if the player isnt there but it should certainly be a priority early in the draft.  And yes i also add a good free agent tackle if some of these guys aren’t franchised. 

5Andrew ThomasGeorgiaJrOL16-53201

4Tristan WirfsIowaJrOL26-53221

9Jedrick Wills Jr.AlabamaJrOL36-532021

Creed HumphreyOklahomaSophOL46-531625

Tyler BiadaszWisconsinJrOL56-332136

Austin JacksonUSCJrOL66-631044

Prince Tega WanoghoAuburnSrOL76-730545

Mekhi BectonLouisvilleJrOL86-736947

Josh JonesHoustonSrOL96-731052

Isaiah WilsonGeorgiaSophOL106-734053

Trey SmithTennesseeJrOL116-632556

John SimpsonClemsonSrOL126-433059

Lucas NiangTCUSrOL136-732862

Trey AdamsWashingtonSrOL146-831471

Netane MutiFresno St.JrOL156-330774

Jack DriscollAuburnSrOL166-529675

Lloyd Cushenberry IIILSUJrOL176-431580

Robert HuntLouisianaSrOL186-532293

Solomon KindleyGeorgiaJrOL196-433596

Cesar RuizMichiganJrOL206-431999

Samuel CosmiTexasSophOL216-7300100

Alaric JacksonIowaJrOL226-6320