NFL Offseason & Waiting for the Swifties Return Thread

[Babillygunn]

Justin Fields to Jets.

Sam Darnold to Seahawks.

Of the two, I’d take Fields.

 

[InCali]

Right now I see the Raiders Draft plans as a Flow Chart:

IS Sanders is Available at #6?

Yes? - Draft
No - Proceed to next option.

Depending on how things go in FA, I could see Jeanty or McMillian being options

I just don’t see them going running back that high.

 

[The Big G]

I just don’t see them going running back that high.

i've heard that there's a lot of Raiders coach who like Jeanty. But i've also heard that the Raiders are interested in Najee Harris.

We'll find out.

 

[InCali]

Man, the Pats are really spending some of that cap money; a LOT of it on (needed) defensive help.

@Ninjablade must be pleased.

 

[Ninjablade]

Man, the Pats are really spending some of that cap money; a LOT of it on (needed) defensive help.

@Ninjablade must be pleased.

Some of the signings I like more than others, but for the most part I'm content with what they've done so far.

Wish they were more aggressive and ballsy at the WR or LT positions, though. Would've liked them to have been in on DK. Holding out hope for Kupp, but not feeling great about it. The Hollins signing is the only one I really don't like.

 

[InCali]

Some of the signings I like more than others, but for the most part I'm content with what they've done so far.

Wish they were more aggressive and ballsy at the WR or LT positions, though. Would've liked them to have been in on DK. Holding out hope for Kupp, but not feeling great about it. The Hollins signing is the only one I really don't like.

If they can stabilize their D, there is a lot of help to be had in the draft (and they could even trade down). I think there are a couple of stud LTs (not Lawrence Taylors unfortunately) that could last into the mid 1st round. I'm pretty familiar with Kupp and he can help. He's a gamer and big time in the clutch, but at this point, he needs a guy who can really stretch the field. NE has some very mediocre WRs and I agree they need help big time there. I know you aren't sold on Hunter, but the dude strikes fear into the hearts of DBs (and QBs depending on which position he's playing). I think Kupp could be a candidate in NE if they can get him for the right price. I don't what NE has left after their spending spree. The Rams might end up cutting him and he's not getting the 20M+ contracts anymore. He'd pair well there and Maye would freaking love that guy.

 

[Ninjablade]

If they can stabilize their D, there is a lot of help to be had in the draft (and they could even trade down). I think there are a couple of stud LTs (not Lawrence Taylors unfortunately) that could last into the mid 1st round. I'm pretty familiar with Kupp and he can help. He's a gamer and big time in the clutch, but at this point, he needs a guy who can really stretch the field. NE has some very mediocre WRs and I agree they need help big time there. I know you aren't sold on Hunter, but the dude strikes fear into the hearts of DBs (and QBs depending on which position he's playing). I think Kupp could be a candidate in NE if they can get him for the right price. I don't what NE has left after their spending spree. The Rams might end up cutting him and he's not getting the 20M+ contracts anymore. He'd pair well there and Maye would freaking love that guy.

I'm actually starting to come around and talk myself into Hunter at 4 if he's there. The Combine has shaken my faith in any of the tackle prospects up high. Plenty of later round picks that I'm okay with as developmental pieces, but if they're picking at 4 that needs to be a surefire starter. They're so desperate for talent at that position, that Hunter would be worth the risk for me.

Also just more of a reason to bring in Kupp. Guy is the ultimate professional and would be a great leader/adult in the room. Perfect kind of guy to help out all the young WRs on top of helping out the QB in a big way.

 

[blueharvest]

 

[InCali]

I'm actually starting to come around and talk myself into Hunter at 4 if he's there. The Combine has shaken my faith in any of the tackle prospects up high. Plenty of later round picks that I'm okay with as developmental pieces, but if they're picking at 4 that needs to be a surefire starter. They're so desperate for talent at that position, that Hunter would be worth the risk for me.

Also just more of a reason to bring in Kupp. Guy is the ultimate professional and would be a great leader/adult in the room. Perfect kind of guy to help out all the young WRs on top of helping out the QB in a big way.

WRT Kupp, you are dead ass on. The guy is great and would still be with the Rams (you know what I mean) if they were able to come to an agreement that wasn't so backloaded. It just occurs to me that if a guy REALLY wants to remain with a particular franchise, they should think about the structure of the contract on the backend.

I really like some of the LTs in the draft. I think the combines give you the least info about people on the OL than just about any other position. I think Membou could be a beast and he could easily land outside the top 10.

Glad to hear you've softened on Hunter. He's gonna cause trouble and fills needs for the Pats. I think Hunter is there at 4 unless Cleveland takes him. Outside QB, Carter is the guy people are gonna be falling all over themselves about. I don't see how the Titans pass on him, but if they go QB, can you imagine the possibilities for him lining up opposite Garrett in Cleveland???

 

[InCali]

Great news for Colts fans.

Thing is, Jones might just come around one of these days. The guy has talent and he might be one of those guys who needed to grow into the position. The game was really moving fast for him in NY, so who knows? He wouldn't be the first QB who blossomed in their mid to late 20s.

 

[Babillygunn]

Great news for Colts fans.

Thing is, Jones might just come around one of these days. The guy has talent and he might be one of those guys who needed to grow into the position. The game was really moving fast for him in NY, so who knows? He wouldn't be the first QB who blossomed in their mid to late 20s.

I’d take Jones over Richardson. Jones can be a game manager in the mode of Trent Dilfer if he’s put in the right position. Richardson has the mobility of rookie RGIII, the arm strength of Jeff George, but the accuracy of Jameis Winston with sawdust in his eye, and the attitude/work ethic of Kerry Collin’s when he was on the sauce.

 

[InCali]

I’d take Jones over Richardson. Jones can be a game manager in the mode of Trent Dilfer if he’s put in the right position. Richardson has the mobility of rookie RGIII, the arm strength of Jeff George, but the accuracy of Jameis Winston with sawdust in his eye, and the attitude/work ethic of Kerry Collin’s when he was on the sauce.

Raider fans are well acquainted with JaMarcus Russell.

 

[Babillygunn]

Raider fans are well acquainted with JaMarcus Russell.

I admit. I was fooled by him in college. I watched him at LSU and remember thinking “this guy is a can’t miss. He’s athletic and has a howitzer for an arm.”

Yikes.

 

[blueharvest]

 

[InCali]

Great signing for the Bills and at a bargain price. He's not an every down guy anymore, but he can give you what you need if healthy. Hard to believe he couldn't get more, but maybe he's thinking SB after being with the Chargers....LOL

 

[InCali]

I wouldn't say Wilson is washed. Dude had no offensive line this year, no running game, average WR's and a coach who absolutely hated him. He got a bad deal in Denver and handled it better than some would.

I think he would do well in Atlanta or Pittsburgh.

Wasn't he with Pittsburg last year? I think Wiison could still win, but he needs an exceptional team. He's not lifting the team anymore.

Anyway, the Rams released Kupp because they couldn't find a trading partner (not surprising considering his contract). NOW, for those of you who know more than I do about such things, does that mean Kupp could resign with ANY team??? Including his old one or are they the exception? Kupp LOVES being in LA and I think the Rams would like to keep him at a reduced salary.

 

[blueharvest]

 

[NewYorkSpider]

Wasn't he with Pittsburg last year? I think Wiison could still win, but he needs an exceptional team. He's not lifting the team anymore.

Anyway, the Rams released Kupp because they couldn't find a trading partner (not surprising considering his contract). NOW, for those of you who know more than I do about such things, does that mean Kupp could resign with ANY team??? Including his old one or are they the exception? Kupp LOVES being in LA and I think the Rams would like to keep him at a reduced salary.

I posted that about Wilson 5 days before he signed with Pittsburgh. That post was from last year lol


I'm pretty sure Kupp can sign with any team including the Rams. I don't think the Rams want him anyway considering they told him he wasn't in their future plans. I think New England will be in play on this one.

 

[ComicChick]

D-Hop to the Ravens

the home of wayward WR's lol

i kinda like it though?

 

[InCali]

I posted that about Wilson 5 days before he signed with Pittsburgh. That post was from last year lol


I'm pretty sure Kupp can sign with any team including the Rams. I don't think the Rams want him anyway considering they told him he wasn't in their future plans. I think New England will be in play on this one.

That's freaking hysterical. LOLOL.

Kupp isn't in their plans for 24M, but for less?? He could definitely still help. I think he'll help someone next year. More than Wilson.

 

[blueharvest]

 

[InCali]

If they have to trade up to get Milroe......

I love the idea of getting Carter at 2 if he's there. Having Garrett and Carter is gonna create havoc in the opposing team's backfield.

I dunno man.....maybe I'm all wrong about the guy, He's a terrific athlete and all, but I think there are 4 or 5 better QBs in the draft.

 

[ComicChick]

the ravens are playing the lions in baltimore this year, and i think i'm going to splurge for tickets. it's only about 4-5 hours away

 

[ComicChick]

Chiefs have re-signed Kareem Hunt

 

[blueharvest]