It seems like the system we have our linemen are there to basically eat up blocks. Im thinking why not just go after a few big fatties later like Mcullers. Could basically do what Raji does only a lot cheaper.
Well, we do have Boyd who fits the profile, but we haven't seen enough of him to know if he can play.Well, it depends on what will happen between now and the draft. Right now we don´t have a single DL under contract who is best suited to play in a base 3-4 defense.
draft one, then get one from free agency. I say we should see what type of offers Lamarr Houston would entertain. He is young, big and has good production..... and I bet he would be willing to leave the slacker raiders and come to a real team.
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/H/HousLa99.htm
The Raiders have lots of cap space, they won´t let Houston walk away in free agency.
Raiders are one of the most STUPID nfl teams, ya never know unless ya make an offer
Where is Howard Green when you need him?Well, we do have Boyd who fits the profile, but we haven't seen enough of him to know if he can play.
If I were a betting man, I'd say Pickett will be back. He wants to play, they like him, he won't cost much, and he's probably good for about 20 snaps per game if his knees hold up.
Still, the point is well taken. Going forward with Boyd, Pickett and some mid-to-low round developmental big bodies is not going to cut it. We'll need a guy who can start now, and that will come at a cost.