Sure, but you can't assume TT is going to sign free agents because track record indicates he won't. Yes they have the money but this isn't the first off season they've had the money. I also said, if he chooses to use FA to fill needs then I agree with what you said, I'm not counting on it so the draft in that case would be the only course of action.
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Sure, but you can't assume TT is going to sign free agents because track record indicates he won't. Yes they have the money but this isn't the first off season they've had the money. I also said, if he chooses to use FA to fill needs then I agree with what you said, I'm not counting on it so the draft in that case would be the only course of action.
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It´s true the draft shouldn´t be the only way to acquire talent but unfortunately Thompson ignores all other methods to do it.
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Oh, come on - now that you've used the word 'ignores', we'll have the examples where he really did sign FAs http://www.packers.com/team/howbuilt.html .
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For an OLB
Scooby Wright, Arizona (just looks like a Packer)
Shaq Lawson, Clemson
Jordan Jenkins, Georgia
However, my favorite player in this entire draft is Eric Striker from Oklahoma. He can play OLB, ILB and Safety. The dude is a playmaker and whoever drafts him will be getting a steal. I hope we draft him.
Scooby Wright, Arizona (just looks like a Packer)
Shaq Lawson, Clemson
Jordan Jenkins, Georgia
However, my favorite player in this entire draft is Eric Striker from Oklahoma. He can play OLB, ILB and Safety. The dude is a playmaker and whoever drafts him will be getting a steal. I hope we draft him.
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I think most folks are in agreement on our needs this time around. TE & ILB are our top tier needs and we should be able to upgrade both in first two rounds this year.
After Tretter showing he could handle duties at LT in a pinch, I'm not quite a worried about the back OT position. He is becoming a real value to this team and can fill lots of holes as needed. Still, adding another OT would be advisable.
OLB is another spot that will need, at a minimum, depth, if not upgrade real soon. A partner for CM3 would be great. Also, a deep threat WR added to the mix would make this offense absolutely scary. I know we would have to dump two out of Adams, Abby and Janis but hey, if it's a deep threat upgrade, I've got no problem with that. It may not be a pressing need for sure. And lastly a Punter. These are all 2nd tier needs although Punter is pushing the ceiling on that. Getting a good punter could be huge tactically. Right now it's a liability. We brought in an UDFA which wasn't up to grade, we are going to have to invest in one to get one we need.
After that, draft depth and potential and see if someone jumps out at you. Especially on the lines.
After Tretter showing he could handle duties at LT in a pinch, I'm not quite a worried about the back OT position. He is becoming a real value to this team and can fill lots of holes as needed. Still, adding another OT would be advisable.
OLB is another spot that will need, at a minimum, depth, if not upgrade real soon. A partner for CM3 would be great. Also, a deep threat WR added to the mix would make this offense absolutely scary. I know we would have to dump two out of Adams, Abby and Janis but hey, if it's a deep threat upgrade, I've got no problem with that. It may not be a pressing need for sure. And lastly a Punter. These are all 2nd tier needs although Punter is pushing the ceiling on that. Getting a good punter could be huge tactically. Right now it's a liability. We brought in an UDFA which wasn't up to grade, we are going to have to invest in one to get one we need.
After that, draft depth and potential and see if someone jumps out at you. Especially on the lines.
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I'm officially on the "draft Eric Striker" bandwagon like I was with Paul Dawson last season.
Not huge into college football, isnt he an OLB?
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This is who I hope we draft in the middle rounds! He'll be a steal!
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Even the best teams benefit greatly from a good punter. Field position is a huge part of today's game, especially against good teams. one of the biggest mistakes Wolf said he ever committed in FA was when it came to his punter and he didn't value him enough and Hentrich walked. I wouldn't underestimate how much impact a great punter can have for a team.
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OLB/ILB/Safety. Jack of all trades.
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You are of course 100% right, but my heart says it`s giving the ball away, where I`d prefer to march the ball down the field every time. Unrealistic of course but......
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I do like the way you think
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We've been talking ILB for awhile now high on the priority list and I don't think that's changed. I understand TT doesn't like to use FA many years but I really think this year he needs to make an exception depending on what options we'll have via the draft vs. FA
Ideally we take care of 1-2 of our top 5 needs in FA (if the value is there and the situation presents itself as a good fit).
As far as position needs I think its obviously dependent on who we can or can't afford to keep at the negotiating table that are existing players. Our core unit is solid. However, This year these positions negatively impacted our performance and have to be priorities.
TE, OT, ILB, WR, O-line backups
Honorable mention:
P competition for Masthay
RB depth replacement for J Franklin
Ideally we take care of 1-2 of our top 5 needs in FA (if the value is there and the situation presents itself as a good fit).
As far as position needs I think its obviously dependent on who we can or can't afford to keep at the negotiating table that are existing players. Our core unit is solid. However, This year these positions negatively impacted our performance and have to be priorities.
TE, OT, ILB, WR, O-line backups
Honorable mention:
P competition for Masthay
RB depth replacement for J Franklin
There's a good crop of LB's both inside and out that are going to be available in free agency. I would say as of now it's easily the deepest position that's going to be available in free agency.
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Damn that's a lot. Wonder what round we'll grab a linebackers coach.
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Someone posted about needing a deep threat. In 2014 Nelson was 10th in the league in receptions over 20 yards. In fact cobb was 3rd. The year before Nelson was 4th. We have a great deep threat
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Might have been wondering about the 2016 Jordy. If he picks up where he left off, fine. Otherwise, Cobb does need a legit outside guy in order to do what he did in 2014.
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I guess I don't fully understand the worry. Jordy is the exact type of guy who will rehab hard and while older he isn't ancient. Amazing route runner with very good speed. He will be fine. A te who can stretch the field will do the same for cobb
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When did I ever say "draft needs"?
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When was the word "draft" ever mentioned in the thread's title?
Well since it's all the Packers ever do, my guess is it was just assumed.
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You know, I'm not on the Scooby band wagon at all. But I'm all about a tweener in this draft. This guy seems extremely small though. 6'0" 220 pounds. I'm not sure how that will translate. However, I really like the potential of the Su'a Cravens kid.
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I think any TE and ILB will have to come in rounds 1 and 2. Anything later will get us nothing but average again. The rest will have to come later. Wouldn't surprise me if we go heavy on the OL and DL this time. Thinking we will have 9 picks this year and definately want a punter in there as well. Perhaps someone like Schobert will be available in rounds 3 or 4 but I expect his stock will rise on the weeks to come.
