03-09-2022, 04:14 AM
(03-09-2022, 02:37 AM)casear2727 Wrote: I dont disagree we need the best oline possible, but do we chance the issues that come with your scenario?
The issue is our team structure and its coming issues.
I dont want to overpay Bates anymore than you do, but here are the issues that must be addressed if we let him walk:
Paying a Top 5 IOL is cheaper than paying a Top 5 S thus you need less in escrow.
Quote:- We only have one safety on the roster to fill 2-3 spots (FS1, FS2, SS2?)
Draft Bates’ replacement in round 1 or 2. Draft a S late for depth + 1 cheap FA. Or two cheap FAs for depth.
Quote:- We need a solid vet to step in at FS for cheap, thats doable, I suggest Maye.
Probably affordable if he is ready. Reid from the Texans is a cheaper option who isn’t 29 and coming back from an Achilles rupture in November.
Quote:- We need to hit a home run on a safety in the draft.
And if they draft an Olineman they will also need to hit a home run. They need to hit a home run regardless of position. Do you want a rookie Olineman or a rookie FS? I would say there is more pressure to hit a home run on an Olineman than a FS. And you’re probably waiting a year for them to develop. You want to wait on an Olineman or a FS? I’d rather wait on a FS.
Quote:- We need a great free agent CB that wont kill us with guaranteed money or hit a home run with a draft pick.
You’re not going to find a great CB who is cheap.
Williams from the Rams or Reed from the Seahawks might be brought in as a #2 without breaking the bank.
Quote:This is a lot of speculation and hope instead of just signing a Rasul Douglas to an Awuzie type deal and keep Bates on the tag.
Sure. Over pay Bates. Cut Boyd and hope you draft the one rookie WR outside of the Top 10 who might match his production. Rely on a rookie Olineman to protect Burrow instead of a veteran that doesn’t need to adjust to the NFL. While saving less money for other upgrades.
No hope or speculation there.
