04-12-2021, 02:11 PM
(04-12-2021, 02:06 PM)Wes Mantooth Wrote: I think it would be an asbolute no brainer to bring him in if the price is right.
The guy was an All-Pro and lead the NFL in sacks (15.5) in his 2nd year. He's never had any major injuries that I'm aware of. And he's still only 28 years old.
On top of all of this, there's two more things to consider: 1.) Last year was the first year he wasn't making good money. If motivation/effort was a concern that may change now that he realize his time is running out to secure a big deal. 2.) He's spent time at both DE and OLB. Now I'm not sure how that translates to our system, but he could offer some much needed versaility in different packages.
The fact of the matter is this team needs all the help they can get in rushing the passer. He may help. We need depth on the DL and in LB corp. He may help.
I really don't see a lot of downside here. Unless he's the world's worst locker room cancer ever, and he's completely out of shape and unmotivated, I can't come up with a single reason not to at least consider him. Wost case scenario he's a cheap depth piece or you cut bait.
Damn I didnt know he was an All Pro. I remember he had that one good year, but didnt realize it was that good. Bring this dude in. Open up the draft even more. We have the money and the need, so why not...
