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Post by texs31 on Mar 28, 2022 7:42:13 GMT -5
Interesting name visiting the Patriots today as Jabril Peppers is in town, per reports.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 26, 2022 16:30:34 GMT -5
I wonder of its the draft philosophy that needs to change or the complexity of the offense that does (an opportunity for both with McDaniels gone). While I agree the value of a WR makes way more sense than that of a RB, it's not hard to surmise (based on what we've always heard about the NE offense) that BB feels the failure rate of a WR in their system is MUCH higher than that of a RB. Hopefully, the changes on both fronts lead to an infusion of talent at WR position (even if it's not expected that it fills an immediate need due to that player being injured) The Patriots have a playbook and it’s independent of the coordinator. McDaniels didn’t write the playbook. Obviously he contributed to it and called the plays, but don’t expect the playbook to be different with a new coordinator. I think past discussions show we are Ll in agreement on that. Doesn't mean it's not easier to tweak under this new dynamic.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 26, 2022 12:04:41 GMT -5
I wonder of its the draft philosophy that needs to change or the complexity of the offense that does (an opportunity for both with McDaniels gone).
While I agree the value of a WR makes way more sense than that of a RB, it's not hard to surmise (based on what we've always heard about the NE offense) that BB feels the failure rate of a WR in their system is MUCH higher than that of a RB.
Hopefully, the changes on both fronts lead to an infusion of talent at WR position (even if it's not expected that it fills an immediate need due to that player being injured)
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Post by texs31 on Mar 25, 2022 13:02:15 GMT -5
Looks like Browns hit is around 3.8 this year and 7 next.
EDIT Miguel corrected it and it looks more like 4.5 and 7.75
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Post by texs31 on Mar 24, 2022 10:39:38 GMT -5
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Post by texs31 on Mar 23, 2022 15:36:08 GMT -5
Didn't Butler mostly play man cover when he was with the Patriots? Want to find an article I read recently covering that very point. I know it spoke of the fact that they were playing zone when Gilmore first arrived and that's why he struggled. But now I'm wondering if I actually READ that they played zone in years prior (not just 1st 4 of that season) or if I inferred it bc of the context of the article.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 23, 2022 15:11:02 GMT -5
For some, Malcolm adds to the speculation they are returning to more Zone on D (until/unless they get a CB they can trust in man).
While it may not work out, I feel like this allows BB to believe he can stick with BPA (by his definition) instead of forcing a need pick at CB.
Translation- don't be shocked if Bill doesn't draft a CB as early as we think he might.
Alternate Translation - if BB picks a CB early, I'm going to say it was bc he was BPA (in Bill's eval) and NOT bc of need. And I will be unreasonably stubborn even if there is no way to prove it (no way to prove me wrong either so . . . Win Win).
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Post by texs31 on Mar 23, 2022 12:28:00 GMT -5
The New England Patriots didn’t need to hand out gobs of money to retain their starting right tackle. After testing free agency, Trent Brown returned to the Patriots on what was revealed Tuesday to be a team-friendly two-year contract. According to contract details shared by NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero, Brown’s deal has a maximum value of $22 million over the two years, but $9 million of that is tied to playing-time incentives. The base value is $13 million, including just $4 million in guaranteed money. Brown is one of the NFL’s better offensive tackles in football when healthy. If he’s on the field enough to hit all of his play-time benchmarks over the next two seasons, the Patriots would be happy to pay him $11 million per year, an average annual value that ranks 24th among tackles and sixth among right tackles, per salary cap site OverTheCap. But injuries have been a real issue for the 6-foot-8, 380-pounder, and the structure of his deal protects the Patriots against any future layoffs. They won’t have to worry about paying top dollar if Brown misses half of the upcoming season, like he did in 2021 after suffering calf injury on the opening drive of Week 1. It’s a relatively low-risk signing with the potential for high upside. That’s been a running theme for the Patriots this offseason. Most of the players they’ve signed or re-signed are on favorable contracts that either feature low guarantees or are structured to minimize their salary cap hits. True but he misses a ton of time therefore you’re right tackle situation isn’t very good. I think that was part of the equation with moving on from Mason (return aside). You have 2 starting caliber options at LT (Wynn and Brown) and RT (Brown and Onwenu).
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Post by texs31 on Mar 23, 2022 10:29:02 GMT -5
The good news is that KC is about to become weaker. The bad is that, in all likelihood, 1 of NYJ or MIA is about to become stronger.
According to reports, KC is about to trade Tyreek Hill and the Jets and Dolphins are considered the front runners.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 22, 2022 13:50:47 GMT -5
Udoka indicated that he was gonna play him in the 4th but OKC kept fighting back.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 22, 2022 7:17:54 GMT -5
Interesting theory by Miguel. The fact that no terms ("up to X") were reported would suggest it's not a contract that his agent is gonna use to market to potential clients.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 22, 2022 7:16:00 GMT -5
On Ullmark, I'd think as he becomes more of the backup than a tandem (as is happening), his willingness to waive might increase.
It becomes less restrictive in subsequent years (16 team no trade list in 23; 15 team in 24).
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Post by texs31 on Mar 22, 2022 7:11:51 GMT -5
A Haula buyout/bury would only be part of an offseason where you get 2 top 6 centers (Ideally Bergy and another) and you need room to accomplish that.
Just meant it as a tool, if needed, to fill offseason goals.
Sorry if that wasn't clear.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 21, 2022 21:50:00 GMT -5
Sweeney does have a lot of work to do next offseason and it largely hinges on what PB37 does.
- If he retires**, you need 2 Cs. - If he comes back, you need 1 again.
Resources - 4Mn in space (assuming Wagner buried) - JDB and his 4mn as trade bait - LHD depth to trade from (really feel like 1 of Grzelcyk and Reilly is traded) - Foligno, Haula can be bought out or buried (especially if you get 2 Cs) - Trading Ullmark would, at least, require retention and I'd only do it if you don't have to give an asset away. The following year (when sway is an RFA) would likely be both easier AND more necessary.
** - I know there is another scenario related to this one but my fingers refuse to type it.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 21, 2022 21:42:04 GMT -5
I mean, they really needed a C both for now and the future. Even Domi was a stretch to be that guy. Otherwise, Giroux turned you down, Hertl signed . . . What else did we miss on?
Copp? Nice but a pure rental that came at a stiff price (one that was hard to pay after trading for Lindholm).
Based in the prices paid, standing pat was probably best.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 21, 2022 20:53:12 GMT -5
Purely guessing here but the Onwenu/Brown duo gives you more versatility across the line. Brown can be RT or LT. Onwenu can be RG, RT or LG.
Mason is a RG. Period (at least they haven't played him elsewhere in a long time, if at all).
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Post by texs31 on Mar 21, 2022 9:19:01 GMT -5
JDB extended. 2 yrs/4M per.
Very likely this is to facilitate a trade.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 21, 2022 7:42:37 GMT -5
Still expect more additions (1 more starting G, some depth w/experience, and some youth) but that's great news.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 21, 2022 7:17:23 GMT -5
Interesting names in Foxboro today for "tryouts".
Leonard Fournette and old friend Malcolm Butler - per Reiss and others.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 20, 2022 12:13:23 GMT -5
Sweeney confirms that Krejci not coming over.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 20, 2022 11:19:00 GMT -5
Also, PB37 still not practicing but neither is Studnicka (after a strong game). Something brewing (your welcome for not saying something Bruin).
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Post by texs31 on Mar 20, 2022 11:16:47 GMT -5
Official now. 8 at 6.5 per
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Post by texs31 on Mar 20, 2022 8:30:00 GMT -5
Another thing to keep in mind is he played the whole year in a league that's AHL caliber.
Assuming he can step in and be who he's always been isn't a lock.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 20, 2022 7:49:16 GMT -5
I guess he probably is moreso than Haula so it's probably am upgrade.
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Post by texs31 on Mar 20, 2022 7:27:45 GMT -5
Supposed interest in Max Domi. That doesn't excite me. He’s an asshole but he’s talented Just not really a top 6 guy which is really the need though.
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