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[SecretAgentMan]

that's just lazy!

I'm busy. Sorry Ill start today if y'all want

[-Truth-]

You're team is ranked highly with both mine and Gabe's rankings.


But no, the teams that have not been done will be completed in the SUPER HITLIST.

If you (and only -Truth-) want to see the rankings and my analysis before the SUPER HITLIST begins plz PM me.

I think were doing that thing for something else

 

I'm happy to hear that. And I thank gabefergy for the ranking. I'd rather not see where I stand until all of the teams are revealed, but would you mind PMing me the analysis of my team so that I could see what the arguments for and against are? Ah, that's terrific then. I've always wanted to see us incorporate the second system in addition to the first.

[Guest Mr. Nobody]

I'm busy. Sorry Ill start today if y'all want

you kept on promising the guys you'd finish all teams... like 2 a day, four or even eight... so do yer thing

[SecretAgentMan]

you kept on promising the guys you'd finish all teams... like 2 a day, four or even eight... so do yer thing

I just need to get the ok from gabe

[ravensdan]

You're team is ranked highly with both mine and Gabe's rankings.


But no, the teams that have not been done will be completed in the SUPER HITLIST.

If you (and only -Truth-) want to see the rankings and my analysis before the SUPER HITLIST begins plz PM me.

I think were doing that thing for something else

I would definitely like to Finnish the analysis and evaluation for the rest of the teams. I don't see how gabes power rankings has any affect on these analysis? If you are not going to finish these maybe someone else can take up the initial evaluations, although I like to see what your perspective would be for the rest if the squads. Not just based off of gabes rankings.

[Guest Mr. Nobody]

I just need to get the ok from gabe

 

I like to see what your perspective would be for the rest if the squads. Not just based off of gabes rankings.

 

yeah SAM, something simple like before, just to kick-start the convo

[SecretAgentMan]

I would definitely like to Finnish the analysis and evaluation for the rest of the teams. I don't see how gabes power rankings has any affect on these analysis? If you are not going to finish these maybe someone else can take up the initial evaluations, although I like to see what your perspective would be for the rest if the squads. Not just based off of gabes rankings.

Ok, ok.
I'll restart tomorrow.

[gabefergy]

I just need to get the ok from gabe

fine by me.

[SecretAgentMan]

QB: Jake Locker(I've always like Locker as a prospect. I think he could be great)

RB: CJ Spiller(Stud)


WR: Steve Smith,(Will provide veteran experience. Good pick)
Darrius Heyward-Bey(Deep threat) 

WR: Cordarrelle Patterson(Potential superstar)

TE: Scott Chandler(Underused in BUF. Sleeper)


LT: Jordan Gross(Very good LT)
LG: T.J. Lang(HE was the one with the down year)
C: Fernando Velasco(Above average center)
RG: Chad Rinehart(IDK much)
RT: Andre Smith(Great run defender. Idk about pass protector)


Defense

3-4 Base


DE: Richard Seymour(Isn't he unemployed)
, Alex Carrington(IDK too much)
NT: Alan Branch(Great NT option)
DT: JJ Watt(DPOY for a reason)

ROLB: John Abraham(Old, but very good)
ILB: Dont'a Hightower(Was good last season)
ILB: Nick Burnett(Vet experience)
Kavell Conner(Looked good last year)
LOLB: LaMarr Woodley(If he returns to form look out)


Nickle


RE: John Abraham
DT: Richard Seymour, Alex Carrington
DT: JJ Watt, Alan Branch
LE: LaMarr Woodley
LB: Dont'a Hightower
LB: Nick Burnett, Kavell Conner


LCB: Kareem Jackson(Very good #1)
RCB: Derek Cox(Very good if he recovers)
SCB: Phillip Adams(Was the raiders best CB, but that's not saying too much)

FS: Kenny Phillips(Good last year)
SS: Antoine Winfield(Could play Charles Woodson role well)

[Geving]

Kareem Jackson was great last year, but I would wait another season to call him a very good #1. While he was a great #2 last year, and played arguably better than JJ. He was terrible the years before, that's what I recall anyways. On the other hand, if he is able to sustain the level of play he did last year, then I agree. 

[gabefergy]

Kareem Jackson was great last year, but I would wait another season to call him a very good #1. While he was a great #2 last year, and played arguably better than JJ. He was terrible the years before, that's what I recall anyways. On the other hand, if he is able to sustain the level of play he did last year, then I agree.

I agree. I definitely think he showed a lot of promise, but to call him a very good #1 is a stretch at this point.

[SecretAgentMan]

Schrute Farms 



QB Ryan and Lauren Tannehill(QB by committee, I like it :P)

RB Darren Sproles (Great Change of Pace Back, should be a good return man too)
RB Eddie Lacy (Perfect Compliment to Sproles, and good Work Horse Back)

WR James Jones(I'm not sure if he could be a #1. Maybe he's a product of Rodgers. Call me a skeptic)
WR Chris Givens(HE on the other hand should be a good #2)


TE Vernon Davis(Stud)
TE Dustin Keller (Good TE misused by the Sanchize)

LT Tyron Smith(He should get better)
LG Kory Litchensteiger (IDK too much)
C Scott Wells (If he returns to form after injury he's a top center)
RG Daryn Colledge 
RT Tyson Clabo (one of the best RTs in the game)

Defense

DL Derek Wolfe (Up and coming stud, at least imho)
DLPhil Taylor(See above, I like Phil Taylor as a NT)
DL Justin Tuck(I would like it if he returned to form. Color me skeptical)
DL

LB Aldon Smith (I'm not the biggest fan of his, but he is a very good pass rusher)
LB Sean Lee(If he stays healthy he's a stud)
LB Akeem Dent (Should be a very solid MLB #2)
LB Connor Barwin (If he returns to form he'll be a good pass rusher)

CB Lardarius Webb(I like Webb, but he needs to stay healthy)
CB Jason McCourty (I always was a fan of his as well, he was mediocre last season but I like him otherwise)
CB Josh Wilson(Hit or miss)

FS Isa Abdul-Quddus (IDK too much)
SS Phillip Thomas (TBD)

[-Truth-]

Allow me to shed some light on the IDK draftees. Chad Rinehart has been an outstanding pass blocker in each of the last two seasons. Coupled with his ability in run support, he was one of the better, if not best Guards during his last season as a starter, and was equally as impressive in the limited time in 2012. T.J. Lang didn't quite have a repeat performance of his previous campaign, but was also switched between LG and RT, which is no easy task to accomplish. However, while his run blocking this season was certainly suspect, his pass blocking remained unquestioned. Fernando Velasco will be sandwiched in-between them, who excelled in both facets in the same span.

 

Statistically, the three combined for 52 disruptions on 2,456 drop backs over the past two years. Rinehart allowed the 3rd least amount of pressure on a per-snap basis among all OGs in 2011, and would've finished 2nd in 2012 in a full season. Lang surrendered the 4th and 12th least among all OGs in 2011 and 2012. And Velasco would've finished 1st in 2011 in a full season, and was 11th in 2012. He also finished 1st in 2011 and 2012 while at OG.

 

Regarding the other two, Andre Smith has been a very good pass protector in recent years. And Alex Carrington was among the better DTs this season, finishing as the 7th most productive pass rusher at his position. He's reportedly turned in a very strong performance in this Offseason, has drawn rave reviews from his position coach, and has seen significant amount of time with the starters, despite Buffalo's depth across the DL. I will break down the rest of the team in detail this afternoon.

[ravensdan]

Allow me to shed some light on the IDK draftees. Chad Rinehart has been an outstanding pass blocker in each of the last two seasons. Coupled with his ability in run support, he was one of the better, if not best Guards during his last season as a starter, and was equally as impressive in the limited time in 2012. T.J. Lang didn't quite have a repeat performance of his previous campaign, but was also switched between LG and RT, which is no easy task to accomplish. However, while his run blocking this season was certainly suspect, his pass blocking remained unquestioned. Fernando Velasco will be sandwiched in-between them, who excelled in both facets in the same span.

Statistically, the three combined for 52 disruptions on 2,456 drop backs over the past two years. Rinehart allowed the 3rd least amount of pressure on a per-snap basis among all OGs in 2011, and would've finished 2nd in 2012 in a full season. Lang surrendered the 4th and 12th least among all OGs in 2011 and 2012. And Velasco would've finished 1st in 2011 in a full season, and was 11th in 2012. He also finished 1st in 2011 and 2012 while at OG.

Regarding the other two, Andre Smith has been a very good pass protector in recent years. And Alex Carrington was among the better DTs this season, finishing as the 7th most productive pass rusher at his position. He's reportedly turned in a very strong performance in this Offseason, has drawn rave reviews from his position coach, and has seen significant amount of time with the starters, despite Buffalo's depth across the DL. I will break down the rest of the team in detail this afternoon.

This team looks very solid. The biggest weaknesses being 1. Jake locker at qb. I believe he could put together a solid season and have a bounce back year, but that is yet to be seen. That's the sacrifice you make to get the best defender in the league.

On defense the biggest weakness is the aging Seymour and Abraham to a lesser extent. Not sure if any teams think Seymour has it still as he is yet to sign anywhere. Abraham likewise is heading into his last few seasons. I also view him as always having been a very hot and cold player going all the way back to his younger days. However the rest of the d is plenty strong to make up for this two if they begin to decline.

[gabefergy]

Allow me to shed some light on the IDK draftees. Chad Rinehart has been an outstanding pass blocker in each of the last two seasons. Coupled with his ability in run support, he was one of the better, if not best Guards during his last season as a starter, and was equally as impressive in the limited time in 2012. T.J. Lang didn't quite have a repeat performance of his previous campaign, but was also switched between LG and RT, which is no easy task to accomplish. However, while his run blocking this season was certainly suspect, his pass blocking remained unquestioned. Fernando Velasco will be sandwiched in-between them, who excelled in both facets in the same span.

 

Statistically, the three combined for 52 disruptions on 2,456 drop backs over the past two years. Rinehart allowed the 3rd least amount of pressure on a per-snap basis among all OGs in 2011, and would've finished 2nd in 2012 in a full season. Lang surrendered the 4th and 12th least among all OGs in 2011 and 2012. And Velasco would've finished 1st in 2011 in a full season, and was 11th in 2012. He also finished 1st in 2011 and 2012 while at OG.

 

Regarding the other two, Andre Smith has been a very good pass protector in recent years. And Alex Carrington was among the better DTs this season, finishing as the 7th most productive pass rusher at his position. He's reportedly turned in a very strong performance in this Offseason, has drawn rave reviews from his position coach, and has seen significant amount of time with the starters, despite Buffalo's depth across the DL. I will break down the rest of the team in detail this afternoon.

It doesnt worry you that Rinehart has been heealthy for exactly 1 season?

 

Carrington is very good as a pass-rusher, but his snap count has also been limited. I assume you are just using him as a nickel pass-rusher because in his time in a 3-4 he was pretty awful. His best role is to be a 1 gap penetrator.

[PuRock]

QB Ryan and Lauren Tannehill(QB by committee, I like it :P)

 

 

I'm going to need more tape to analyze.  

[Guest Mr. Nobody]

I'm going to need more tape to analyze.  

and he wants to give dizzle Tebow and Emma Stone to work with too

[SecretAgentMan]

I'm going to need more tape to analyze.

You would :P

[SecretAgentMan]

Offense:

 

 

QB – Ryan Mallett (22)(Cannon for arm, but never played as a starter)

 

RB – Daryl Richardson (20)(He's good, but not great)

 

FB – Kyle Juszczyk (23)(He's going to be benched for a year)

 

 

WR1 – Denarius Moore (9)(Speed guy, but a decent #1 option)

 

WR2 – Danario Alexander (12)(Big possession WR, but he can never stay healthy. Take precautions)

 

WR3 – Jon Baldwin (21)(Stonehands)

 

TE1 – Ed Dickson (18)(He's ok. Could've done better)

 

TE2 – Kyle Juszczyk (23)(Um...... Madden won't allow you to list one guy as a  starter of two positions)

 

 

LT – Jake Long (If he ever returns to form look out), Riley Reiff (8) or Terron Armstead (Good insurance)

 

LG – Riley Reiff (I like him but not at LG)

 

C – Jason Kelce (Solid, but not great center)

 

RG – Matt Slauson (Why did you wait till the 26th round to get a guard?)

 

RT – Austin Howard (14)(Good RT)

 

 

Defense:

 

 

4-3 Base (and Nickel)

 

 

LDE – Lamarr Houston (7)(Good 4-3 End)

 

DT – Stephen Paea (13)(Solid NT)

 

DT – Haloti Ngata (2)(BEAST)

 

RDE – Mike Neal (25)(Who?)

 

SLB – Von Miller (1)(STUD)

 

MLB – NaVorro Bowman(Second best MLB in the game) (3) or Brian Cushing(Overrated but a very good player) (5)

 

WLB – Sean Weatherspoon (Good choice as a 4-3 OLB)

 

LCB – Jimmy Smith (11)(Inconsistant)

 

RCB – Johnthan Banks (17)(Unproven)

 

SCB – Walter Thurmond III (24)(Who?)

 

FS – Morgan Burnett (10)(Good pick, very solid in coverage)

 

SS – Tavon Wilson (19)(Solid pick. Solid player)

 

 

Your team got better, and the D works better as a 4-3 unit imho.

 

It's not as good as you claim it is(After Ngata, Von, and Bowman it's a tad lackluster and less threatening), but nevertheless very solid.

 

Ngata and Von will generate good pass rush, as will Houston, but after that it's lackluster. All of your DB's are not proven and your going to get eaten alive in the passing game as a result of it.

 

In 4-5 years this could be a great team but today I don't see.

 

And to spare you I'm not going to talk about your offense lol. I'll let gabe do that.......

[ravensdan]

Offense:


QB – Ryan Mallett (22)(Cannon for arm, but never played as a starter)

RB – Daryl Richardson (20)(He's good, but not great)

FB – Kyle Juszczyk (23)(He's going to be benched for a year)


WR1 – Denarius Moore (9)(Speed guy, but a decent #1 option)

WR2 – Danario Alexander (12)(Big possession WR, but he can never stay healthy. Take precautions)

WR3 – Jon Baldwin (21)(Stonehands)

TE1 – Ed Dickson (18)(He's ok. Could've done better)

TE2 – Kyle Juszczyk (23)(Um...... Madden won't allow you to list one guy as a starter of two positions)


LT – Jake Long (If he ever returns to form look out), Riley Reiff (8) or Terron Armstead (Good insurance)

LG – Riley Reiff (I like him but not at LG)

C – Jason Kelce (Solid, but not great center)

RG – Matt Slauson (Why did you wait till the 26th round to get a guard?)

RT – Austin Howard (14)(Good RT)


Defense:


4-3 Base (and Nickel)


LDE – Lamarr Houston (7)(Good 4-3 End)

DT – Stephen Paea (13)(Solid NT)

DT – Haloti Ngata (2)(BEAST)

RDE – Mike Neal (25)(Who?)

SLB – Von Miller (1)(STUD)

MLB – NaVorro Bowman(Second best MLB in the game) (3) or Brian Cushing(Overrated but a very good player) (5)

WLB – Sean Weatherspoon (Good choice as a 4-3 OLB)

LCB – Jimmy Smith (11)(Inconsistant)

RCB – Johnthan Banks (17)(Unproven)

SCB – Walter Thurmond III (24)(Who?)

FS – Morgan Burnett (10)(Good pick, very solid in coverage)

SS – Tavon Wilson (19)(Solid pick. Solid player)


Your team got better, and the D works better as a 4-3 unit imho.

It's not as good as you claim it is(After Ngata, Von, and Bowman it's a tad lackluster and less threatening), but nevertheless very solid.

Ngata and Von will generate good pass rush, as will Houston, but after that it's lackluster. All of your DB's are not proven and your going to get eaten alive in the passing game as a result of it.

In 4-5 years this could be a great team but today I don't see.

And to spare you I'm not going to talk about your offense lol. I'll let gabe do that.......

One thing is for sure. No shortage of tackles for this team. Qb is pretty much an unknown quantity with good potential. Richardson is a player that I don't think can carry a load by himself. Would be best served to add multiple running backs to this team. The wr group has questions all around and they are all kind of big physical targets with some speed. I like moores potential but he is inconsistent. Alexander I know others are higher in than I am so I will not comment further in him. Baldwin could be a really dominant guy if he could ever get himself focused. Not sure if this team has the leadership for that. It's a pretty Undisciplined group overall.

[Guest Mr. Nobody]

TE1 – Ed Dickson (18)(He's ok. Could've done better)

 

- do tell who better than him, not a rookie (as they are unproven) was taken after end of round 18 at the position?

 

RG – Matt Slauson (Why did you wait till the 26th round to get a guard?)

 

- both Reiff and Armstead have been poised to play better at guard in the nfl (by many analysts as some might say lol)

 

RDE – Mike Neal (25)(Who?)

 

- use google or rotoworld, third as a pass rusher DE by snaps played last year in PFF rankings (after Watt and Arthur Jones)

 

SCB – Walter Thurmond III (24)(Who?)

 

- the guy who kept Sherman on the bench when healthy; supposedly healthy now again

 

Your team got better, and the D works better as a 4-3 unit imho. It's not as good as you claim it is(After Ngata, Von, and Bowman it's a tad lackluster and less threatening), but nevertheless very solid.

Ngata and Von will generate good pass rush, as will Houston, but after that it's lackluster. All of your DB's are not proven and your going to get eaten alive in the passing game as a result of it.

 

- there's pass rush ability all over my front seven, you just don't know what all the guys can do and that pass rush will help the DBs operate better

 

In 4-5 years this could be a great team but today I don't see.

 

- did say that was the plan all along (competitive now, championship down the line), there's no player over 30 in my team; with six-ish more rounds to help me add more depth this team would be a killer

 

And to spare you I'm not going to talk about your offense lol. I'll let gabe do that...

- chicken little huh? lol...

same with the offense - could easily add more depth and with an offensive line holding, Mallett's gonna have time to throw it deep all day long

ps: much appreciate the feedback and your honesty most of all

 

One thing is for sure. No shortage of tackles for this team. Qb is pretty much an unknown quantity with good potential. Richardson is a player that I don't think can carry a load by himself. Would be best served to add multiple running backs to this team. The wr group has questions all around and they are all kind of big physical targets with some speed. I like moores potential but he is inconsistent. Alexander I know others are higher in than I am so I will not comment further in him. Baldwin could be a really dominant guy if he could ever get himself focused. Not sure if this team has the leadership for that. It's a pretty Undisciplined group overall.

 

this is Sparta! i'll keep them all under control, don't you worry about that lol

Alexander is quite decent as a possession receiver when healthy, agree on Baldwin - hope this year will have him show what he can really do and Moore will stretch the field beautifully - Mallett's got quite the gun to find him

agree on the HB position, but I feel like that's going to be addressed pretty soon too lol

[-Truth-]

Here's the all-too-lengthy breakdown:

 

Although the personnel was selected to magnify the strengths of Jake Locker, offensively, the main focus would revolve around C.J. Spiller. Outside of Adrian Peterson, arguably no back in the NFL was as electric. And perhaps no other was more elusive. The compiled 66 forced missed tackles on just 250 touches was the best total per attempt among qualifiers in the last 5 years. This was accomplished on one of the worst deep passing teams in the NFL, where the 8th defender was able to cheat inside the box without paying for it. With Steve Smith, Darrius Heyward-Bey and Cordarrelle Patterson providing the deep threat capability, failing to play this unit honestly in either facet is likely to come with negative repercussions. The top tier road grading of Andre Smith and Jordan Gross on the outside should make the cut back lanes that Spiller favors more available, and the above average run blocking of the WR corps should help finish the breakaway runs. In a perfect world, Spiller will see 300+ touches, and anywhere near a repeat performance should keep the onus off of Locker from forcing the offensive production to come through him.

 

In watching Locker this season, I personally felt that he played better than his numbers indicated. However, while he has the ability to be solid starter, he's arguably the biggest question mark on the roster, and on arguably the most important position. With that in mind, no task was more important than building a supporting cast to suit his strengths. With Smith and Heyward-Bey ranking within the Top 15 in eluded attempts and Patterson's innate ability in the open field, the Offense can utilize short, quick throws to get Locker in rhythm. And with one of the best receiving RBs in Spiller, a routine check down could turn into a solid option as opposed to a mental defeat. It would also utilize a significant amount of constraint plays, a la the bubble screens, the bootleg, the read option, etc. With a largely ineffective running game in 2012, Locker was forced to rely on his arm too often. Physically, he's capable of making every throw. But he still has issues with footwork and reading through progressions. That being said, although Locker had the 2nd highest YPC among running QBs, his scrambling ability was marginalized, as he totaled the least rushing attempts within that group. With an interior OL that's allowed 1 disruption per every 47 passing attempts since 2011, the running lanes inside should be present when scrambling becomes an option. The Shotgun and Pistol formations would be incorporated significantly into game-plan, which should mask the deficiencies in his footwork to an extent, and help maximize the talent offensive talent.

 

Regarding CBs, I disagree with the arguments against Kareem Jackson. While he had the talent coming of Alabama, he was certainly porous in his first two seasons. There's no argument there. But the issue with Jackson was that he was prone to having isolated sub-par performances rather than struggling through an entire season. In both 2010 and 2011, 4 separate games made up more than the entirety of his negative coverage grade. I'd understand the argument had he been labeled a, "Great #1," or one against the current label had he turned in a slightly above average season. However, Jackson was one of the best cover CBs in the NFL last season, all while seeing the 11th most targets, the 7th most snaps and facing a Top 9 passing attack 7 times. And in light of his own awakening, he even bettered his performance while manning the #1 CB role, allowing just 21 receptions on 51 targets, 0 TDs to 3 INTs and a QB rating of 31.9 during those contests. Jackson will have the chance to prove himself as a great CB in 2013. I feel that the current label was already scaled back in order to account for what, at this moment, is a somewhat faint chance of him repeating the performance of his first two seasons as opposed to the following one.

 

Defensively, every facet was a point of emphasis. With 351 defensive stops, 50.5 sacks and 193 additional QB hits and pressures among 13 players, this unit should be equally as adept in stopping the run and the pass. Though he's on the open market, Richard Seymour has been a stellar DT in recent years, with no signs of slowing down when on the field. The injury and age concerns should be quelled by the previously discussed Alex Carrington. Kavell Conner's elite run stopping ability will allow him to spell Nick Barnett on the obvious running downs. While LaMarr Woodley was once again a terrific run defender, he very much had a down season as a pass rusher. But he also battled ankle and hamstring issues in the process. He's reportedly in very good shape, is injury free, and will benefit greatly from rushing opposite of J.J. Watt. Watt's resume speaks for itself. He turned in one of the best defensive performances arguably of all time. His ability to be a game-changer in every facet will allow more opportunities for each of his team mates, a number of which were among the most dominant players on their respective teams. The Nickel front of Woodley, Watt, Seymour and Abraham will be a staple in this defense.

 

Secondary wise, Kenny Phillips has been one of the best single-high coverage Safeties in football over the past several seasons. His ability to cover the middle third will allow Antoine Winfield to play closer to the LOS, a very similar role to his Minnesota days, where he's been arguably the best run defender among all Secondary members. Derek Cox has been the best cover CB in Jacksonville despite a non-existent pass rush, an area of strength on his new team. Overall, the secondary allowed 183 completions on 315 attempts, for 2,147 yards, 6 TDs, 13 INT, 31 PDs and a QBR of 68.0. That being said, the pass defense should fuel the pass rush and vice versa. This team is predicated on attempting to hold opposing Offenses to under 20 PPG, and I personally feel that I have the personnel to accomplish this feat more often than not.

[ravensdan]

In surprised you didn't mention if cox struggles at corner Winfield could still put together a top notch season there as he showed last year.

[-Truth-]

It doesnt worry you that Rinehart has been heealthy for exactly 1 season?

 

Carrington is very good as a pass-rusher, but his snap count has also been limited. I assume you are just using him as a nickel pass-rusher because in his time in a 3-4 he was pretty awful. His best role is to be a 1 gap penetrator.

 

It definitely does. However, the latter part of this question is a bit of an overstatement. From what I've read, Rinehart sustained injuries in only 2009 and 2012. He spent time on the Practice Squad otherwise. His health is a concern. He wouldn't have been available where he was if it was a non-issue. But few teams were willing to pull the trigger on a reserve OL as opposed to another position given the amount of rounds, so there should be several solid options available in the pool of future UDFAs.

 

Once again, I agree with the first point. I plan on using him to spell Seymour, and potentially take over should he retire this Offseason. But your comment thereafter is erroneous. In their only season in a 3-4 base with Carrington on the roster, he didn't see a single snap at DE, DT or NT. In fact, he was used solely as a 4-3 DE in that span. His success inside in 2012 shows that he was likely played out of position. I've followed Buffalo's Offseason very closely because of Duke Williams, and have read nothing but rave reviews about Carrington, who's reportedly played well in every position across the defensive front. I have faith in him being a solid contributor in both bases.

[gabefergy]

It definitely does. However, the latter part of this question is a bit of an overstatement. From what I've read, Rinehart sustained injuries in only 2009 and 2012. He spent time on the Practice Squad otherwise. His health is a concern. He wouldn't have been available where he was if it was a non-issue. But few teams were willing to pull the trigger on a reserve OL as opposed to another position given the amount of rounds, so there should be several solid options available in the pool of future UDFAs.

 

Once again, I agree with the first point. I plan on using him to spell Seymour, and potentially take over should he retire this Offseason. But your comment thereafter is erroneous. In their only season in a 3-4 base with Carrington on the roster, he didn't see a single snap at DE, DT or NT. In fact, he was used solely as a 4-3 DE in that span. His success inside in 2012 shows that he was likely played out of position. I've followed Buffalo's Offseason very closely because of Duke Williams, and have read nothing but rave reviews about Carrington, who's reportedly played well in every position across the defensive front. I have faith in him being a solid contributor in both bases.

Hmm, I thought Buffalo was a 3-4 team prior to last year. I guess I was wrong about that. However, my point remains correct. Carrington is a sub-package player. If you are expecting him to excel in a 3-4 I dont see that as a fit at all. I just dont see him as a 2-gap defender, but then again you could use him in a Wade Phillips style 3-4.

[-Truth-]

This team looks very solid. The biggest weaknesses being 1. Jake locker at qb. I believe he could put together a solid season and have a bounce back year, but that is yet to be seen. That's the sacrifice you make to get the best defender in the league.

On defense the biggest weakness is the aging Seymour and Abraham to a lesser extent. Not sure if any teams think Seymour has it still as he is yet to sign anywhere. Abraham likewise is heading into his last few seasons. I also view him as always having been a very hot and cold player going all the way back to his younger days. However the rest of the d is plenty strong to make up for this two if they begin to decline.

 

Many thanks. Yes, Locker at QB is undoubtedly my biggest question. I'm very anxious to see how he fares, as I won't be able to evaluate my team to the fullest extent until his performance is written in stone. Agree wholeheartedly with the latter.

 

From what I understand, with Seymour, his issue has been with finding a proper situation and pay grade. He obviously still has the talent, which he's put on full display in Oakland. But the market has been very stingy for older defensive players this Offseason and Seymour's priority placement on the salary is likely keeping him unemployed. The only bit that I disagree with is regarding Abraham being very hot and cold. He's been one of the most consistent DEs on a yearly basis over last half-decade. And in terms of individual games, he's graded out just 14 times in the red since 2008 in 82 contests. Thank you. I very much appreciate that. It was definitely a priority of mine and I'm happy that I was able to follow through successfully.

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Hmm, I thought Buffalo was a 3-4 team prior to last year. I guess I was wrong about that. However, my point remains correct. Carrington is a sub-package player. If you are expecting him to excel in a 3-4 I dont see that as a fit at all. I just dont see him as a 2-gap defender, but then again you could use him in a Wade Phillips style 3-4.

 

No, you were right. They implemented the 3-4 in that season under Chan Gailey. I assume that Carrington was brought in on Nickel formations and was originally placed at DE. Incorrect, I'm afraid. He's already been pegged as the starter alongside of Kyle Williams and Marcel Dareus, so the sub-package label doesn't apply. I wouldn't need him to excel. Carrington will be a part of arguably one of the best front sevens in this process. All I'd need from him is to be a solid contributor. In either case, like you've said, I could utilize the one-gap system of Phillips. Antonio Smith made a successful transition after struggling in the running game at DE because of his ability as a one-gap penetrator. Should Carrington, and/or other members, struggle with the traditional two-gap concept, there is the alternative available.

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No, you were right. They implemented the 3-4 in that season under Chan Gailey. I assume that Carrington was brought in on Nickel formations and was originally placed at DE. Incorrect, I'm afraid. He's already been pegged as the starter alongside of Kyle Williams and Marcel Dareus, so the sub-package label doesn't apply. I wouldn't need him to excel. Carrington will be a part of arguably one of the best front sevens in this process. All I'd need from him is to be a solid contributor. In either case, like you've said, I could utilize the one-gap system of Phillips. Antonio Smith made a successful transition after struggling in the running game at DE because of his ability as a one-gap penetrator. Should Carrington, and/or other members, struggle with the traditional two-gap concept, there is the alternative available.

I like him a lot as an interior penetrator. Buffalo is going to start him at DE? Are they going back to a 3-4? I have watched a bit of his game because he intrigued me earlier and he is very quick and has nice size. I'm just not sure putting him on the outside plays to his strengths.

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I like him a lot as an interior penetrator. Buffalo is going to start him at DE? Are they going back to a 3-4? I have watched a bit of his game because he intrigued me earlier and he is very quick and has nice size. I'm just not sure putting him on the outside plays to his strengths.

 

Likewise. He's slated to start at the LDE spot, but from everything that I've read, they'll be changing formations quite frequently under Mike Pettine, a Rex Ryan disciple. I expect them to utilize the 3-4 early and often, as they've heavily deployed LB Jerry Hughes throughout their practices as a pass rusher. Carrington has rotated inside between DE, DT and NT in the odd front. With several articles also being puzzled regarding the official depth chart's listed 4-3 base, I would assume that their current front four of Carrington, K.Williams, Dareus and M.Williams will feature the first three as interior linemen, and the latter as a hybrid pass rusher. Buffalo has made it clear that Mario will be moved around, so at this point, all the depth chart tells me is that each player will see significant playing time. I would also hope that Carrington remains inside, especially with how he struggled on the outside the year before. He doesn't have enough of an arsenal to be an effective outside pass rusher, and his quickness off the snap is a bigger asset against OGs and Centers, as OTs have a better chance of neutralizing this trait during the drop back.

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Brian Cushing(Overrated but a very good player) (5)

just noticed this, lol can''t believe you think Cushing's overated; according to PFF, he graded out as the only starting Texans linebacker to earn a positive grade for the team in 2012 and after he went down with the injury you could really see their D took a big step back

which brings us to the run stop % for 2011, his last full year on the field; will give you top four for a better image:

Rank Name Team Run Snaps Tackles Stops Stop %

1 Joe Mays DEN 322 58 46 14.29%

2 NaVorro Bowman SF 315 58 45 14.29%

3 Brian Cushing HST 330 56 46 13.94%

4 Ray Lewis BLT 322 60 44 13.66%

ohh, 2nd and 3rd ranked are on my team...

 

ps: there’s more questions i've listed for your attention in a previous replay (please see above) that I would much appreciate if you would address too

 

pssst: if there's a weakness with my defense it's definitely not with the front seven and most definitely not with the linebackers; so many of the teams ranked better than mine will really struggle to run the ball playing my team, which will make it that much easier to defend the pass; a broad picture always helps and 26 players is half the sample to really comprehend a team's value