FAs to Consider: Offense other than WRs & TEs

[Moderator 3]

The thread explosion and merges are getting difficult to follow. Let's try to organize these discussions by position groups, at least.

[rmw10]

TJ Yates could become an option once again since Kubiak is sticking around.  The current backup options are Wenning and Renner, who are both complete unknowns.  We could opt to go with a veteran like Yates on a cheap deal.

[allblackraven]

This one may as well be called RBs. Doubt we'd look for linemen in this FA.

[Inqui]

This one may as well be called RBs. Doubt we'd look for linemen in this FA.

RBs and TJ Yates. I don't think there'll be a huge amount to discuss here.

[Purple_ICE 81]

Well considering Justin Forsett is a FA if for some reason we couldnt resign him after his breakout year, id look at Daniel Thomas, Darren McFadden, and Knowshon Moreno as potential veteran replacements. But I'd also be comfortable going with Lorenzo Talafero, and Bernard Pierce along with a potential rookie as well.

We should be able to retain Forsett though.

[rmw10]

Well considering Justin Forsett is a FA if for some reason we couldnt resign him after his breakout year, id look at Daniel Thomas, Darren McFadden, and Knowshon Moreno as potential veteran replacements. But I'd also be comfortable going with Lorenzo Talafero, and Bernard Pierce along with a potential rookie as well.

We should be able to retain Forsett though.

 

I mentioned it in the draft section, but I'll mention it here again...

 

I don't see many FA RBs changing teams.  If they do, it won't be for much.  I'm basing that on an assumption that very few teams that signed RBs last year are feeling good about their investments.  The Giants with Rashad Jennings are probably the only ones that are happy.  Ben Tate, MJD, Donald Brown… all wasted money.  The draft is the way to go.  I think we'll retain Forsett because the demand won't be there, and thus, his price will be very reasonable.

[Sizzlebshu]

I mentioned it in the draft section, but I'll mention it here again...

 

I don't see many FA RBs changing teams.  If they do, it won't be for much.  I'm basing that on an assumption that very few teams that signed RBs last year are feeling good about their investments.  The Giants with Rashad Jennings are probably the only ones that are happy.  Ben Tate, MJD, Donald Brown… all wasted money.  The draft is the way to go.  I think we'll retain Forsett because the demand won't be there, and thus, his price will be very reasonable.

 

 

Vikings have a decision to make on Peterson. Seahawks have one to make on Lynch. Saints have one on Ingram. There could be a lot of talented backs on the market this year. 

[rmw10]

Vikings have a decision to make on Peterson. Seahawks have one to make on Lynch. Saints have one on Ingram. There could be a lot of talented backs on the market this year. 

 

Yeah those guys will certainly make themselves some money.  I don't think we'll see any big money handed out on the aging, mid tier, or young backup RB front this year.  Pretty much none of those signings worked out.  The top tier guys will still get their money.

[Sizzlebshu]

Yeah those guys will certainly make themselves some money.  I don't think we'll see any big money handed out on the aging, mid tier, or young backup RB front this year.  Pretty much none of those signings worked out.  The top tier guys will still get their money.

Yea but here's the risk vs reward scenario 

 

Peterson, Rice, Lynch are all around that age where RB's start to drop off yet, they still produce (I think Rice would've produced this year given the improvements to the o line). They are going to command money, but teams may be hesitant to give it to them based on age. 

[rmw10]

Yea but here's the risk vs reward scenario 

 

Peterson, Rice, Lynch are all around that age where RB's start to drop off yet, they still produce (I think Rice would've produced this year given the improvements to the o line). They are going to command money, but teams may be hesitant to give it to them based on age. 

 

Yeah I don't think it'll be any insane amount of money, but they'll get their pay day still.

[Purple_ICE 81]

I mentioned it in the draft section, but I'll mention it here again...

I don't see many FA RBs changing teams. If they do, it won't be for much. I'm basing that on an assumption that very few teams that signed RBs last year are feeling good about their investments. The Giants with Rashad Jennings are probably the only ones that are happy. Ben Tate, MJD, Donald Brown… all wasted money. The draft is the way to go. I think we'll retain Forsett because the demand won't be there, and thus, his price will be very reasonable.

I feel like we got the youth part of things locked up with Bernard Pierce and Lorenzo T. Both have showed bigtime potential as well as some things to improve on. Our best bet and most likely outcome will be to resign Forsett and keep the same rotation as last year going. But if for some reason we couldn't get him Id see us grabbing a Vet FA instead of taking a chance on an unproven rookie when we already have future potential on the back burner.

Personally I feel like there is no need at RB this off season unless Forsett demands too much $. We get him signed and were good to go.

If we don't resign him, we sign a vet and look to thrust Lorenzo or Pierce into the starting lineup with the Vet as insurance and good competition .

[Purple_ICE 81]

Vikings have a decision to make on Peterson. Seahawks have one to make on Lynch. Saints have one on Ingram. There could be a lot of talented backs on the market this year.

Yea Frank Gore is out there too, and he showed to still have a decent amount of burst left in him this year.

[Sizzlebshu]

Yea Frank Gore is out there too, and he showed to still have a decent amount of burst left in him this year.

tbh Gore is one of those guys I think ppl will treat like MJD. 

[Purple_ICE 81]

tbh Gore is one of those guys I think ppl will treat like MJD.

Meh, Gore is definitely in the decline phase of his career but he doesn't have the injury history MJD had. And he also looks 10x better than mojo did a few years ago at least Gore had a solid season with 1,100yds and showed burst in his old age.

Give him a solid scheme with a good o-line and at the very least he could be a good complimentary piece. I still think Gore could go atleast 2 more decent seasons before hitting that wall.

[allblackraven]

Meh, Gore is definitely in the decline phase of his career but he doesn't have the injury history MJD had. And he also looks 10x better than mojo did a few years ago at least Gore had a solid season with 1,100yds and showed burst in his old age.

Give him a solid scheme with a good o-line and at the very least he could be a good complimentary piece. I still think Gore could go atleast 2 more decent seasons before hitting that wall.

 Gore definitely does not look like he's close to be done. In few games this season he was clearly unhappy with the lack of carries.

[Sizzlebshu]

Meh, Gore is definitely in the decline phase of his career but he doesn't have the injury history MJD had. And he also looks 10x better than mojo did a few years ago at least Gore had a solid season with 1,100yds and showed burst in his old age.

Give him a solid scheme with a good o-line and at the very least he could be a good complimentary piece. I still think Gore could go atleast 2 more decent seasons before hitting that wall.

You never want to be the team that pays for a back and then has him when he hits the wall. Gore had one of the best lines you could ask for and that is what has revitalized his career over the last few seasons (not that gore lacked talent). I think he hits the wall unless he goes to an equally talented line. 

[redrum52]

I mentioned it in the draft section, but I'll mention it here again...

I don't see many FA RBs changing teams. If they do, it won't be for much. I'm basing that on an assumption that very few teams that signed RBs last year are feeling good about their investments. The Giants with Rashad Jennings are probably the only ones that are happy. Ben Tate, MJD, Donald Brown… all wasted money. The draft is the way to go. I think we'll retain Forsett because the demand won't be there, and thus, his price will be very reasonable.

A 2 year 7-8 mil, front loaded sounds reasonable, I guess, for Forsett.

Agreen though, the draft is how rb should be approached a with almost every other position, if a trade isn't made.

[Pirate88]

Mid rounds of the draft and practice squads are loaded with good backs. Patsies bring in Jonas Gray off the practice squad and he outperforms Ridley. But overslept and ended in belicheats doghouse. Then there's Seastrunk and talented backs buried in depth charts. Cuz of the spread passing games a good decent back produces close to a great RB. No need to pay an aging back when we can find another Forsett or better at $1mil. I would like another 1000 yard back who is also a receiving threat like Seastrunk. Shane Vereen is a great receiving backback unhappy with not getting carries and wants to prove he is a dual threat feature back. Should be cheap to. He really bailed Brady out last year. There are many RBs out there that just needs opportunity.

[ryananth]

if we don't get Forsett you better not overlook Mark Ingram...another Alabama guy

[rmw10]

A 2 year 7-8 mil, front loaded sounds reasonable, I guess, for Forsett.

Agreen though, the draft is how rb should be approached a with almost every other position, if a trade isn't made.

 

I don't even think it'll cost that much, to be honest.

[Pirate88]

Darryl Smith is getting up there. His play could really fall off any time. Sean Weatherspoon is as talented as any LB in the NFL. His injury history will make him a bargain while he has Navarro Bowman type talent. If he stays injury free he and Mosley would rival Willis and Bowman as the best ilb duo in the NFL. He has a similar skill set to Mosley and Kuechly. Weather spoon can cover in man or zone as well as most safeties, he is explosive against the run and lays jarring hits with great instincts. I really like Darryl Smith but his play could fall off if he loses a step. I garuntee if we don't grab Weatherspoon that Rex will. Like Mosley he is a rare physical fast 3 down LB that should come at a bargain perhaps even on a one year prove it deal. Baltimore ravens are the best team for him to prove himself for a big contract. He would leap at the opportunity to play behind our DLine for a prove it deal.